Ithaca College

Overview

Ithaca College, established in 1892, is a private institution located in the Finger Lakes region of Central New York, approximately 4 hours northwest of New York City. The college sits on a 670-acre campus that offers a suburban environment and a blend of modern and traditional architecture. Known for its Roy H. Park School of Communications and a robust School of Music, Ithaca provides a well-rounded liberal arts and sciences education with an emphasis on experiential learning. With a moderately selective admissions process, the college attracts a diverse student body seeking a personalized college experience. Ithaca College maintains a residential campus, with a range of housing options including traditional dormitories, suite-style living, and apartment complexes for upperclassmen. While Ithaca is not predominantly recognized for its athletics, it does compete in the NCAA Division III Liberty League across various sports, and its teams are known as the Bombers.

In the most recent statistical year 12,446 prospective students applied, and 9,359 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,311 enrolled in the school.  4,931 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 123 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $48,126 plus fees of $150. Ithaca College is ranked 163 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.