Overview
Ithaca College was founded in 1892 as a conservatory of music and has since grown into a comprehensive private institution offering programs across communications, business, health sciences, humanities, and the arts. Located in the scenic Finger Lakes region of New York, the college is particularly well known for its Roy H. Park School of Communications, one of the most respected undergraduate communications programs in the country, producing accomplished journalists, broadcasters, filmmakers, and media professionals. The college has built a strong reputation for experiential learning and career preparation across all its disciplines.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Ithaca, New York |
| Founded | 1892 |
| Total students | 5,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 10:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 80% |
| Graduation rate | 75% |
| Average starting salary | $48,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $47,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $47,000 |
| Room & board | $16,000 |
| Average financial aid | $32,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 95% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1120-1300 |
| ACT range | 23-29 |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- Journalism
- Television-Radio
- Cinema and Photography
- Documentary Studies and Production
- Integrated Marketing Communications
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.