Nassau Community College New York

Public two-year college in suburban Long Island serving nearly 12,000 students with low tuition.

College statistics

Address:
One Education Dr
Garden City, NY
11530
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.ncc.edu/
Setting:
Suburb
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Lower Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Nassau Community College is a public two-year institution in Garden City, New York, offering general education and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Located in suburban Long Island, the college enrolls approximately 11,984 students in liberal arts and sciences programs, serving the region's diverse population of high school graduates and working adults.

In-state tuition is $5,800 annually, with the total cost of attendance at $5,800 for in-state students and $11,600 for out-of-state students. The college's affordability makes it an accessible entry point for students beginning their higher education credentials or completing prerequisite coursework before transferring.

As a community college, Nassau's primary role is to offer an affordable pathway to a degree and facilitate transfer to senior institutions. The college works best for students seeking to reduce the cost of their first two years, explore academic interests before committing to a four-year program, or balance education with work and family responsibilities. For more information, visit www.ncc.edu/.