Elmira College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Elmira, New York with 708 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants, costs an average of $23,178 a year after grants and graduates 48% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Elmira College acceptance rate and admissions
Elmira College admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 568 to 694, math 522 to 691). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Elmira College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Elmira College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Elmira College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $39,760 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,684 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $53,202 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,178 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,178 a year after grants and scholarships, $30,024 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Elmira College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Elmira College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $63,320 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 43% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Elmira College majors and what graduates earn
Elmira College awarded bachelor's degrees in 27 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($89,729).
All 27 majors at Elmira College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 20 | $90,811 | $89,729 | $27,000 |
| Accounting | 0 | n/a | $71,915 | n/a |
| Business administration | 24 | $53,771 | $60,556 | $27,000 |
| Special education | 8 | n/a | $56,168 | n/a |
| Biology | 3 | n/a | $55,132 | n/a |
| Psychology | 20 | $38,404 | $51,101 | $27,000 |
| Human services | 14 | n/a | $49,723 | $27,000 |
| Finance | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education, Other | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Legal studies | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biological and physical sciences | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Speech-language pathology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical lab science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, Other | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Elmira College
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 15 | $51,427 | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 708 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 66% women, 34% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Elmira College?
Elmira College admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Elmira College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $39,760. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,178 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Elmira College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 568 to 694 in reading and writing and 522 to 691 in math, and 26 to 29 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Elmira College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Elmira College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Elmira College?
48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Elmira College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $63,320 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.