CUNY LaGuardia Community College Tuition & Completion (2026)
CUNY LaGuardia Community College is a public community college in Long Island City, New York, with about 11,254 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $6,120 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $5,218. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (42.2%) and Asian (16.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $5,218
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,120 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 11,254 61.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 23.89%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 54.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 25.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 39.4%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,057
- Room & Board: $24,731 annual estimate
CUNY LaGuardia Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about CUNY LaGuardia Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is CUNY LaGuardia Community College?
CUNY LaGuardia Community College is located in Long Island City, NY (ZIP 11101).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is CUNY LaGuardia Community College public or private?
CUNY LaGuardia Community College is a Public institution.
How much does CUNY LaGuardia Community College cost?
Published tuition: $5,218 in-state, $8,098 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $6,120.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $5,269 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $5,767 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,282 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $9,478 |
| $110,001+ | $12,745 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $20,872.
How big is CUNY LaGuardia Community College?
Total enrollment: 11,254 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 19,057 students.
About 61% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at CUNY LaGuardia Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 23.89%.
First-year retention: 57.2%.
What do graduates of CUNY LaGuardia Community College earn?
Median earnings: $33,219 six years after entry; $41,653 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $7,407.
37.85% of students receive Pell grants.
What is CUNY LaGuardia Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (278 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (149 completions)
- Psychology, General (131 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (124 completions)
- Computer Science (88 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (86 completions)
- Education, General (82 completions)
- Fine/Studio Arts, General (80 completions)
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping (77 completions)
- Physical Sciences, General (54 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is CUNY LaGuardia Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 23.89%; median earnings $41,653 at 10 years; net price $6,120. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$5,218
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at CUNY LaGuardia Community College was $5,218.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,120
2024 Value
In 2024 CUNY LaGuardia Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,120.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$24,480 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,120 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$20,872 4-Year In-State Tuition
$32,392 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$24,731 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,600 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$31,549 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$126,196 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for CUNY LaGuardia Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
37.85% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
2.47% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at CUNY LaGuardia Community College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for CUNY LaGuardia Community College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,566 | $7,086 | $7,915 |
| 2014 | $4,866 | $7,566 | $8,378 |
| 2015 | $5,218 | $8,098 | $8,209 |
| 2016 | $5,218 | $8,098 | $7,106 |
| 2017 | $5,218 | $8,098 | $6,416 |
| 2018 | $5,218 | $8,098 | $7,877 |
| 2019 | $5,218 | $8,098 | $6,766 |
| 2020 | $5,218 | $8,098 | $7,444 |
| 2021 | $5,218 | $8,098 | $7,304 |
| 2022 | $5,218 | $8,098 | $7,640 |
| 2023 | $5,218 | $8,098 | $5,699 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
CUNY LaGuardia Community College reported total enrollment of about 11,254 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 41% male and 59% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (42.2%), Asian (16.6%), and Black or African American (16.5%). About 37.85% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 54.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
61.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at CUNY LaGuardia Community College in 2024 is 11,254 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 19,057 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
57.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 42.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
11.04% 100% Completion Time
23.89% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 11.04% of students graduating from CUNY LaGuardia Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 40% male / 60% female
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 42% male / 58% female
- Psychology, General: 18% male / 82% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for CUNY LaGuardia Community College.
Return on Investment
$7,407 Median Student Debt
$41,653 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
17.78% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1601.51% Return on Investment
1.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for CUNY LaGuardia Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 43 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 278 completions
2. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 149 completions
3. Psychology, General: 131 completions
4. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 124 completions
5. Computer Science: 88 completions
6. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 86 completions
7. Education, General: 82 completions
8. Fine/Studio Arts, General: 80 completions
9. Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping: 77 completions
Most popular programs at CUNY LaGuardia Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for CUNY LaGuardia Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for CUNY LaGuardia Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 39.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $12,397
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $17,708
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
CUNY LaGuardia Community College is a public institution located in Long Island City, NY, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 11,254 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (42.2%), Asian (16.6%), Black or African American (16.5%). The 150%-time completion rate is 23.89%. Approximately 37.85% of students receive Pell Grants. About 54.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Location
Long Island City, NY 11101
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 23.89% graduation rate at CUNY LaGuardia Community College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is CUNY LaGuardia Community College located?
CUNY LaGuardia Community College is located in Long Island City, NY.
How much does CUNY LaGuardia Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $5,218 and average net price is $6,120 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $24,731 annually.
What is the student body demographics at CUNY LaGuardia Community College?
CUNY LaGuardia Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 19,057 students, Hispanic or Latino (42.2%), Asian (16.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend CUNY LaGuardia Community College?
About 54.0% of students at CUNY LaGuardia Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of CUNY LaGuardia Community College earn?
Median earnings are $33,219 six years after entry and $41,653 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at CUNY LaGuardia Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 23.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do CUNY LaGuardia Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $7,407.
Is CUNY LaGuardia Community College public or private?
CUNY LaGuardia Community College is a public institution located in Long Island City, NY.
Is CUNY LaGuardia Community College an HBCU?
No. CUNY LaGuardia Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is CUNY LaGuardia Community College a tribal college?
No. CUNY LaGuardia Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is CUNY LaGuardia Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—CUNY LaGuardia Community College reports 42.2% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is CUNY LaGuardia Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for CUNY LaGuardia Community College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.