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Average
Score: 51/100

Erie Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Buffalo, New York 14203
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 27%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
B+
78/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
45/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

7,618
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
54%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,740
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Erie Community College

49% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,740 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
For parents & investors

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🏆 Where Erie Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology/Technician
of 6 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $10,400 $10,400

Financial Aid

75%
Receive Any Aid
60%
Receive Pell Grants
25%
Take Out Loans
$5,740
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,379
$30,001 - $48,000$5,776
$48,001 - $75,000$8,521
$75,001 - $110,000$11,010
$110,001+$12,039

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 185 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 123 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 82 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 74 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 69 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 64 grads/yr Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology/Technician 58 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 52 grads/yr Information Technology 47 grads/yr Human Services, General 42 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 28 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 27 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 24 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 20 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 19 grads/yr Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist 18 grads/yr Engineering, General 17 grads/yr Computer Science 17 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 16 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Erie Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

7,618
Total Students
52%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)
49%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Hispanic 7%
Black 17%
Asian 6%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 49%
With Family 51%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,740 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Erie Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Erie Community College?
Tuition at Erie Community College is $10,400 for in-state students and $10,400 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,740.
What is the graduation rate at Erie Community College?
The graduation rate at Erie Community College is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Erie Community College a good school?
Erie Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Erie Community College?
Erie Community College has a total enrollment of 7,618 students.
Is there rental demand near Erie Community College?
Yes! Approximately 49% of students at Erie Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,740 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Buffalo area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology