C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
58/100 · earnings-weighted

Hudson Valley Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Troy, New York 12180
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 33%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
D
43/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

9,443
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,959
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Hudson Valley Community College ▼

11% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$315,950
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,513
1-Year Change
+8.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Hudson Valley Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$45,460
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$39,595
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,625
Median debt at graduation
35%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
30.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 23% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 68th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Hudson Valley Community College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$58,246$85,166+30%#37 of 560#48$13,209
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$69,638$83,443+3%#339 of 962#659$16,100
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians—$81,276+20%#12 of 59#16—
Engineering—$73,204+0%#33 of 53#31$9,935
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$49,095$69,398-2%#24 of 52#29$11,995
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians$56,997$67,702-8%#29 of 40#31—
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$47,134$64,515+11%#9 of 39#17$12,000
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$52,151$62,598+1%#138 of 237#167$16,250
Information Science/Studies$38,906$61,679+9%#15 of 24#18$9,317
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management—$59,472+9%#42 of 117#52—
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician$44,162$58,190-18%#8 of 9#8—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$43,799$53,029-9%#132 of 176#158$10,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations$38,018$51,266+5%#207 of 547#283$9,500
Criminal Justice and Corrections$30,093$47,627+2%#195 of 426#243$9,609
Health and Medical Administrative Services$36,061$47,573+28%#56 of 286#88—
Accounting and Related Services—$47,322-1%#138 of 225#168$12,219
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions—$46,782+15%#8 of 58#14—
Computer Software and Media Applications$24,099$41,976+1%#16 of 39#22$10,909
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$28,464$41,374-6%#586 of 947#750$8,750
Human Services$32,887$38,446-2%#50 of 65#55$10,946
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$28,815$37,320+9%#30 of 93#49$7,679
Fine and Studio Arts—$25,831-18%#25 of 28#26—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Hudson Valley Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $315,950
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,513/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 12204 (4.9% cap, Menands)

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🏆 Where Hudson Valley Community College Ranks

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

#17
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,056 $10,112

Financial Aid

75%
Receive Any Aid
47%
Receive Pell Grants
25%
Take Out Loans
$6,959
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,200
$30,001 - $48,000$5,463
$48,001 - $75,000$9,312
$75,001 - $110,000$11,350
$110,001+$13,224

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 188 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 133 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 90 grads/yr Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General 79 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 78 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 57 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 56 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 48 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 39 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 34 grads/yr Engineering, General 31 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 31 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 29 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 29 grads/yr Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design 29 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 26 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 26 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr Human Services, General 22 grads/yr Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 19 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Hudson Valley 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

9,443
Total Students
51%
Women
53%
Traditional Age (18-24)
11%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%
Hispanic 8%
Black 13%
Asian 8%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 11%
With Family 89%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,010 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 49%
Hybrid (Some Online) 33%
Fully Online 18%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Hudson Valley 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 Hudson Valley Community College?
Tuition at Hudson Valley Community College is $5,056 for in-state students and $10,112 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,959.
What is the graduation rate at Hudson Valley Community College?
The graduation rate at Hudson Valley Community College is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Hudson Valley Community College a good school?
Hudson Valley Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): 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 Hudson Valley Community College?
Hudson Valley Community College has a total enrollment of 9,443 students.
Is there rental demand near Hudson Valley Community College?
Yes! Approximately 11% of students at Hudson Valley Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,010 students who need rental housing near campus.

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