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CUNY LaGuardia Community College

Public Long Island City, NY · Urban · Mid-Atlantic · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
25%
Graduation Rate
$41,653
Earnings (10yr)
$6,120
Net Price
11,254
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Overview

With over 11,000 students, CUNY LaGuardia Community College is a vibrant hub for those looking to jumpstart their careers or explore new fields. This school is particularly well-suited for individuals interested in practical programs like Business & Marketing, Health Professions, and Computer Science. The diversity of its curriculum reflects the needs of a rapidly changing job market, making it a great choice for students who want hands-on training in their respective fields.

Graduates from LaGuardia can expect to earn an average of $41,653 within ten years of completing their studies. While the graduation rate sits at 25%, many students find value in the skills they gain, which can lead to upward mobility in their careers. The affordability of attending LaGuardia is also a plus, especially since many students receive Pell Grants, helping to ease the financial burden of education.

In terms of cost, the net price after aid is approximately $6,120, and the median debt for graduates is around $7,407. This manageable debt load makes LaGuardia an attractive option for those who want to pursue higher education without overwhelming financial pressure. Students who thrive here tend to be motivated and resourceful, ready to take advantage of the college's wide-ranging support services and community resources.

Rankings

How CUNY Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation25%Earnings 10yr$42KNet Price$6KRetention57%Median Debt$7KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$5K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$8K$48-75K$13K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%3678.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1646.4%MOBILITY605.53%

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,218
In-State Tuition
$8,098
Out-of-State
$6,120
Avg Net Price
$7,407
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
2%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,269
Family Income $0–$30K
$5,767
Family Income $30K–$48K
$8,282
Family Income $48K–$75K
$12,745
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,219
6 Years After Entry
$38,067
8 Years
$41,653
10 Years
0.18x
Debt-to-Earnings
50%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,219 6yr $38,067 8yr $41,653 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

605.53%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1646.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
3678.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$33,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.25
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
2.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.74
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 57%
Full-Time Faculty 39%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,397
Diversity Index 0.74
First-Gen Students 54%

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