NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE (NCC)
- One Education Dr
- Garden City, NY 11530
- OPEID College Code: 00287300
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- General Phone: (516) 572-7501
- President: Donald A. Astrab
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 22,719
- College Alias: NCC
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Nassau Community College (NCC), located in Garden City, New York, is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. Located on a 225-acre campus in the middle of Long Island, NCC offers day, evening, weekend and continuing education classes in 70 fields of study. NCC is the largest single-campus community college in New York State, and offers associate degrees and professional certificates.
NCC faculty have been widely recognized for their expertise, and many have received the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching. Faculy members include many Fulbright Scholars, researchers, authors and artists, among others. Buildings on campus include a childcare center and a new Life Sciences building.
A majority of NCC students transfer to four-year colleges or universities, where they will arrive as juniors, well-prepared to complete a bachelor's degree.
History
Nassau Community College was created in 1959 as part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. It held its first classes in 1960 within one wing of the old Nassau County Courthouse, with just over 600 enrolled students. The school moved to the former Mitchell Air Force Base in 1962. The school later expanded to its current 225 acres.
Academics
The academic calendar of Nassau Community College follows the semester format, with fall and spring semesters. There is also a shorter "Winterim" session that runs from December to mid-January, and short summer sessions.
Colleges and Schools
Academic units at NCC are organized into departments, programs and learning centers, rather than into colleges and schools. Academic departments at NCC are:
- Accounting and Business
- Africana Studies
- Allied Health Sciences
- Art
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Communications
- Criminal Justice
- Economics Finance
- Engineering, Physics & Technology
- English
- Foreign Languages
- Health, Physical Education & Recreation
- History, Political Science & Geography
- Hospitality Business
- Library
- Legal Studies
- Marketing, Retailing, Fashion Design & Interior Design
- Mathematics, Computer Science & Information Technology
- Mortuary Science
- Music
- Nursing
- Office Technology
- Philosophy
- Physical Sciences
- Psychology
- Reading Basic Education
- Sociology
- Student Personnel Services
- Theatre & Dance
Student Life
Student support centers at Nassau Community College include Student Personnel Services, an Adult Resource Center, Career Development, and Center for Students with Disabilities, Educational Counseling, Job Placement, Psychological Counseling, a Women's Resource Center, and more.
NCC has many special programs to support student needs, including:
- Honors Program
- The Achilles Project
- English as a Second Language
- Distance Education
- Weekend College
- Summer Sessions
- The College Experience
- Learning Communities, N SINCC
- International Study Programs
- Programs for Military Personnel
Students at NCC may enjoy campus dances, performances at the NCC Theatre and Dance Department, or one of the many music concerts held on campus. Multicultural fairs, blood drives, art exhibits, and intramural sports are other activities students can participate in. There are more than 100 student clubs and organizations to choose from, covering academic, religious, political and cultural interests, and more.
Traditions
The school colors are orange and blue. The NCC school mascot is a lion.
Athletics
Athletic teams at Nassau Community College belong to the Region XV Conference of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The NCC Lions compete in many intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Cross County
- Football
- Golf
- Kickline Club
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cheerleader and Dance Squads
- Cross Country
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
NCC is a single-campus community college.
Community Life
Students at NCC can join a Learning Community to increase academic achievement, and make connections between courses. These programs provide opportunities for making new friends and additional interactions with faculty.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- ROTC Army
- Website
- www.ncc.edu
- Mission Statement
- Nassau Community College, a constituent member of the State University of New York system, is a comprehensive, full-opportunity institution of higher education. All who can benefit from its resources have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills and to pursue the goal of lifelong learning. The College is dedicated to high quality, low-cost education and career preparation to meet the needs and interests of the community it serves. It is committed to academic excellence and the dignity and worth of the individual. To this end, Nassau Community College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, And Associates in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificate and continuing education programs. Its curricula span the liberal arts and sciences, as well as pre-professional and professional areas, for the benefit of a diverse population. The College places a high priority on small classes, taught by qualified, experienced faculty, to provide an optimal educational environment.
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Single Campus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Large Two-Year
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.ncc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $40.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: NCC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 46%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 16% | 27% | 31% | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,607 | $3,820 | $1,829 | - |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 7.0% | 6.2% | 6.5% |
| Number in Default | 111 | 89 | 88 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,571 | 1,417 | 1,351 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,927 | $3,857 | $3,658 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,927 | $3,857 | $3,658 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,549 | $7,409 | $7,092 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 | $1,152 | $1,152 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $13,142 | $12,654 | $11,490 |
| Other Expenses | $4,381 | $3,710 | $2,900 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,381 | $3,710 | $3,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $5,327 | $5,009 | $4,810 |
| In-State | $5,327 | $5,009 | $4,810 |
| Out of State | $8,949 | $8,561 | $8,244 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $22,850 | $21,373 | $19,200 |
| In-State | $22,850 | $21,373 | $19,200 |
| Out of State | $26,472 | $24,925 | $22,634 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $9,708 | $8,719 | $7,810 |
| In-State | $9,708 | $8,719 | $7,810 |
| Out of State | $13,330 | $12,271 | $11,244 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 22,719 Undergraduate: 22,719
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 11,041 Female: 11,678
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 11,041 Female: 11,678
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 15,358 Part-Time: 7,361
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 15,358 Part-Time: 7,361
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 692 | 3% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 1,690 | 7% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 92 | 0.4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 8,191 | 36% |
| Ages 20-21 | 5,951 | 26% |
| Ages 22-24 | 3,308 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,070 | 9% |
| Ages 30-34 | 956 | 4% |
| Ages 35-39 | 648 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,034 | 5% |
| Ages 50-65 | 456 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 13 | 0.06% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 2,450 | 1,241 | 1,209 |
| Faculty Status | 1,323 | 618 | 705 |
| Tenured Faculty | 472 | 472 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,323 | 618 | 705 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,323 | 618 | 705 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 53 | 53 | - |
| Other Professionals | 371 | 146 | 225 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 703 | 424 | 279 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 326 | 232 | 94 |
| Skilled Crafts | 56 | 53 | 3 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 110 | 76 | 34 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $81,881 (555) | $87,476 (240) | $77,618 (315) |
| Professor | $107,917 (166) | $110,394 (91) | $104,912 (75) |
| Associate Professor | $84,584 (111) | $86,993 (46) | $82,880 (65) |
| Assistant Professor | $73,362 (146) | $74,038 (65) | $72,819 (81) |
| Instructor | $56,289 (132) | $56,167 (38) | $56,339 (94) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $87,357 (45) | $96,299 (17) | $81,929 (28) |
| Professor | $109,639 (18) | $109,760 (11) | $109,450 (7) |
| Associate Professor | $81,652 (11) | $81,271 (2) | $81,737 (9) |
| Assistant Professor | $70,602 (11) | $70,206 (3) | $70,750 (8) |
| Instructor | $56,556 (5) | $56,558 (1) | $56,556 (4) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $81,101 (600) | $86,902 (257) | $76,754 (343) |
| Professor | $106,135 (184) | $108,173 (102) | $103,601 (82) |
| Associate Professor | $82,981 (122) | $86,139 (48) | $80,934 (74) |
| Assistant Professor | $72,269 (157) | $73,306 (68) | $71,476 (89) |
| Instructor | $55,924 (137) | $55,914 (39) | $55,928 (98) |
- Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 491 | 331 | 160 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 487 | 328 | 159 |
| Baseball | 30 | 30 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Football | 100 | 100 | - |
| Golf | 8 | 8 | - |
| Lacrosse | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Soccer | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Tennis | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Track and Field, Indoor | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Wrestling | 55 | 55 | - |
| Bowling | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Equestrian | 15 | 2 | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $8,312 | $6,861 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $5,576 | $4,578 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Football | 9 | 9 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 8 | - |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Lacrosse | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Soccer | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, Indoor | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Wrestling | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Bowling | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Equestrian | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 71%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 49%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 18% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 14% |
| Female | 22% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 9% |
| American Indian | 23% |
| Black | 8% |
| Asian | 15% |
| Hispanic | 14% |
| White | 23% |
| Unknown | 17% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Robbery | 5 | 3 |
| Burglary | 6 | 9 |
| Vehicle Theft | 6 | 7 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
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