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CUNY LaGuardia Community College

Long Island City, New York · City: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#524
Nationally
#52
In New York
$4,800
In-State Tuition
per year
13,998
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
56/100
Good
#524 nationally
#52 in New York
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth81

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

CUNY LaGuardia Community College is a public two-year community college located in Long Island City, New York. The college enrolls approximately 13,998 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $4,800 per year ($7,680 out-of-state), near the national average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$4,800/yr
In-State Fees$418/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$7,680/yr
Room & Board$1,600/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$6,818/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$9,698/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$4,800↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
13,998
Total Undergrads
51% F / 49% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 10%
Hispanic 44%
Black 16%
Asian 18%
Two or more 2%
International 10%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $1,600/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationLong Island City, New York
SettingCity: Large
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#52
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#524
nationally
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Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.