Study at Corning Community CollegeCorning Community College is a comprehensive community college located in Corning, New York. It was established in 1956 by the Corning-Painted Post School District. The college is a member of the State University of New York system. The main campus is spread across an area of 550 acres. It is also home to an observatory and a planetarium.CCC is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association. Its sports teams are known as the Red Barons. They compete in the Mid-State Athletic Conference in Region III of the NJCAA. Profile of Corning Community College The main campus of Corning Community College is in Corning, NY (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public school. Corning Community College offers degrees up to the Associate s degree. Course Topics The school students most commonly major in a field related to family and social work, security and law enforcement, and liberal arts. Corning Community College Selectivity Corning Community College admits all qualified candidates under its open-admission policy. Faculty The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Student enrolment In 2007, Corning Community College had 5,072 enrolled students. The school reports its educational mission is: "Corning Community College offers an extensive yet affordable range of educational, cultural, and social opportunities to a diverse population of full-time and part-time learners. We focus on student achievement by stressing quality teaching and personal attention. Our emphasis on high standards and technological advancement provides a flexible learning environment in which students are prepared for a life of service to their professions and their communities in a globally interdependent society. We promote intellectual and personal growth, meet the educational needs of the community through transfer, career, certificate, and training programs, and enhance economic development." Corning Community College Programs and Degrees
Contact: Corning Community College Corning Community College 1 Academic Dr Corning, NY 14830 General Phone: (607) 962-9011 http: //www.corning-cc.edu/ |