Introduction and Overview

Establishment time: Approved by the Board of Trustees of the State University of New York on September 13, 1962, and welcomed the first freshman on September 23, 1963.

School location: Located in the Catskill region of New York State, covering an area of ​​405 acres, less than two hours' drive from New York City and Albany.

School nature: Public community college.

Student size: The total number of full-time and part-time students exceeds 1,400.

History: Approved by the Board of Trustees of the State University of New York in 1962. Initially, it was run in a former high school building in South Fallsburg, and later moved to its current location. After years of development, it has grown from only 9 teachers, 72 students and 3 courses to more than 40 degree and certificate programs today.

School strength

Professional settings: It offers more than 40 degree and certificate programs, covering a wide range of fields, such as business, computer science, health science, humanities and social sciences, art, etc., to meet students' different learning needs and career development directions.

Transfer and employment: We have established transfer agreements with many four-year universities to facilitate students to transfer and continue their studies; we focus on combining vocational education with the needs of the local job market to help students enter the workplace smoothly after graduation.

Educational philosophy: We are committed to providing projects and resources that educate, inspire and empower students and the wider community. Through excellent teaching and learning, we prepare students for a diverse and interconnected world, support positive economic and social changes in Sullivan County and the wider region, and cultivate citizens with social, environmental and economic responsibilities through a culture of excellence.

Key laboratories and disciplines: No information on key laboratories was found. In terms of disciplines, we have certain advantages and characteristics in health science fields such as nursing and business fields. Our curriculum is closely integrated with industry needs, providing students with practical skills and knowledge for employment in related industries.

Department: No clear department setting information was found, but majors can be roughly divided into health sciences, business and technology, humanities and social sciences, etc.

Ranking: Community colleges usually do not participate in the ranking of comprehensive universities, but among community colleges in New York State, they have a certain reputation in terms of education quality and student satisfaction.

Cost: No latest cost information was found, but as a public community college, tuition is lower than that of four-year public and private universities, and the college offers a variety of scholarships, grants and student loans to help students reduce their financial burden.

Campus Environment

Campus Facilities: The campus has 9 interconnected buildings, including the Seelig Theater designed by the architectural firm Edward Durell Stone & Associates, and the Paul Gerry Gymnasium. Near the campus are the Lazarus I. Levine Student Residence and Eco-Green Townhouses, which can accommodate nearly 400 students.

Natural Environment: The campus is located in the scenic area of ​​the Catskill Mountains, with beautiful natural scenery, providing students with a quiet and comfortable learning and living environment.