Erie Community College New York

Public two-year college in Buffalo offering liberal arts and sciences education with tuition under $5,200 for in-state students.

College statistics

Address:
121 Ellicott St
Buffalo, NY
14203
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.ecc.edu/
Setting:
City
Annual In-State Tuition:
$5,200
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$10,400
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$5,200
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$10,400
Total Student Enrollment:
7,618
Endowment (End of Year):
$-137,348,143
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Erie Community College is a public two-year institution located in Buffalo, New York, serving the Western New York region with open-access, affordable higher education. The college enrolls approximately 7,600 students pursuing transfer and career pathways.

Tuition for in-state students is $5,200 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $10,400. The college's low cost of attendance makes it an accessible entry point for students beginning college coursework or completing general education requirements before transferring to four-year institutions.

Erie Community College functions as a bridge to bachelor's degree programs, with most students using their associate degree as a pathway to universities across New York and beyond. The college is well-suited for working adults, students managing limited finances, and those seeking flexible scheduling while maintaining strong community ties. Learn more at www.ecc.edu/.

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