Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC) - Rome

Established in 1946 to help train and educate veterans returning from World War II, Mohawk Valley Community College has evolved to become New York State’s first community college, the largest college between Syracuse and Albany, and the region’s primary provider of college education and non-credit training.

As a diverse institution with a global view, Mohawk Valley Community College provides opportunities for affordable education, with support from Oneida County and the State of New York, and offers career, transfer and transitional education, programs for personal and cultural enrichment, and supports community and economic development. At  MVCC, students will not find find themselves in overwhelming lecture halls that they might find in larger Universities. Instead, students will notice the difference immediately when they attend their classes. There is a 20 to 1 student faculty ratio in classes. Students will have an academic advisor who they can get to know and trust. MVCC's Rome Campus, located at 1101 Floyd Ave., consists of the John D. Plumley Complex in honor of former Oneida County Executive John D. Plumley, a major proponent of MVCC operating a campus in Rome. This building features modern classroom and meeting spaces, including state-of-the-art labs for Surgical Technology and hospitality programs.

Why Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC)

• Affordable education: Mohawk Valley Community College's tuition is among the lowest in New York State, helping students save money whether they plan to transfer to a four-year college or start their careers after graduation.
• Small-class sizes:  Small class sizes allow students to get to know their classmates, professors, and coaches, making them more accessible so that students can get help when they need it.
• Career and transfer guidance: Students can explore career options with specialists who can help guide them with tools to plan their education based on their individual  interests. Agreements with four-year colleges and universities  make transferring easy. Students get real world experience with applied learning opportunities and internships.