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Cayuga County Community College
Auburn, New York · Public community college
Address: 197 Franklin Street, Auburn, NY 13021 · Phone: (315) 255-1743 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cayuga County Community College is a public trade and career school in Auburn, New York offering medical assistant, culinary, and CNC machining programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Cayuga County Community College has a 30.1% completion rate, below the state average of 64.0%, with median graduate debt of $12,000 and median earnings of $38,709 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data, but federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and about 16.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $46,260 | $70,670 | $93,240 |
| Machinists | $40,560 | $60,920 | $74,180 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Cayuga County Community College is a public trade and career school in Auburn, New York, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the New York State Board of Regents. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this school. The campus awards programs primarily in three fields: medical assistant programs (3), culinary & pastry schools (3), and CNC & machining programs (1).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 30.1%, which is below the state average of 64.0% for similar institutions. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,709. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 16.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, located in a distant town setting, may suit students seeking short, focused programs in medical assisting, culinary arts, or machining rather than longer degree tracks; program length details beyond program counts are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm schedules directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cayuga County Community College offers medical assistant programs (3), culinary & pastry schools (3), and CNC & machining programs (1).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with additional accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the New York State Board of Regents.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 30.1%, which is below the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,000, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,709.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (315) 255-1743 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-based aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?189839.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with relevant state licensing boards or the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cayuga County Community College at (315) 255-1743 or through its website at https://www.cayuga-cc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare similar institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.