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Erie Community College

Public Buffalo, NY · Urban · Mid-Atlantic · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
28%
Graduation Rate
$41,228
Earnings (10yr)
$7,765
Net Price
6,099
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Overview

With an enrollment of about 6,100 students, Erie Community College is a solid option for those looking to jumpstart their education or career without diving into a four-year commitment right away. The college excels in practical fields like Health Professions, Business & Marketing, and Mechanic & Repair Tech. If you're someone who values hands-on training and a supportive community, this could be a great fit for you.

Life after graduation shows promising outcomes for students. With a median earning of about $41,228 ten years after starting their journey, many graduates find stable careers that offer growth. The affordability of attending Erie Community College is also noteworthy, as the net price after financial aid is around $7,765. This means students can access education without a crippling financial burden, which is crucial for many.

In terms of financial implications, the median debt for graduates stands at $9,250, making it manageable compared to the potential earnings. The Pell Grant rate of 38% indicates that financial aid is available for many students, helping to ease costs. Those who thrive here tend to be driven individuals seeking practical skills and real-world applications, making the most of what the college has to offer.

Rankings

How Erie Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation28%Earnings 10yr$41KNet Price$8KRetention56%Median Debt$9KPell Grant Rate38%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$6K$0-30K$8K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$14K$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%1213.4%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1045.1%MOBILITY126.81%

Cost & Financial Aid

$6,100
In-State Tuition
$11,300
Out-of-State
$7,765
Avg Net Price
$9,250
Median Debt
38%
Pell Grant Rate
23%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,730
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,506
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,571
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,912
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$34,042
6 Years After Entry
$38,405
8 Years
$41,228
10 Years
0.22x
Debt-to-Earnings
52%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,042 6yr $38,405 8yr $41,228 10yr

Social Mobility

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

126.81%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1045.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1213.4%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$72,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.76
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.27
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.97
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.109%
Inventor Rate
12
Total Patents
34
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 56%
Full-Time Faculty 50%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,988
Diversity Index 0.74
First-Gen Students 38%

Top Programs

Humanities 16%
Health Professions 15%
Business & Marketing 11%
Criminal Justice 10%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 8%
Social Sciences 6%
Computer Science & IT 6%
Communications 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Mid-Atlantic
Accreditor Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female
51%
White
45%
Hispanic
8%
Black
21%
Asian
8%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

Opportunity Insights Patent Data

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