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Rockland Community College

Suffern, NY·Public·4,180 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 4,180 students.

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4,180
Students
$8,508
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$42,900
Earnings
10 yr
$5,500
Debt

About This School

Rockland Community College is a public institution located in Suffern, New York with approximately 4,180 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $8,508 per year. Typical graduates earn $42,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Rockland Community College (RCC) is a public community college in Rockland County, New York. It is part of the State University of New York. The college, established in 1959, became the 18th community college to join the SUNY system. The college offers 51 programs and offers associate degrees and certificates. The current enrollment is 6,859 students.

Worth considering if you're looking to keep costs low while staying close to home — at just $8,508/year average net price and a median debt of only $5,500 at graduation, this school won't leave you buried in loans. The trade-off is that median earnings sit at $42,900 a decade out, which is modest but reasonable for a two-year starting point, especially if you plan to transfer to a four-year school or enter a local workforce quickly. Think of it as a smart, affordable first step rather than a final destination.

Founded
1959
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions16%
Business & Marketing14%
Computer Science5%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Engineering2%
Social Sciences1%
Communications0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Abel Ferrara

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$6,398
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,920
Avg Net Price
$8,508
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants26%
Median debt at graduation$5,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
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freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$5,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$5,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 7.8x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White27%
Black20%
Hispanic/Latino35%
Asian5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,180 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Rockland Community College

145 College Rd

Suffern, NY 10901-3699

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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