C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100

Ithaca College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Ithaca, New York 14850
🌐 www.ithaca.edu/
Outcomes
A
82/100
Affordability
F
13/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
A
88/100
Prestige
C
47/100

Quick Stats

4,828
Total Enrollment
74%
Graduation Rate
83%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
70%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Ithaca College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $420,389
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,929/mo — vs ~$1,018/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 13864 (5.2% cap, Willseyville)

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🏆 Where Ithaca College Ranks

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

#10
Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other
of 15 schools
#27
Radio and Television
of 63 schools
#27
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
of 39 schools
#29
Music Teacher Education
of 41 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $50,070 $50,070
Room $9,160
Board $6,870
Total Cost (On-Campus) $68,716 $68,716

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
18%
Receive Pell Grants
67%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

4,828
Total Students
57%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%
Hispanic 10%
Black 5%
Asian 4%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 84%
Hybrid (Some Online) 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Ithaca College?
Ithaca College has an acceptance rate of 70%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Ithaca College?
Tuition at Ithaca College is $50,070 for in-state students and $50,070 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Ithaca College?
The graduation rate at Ithaca College is 74%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Ithaca College a good school?
Ithaca College has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Ithaca College?
Ithaca College has a total enrollment of 4,828 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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