C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
74/100 · earnings-weighted

Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Liverpool, New York 13088
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 82%
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
C+
61/100
Resources
D
41/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

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

342
Total Enrollment
82%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
24.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$16,401
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES ▼

80% 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
$277,433
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,770
1-Year Change
+10.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,658
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,223
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$6,419
Median debt at graduation
73.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
60.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 16% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 68th percentile among similar 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 Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma 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
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$42,145$53,726+12%#65 of 226#89$5,134
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$42,279$52,349-7%#494 of 757#592$9,500
Precision Metal Working$39,730$46,004-6%#229 of 365#286$4,961
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$30,146$44,234+3%#26 of 46#27$6,643
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians—$41,507-20%#264 of 319#288—
Construction Trades$24,129$37,884-9%#5 of 6#5$4,766
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$26,253$36,830+9%#103 of 332#157$5,733
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions$33,804$36,785-5%#66 of 109#76$5,736
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services$31,400$35,841+10%#33 of 104#32$5,032
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$26,459$29,613-14%#567 of 637#611$5,606
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services—$22,431-15%#771 of 1025#869—

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 Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $277,433
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,770/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 13204 (8.1% cap, Syracuse)

Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield, and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.

✓ Sent — check your inbox

Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

🏆 Where Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES Ranks

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

#20
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
61%
Receive Pell Grants
52%
Take Out Loans
$16,401
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$14,907
$30,001 - $48,000$15,685
$48,001 - $75,000$17,027
$75,001 - $110,000$14,810
$110,001+$20,161

Student Demographics

342
Total Students
62%
Women
41%
Traditional Age (18-24)
80%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%
Hispanic 1%
Black 40%
Asian 6%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 80%
With Family 20%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~274 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 41%
25-64 (Adult) 59%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES?
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 Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES?
The graduation rate at Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES is 82%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES a good school?
Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES?
Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES has a total enrollment of 342 students.
Is there rental demand near Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES?
Yes! Approximately 80% of students at Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 274 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Liverpool area.

Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →

🎓 Similar Colleges to Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES

Compare with other Less than 2-Year public institutions of similar size.

C
Erie 1 BOCES
West Seneca, NY · 312 students
C+
Schuyler Steuben Chemung Tioga Allegany BOCES
Elmira, NY · 170 students
C
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Sayville, NY · 275 students
C
Veeb Nassau County School of Practical Nursing
Hicksville, NY · 388 students
C
Albany BOCES-Adult Practical Nursing Program
Albany, NY · 161 students
C
Arrojo Cosmetology School
New York, NY · 107 students

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