Hudson Valley Community College New York

Public two-year college in Troy serving 9,443 students with low in-state tuition of $5,056 annually.

College statistics

Address:
80 Vandenburgh Ave
Troy, NY
12180
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.hvcc.edu/
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Hudson Valley Community College is a public two-year institution in Troy, New York, offering transfer pathways and career programs to a broad regional student population. Located in the Capital Region, the college serves students seeking affordable access to higher education before transferring to four-year universities or entering the workforce directly.

Annual in-state tuition is $5,056, with out-of-state tuition at $10,112. The college enrolls 9,443 students and maintains a total cost of attendance that reflects tuition only, making it a low-cost entry point for postsecondary education. Most students pursue degrees in liberal arts and sciences, general studies, and humanities.

The college functions primarily as a transfer pathway to four-year institutions, and many students complete their first two years of study before moving to a bachelor's program elsewhere. Hudson Valley Community College works best for students seeking an affordable start to higher education, those exploring academic options before committing to a university, and working adults balancing education with other responsibilities. For more information, visit www.hvcc.edu/.