Is Suffolk County Community College worth it?
Suffolk County Community College is a public, two-year institution in Selden, New York (large suburb). It awarded 2,892 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in general studies, business administration and management and psychology.
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Federal context for Suffolk County Community College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$29,771
Median earnings 4 years after
$50,418
Median earnings 10 years after
$49,907
Average net price
$5,258
Completion rate
29%
Completions (2024)
2,892
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
14,218
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $26,874 | $45,964 | 694 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $31,617 | $52,140 | 142 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $34,816 | $53,729 | 98 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $78,850 | $105,740 | 54 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Associate | $27,170 | $56,569 | 50 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $42,496 | $72,700 | 33 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Associate | $24,907 | $37,147 | 32 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $30,575 | N/A | 18 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | Associate | $23,694 | $34,099 | 18 |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | $52,976 | N/A |
| Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Communication and Media Studies | Associate | N/A | $49,227 | N/A |
| Journalism | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Associate | 950 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Associate | 301 |
| Psychology, General | Associate | 157 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Associate | 153 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 150 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | Associate | 101 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 96 |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping | Associate | 91 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Associate | 52 |
| Information Technology | Associate | 49 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 28% | 8,652 |
| Retail Trade | 18% | 5,722 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 10% | 3,140 |
| Educational Services | 6% | 1,841 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5% | 1,686 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 1,506 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 1,488 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 1,275 |
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Sources: federal figures for Suffolk County Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New York. Counts under 10 are not published.
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