After one or two years at HVCC, students either transfer to four-year schools like UAlbany, RPI, Siena, and UMass Boston—or they start their careers. Who hires HVCC grads? Employers like Albany Medical Center, Bank of America, GE, and Walt Disney World, to name a few.
DO WHAT YOU LOVE (ON A CAMPUS YOU'LL LOVE)
HVCC’s beautiful 130+ acre campus in Troy is home to 50+ student clubs, 20 athletic teams, and incredible facilities. For instance, there’s the $45 million Science Center, outdoor athletic complex, an art gallery, cafés, and so much more.
GET ALL THE SUPPORT YOU WANT OR NEED
Your success matters to our faculty and staff. We back that up by providing outstanding student services, such as free tutoring, writing and research support, a science study center, and support for students with disabilities.
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE — AND BREATHE EASY
By choosing HVCC, you’ll save roughly $18,000 a year compared to four-year colleges in the Capital Region. Many students are eligible for the Excelsior Scholarship (tuition-free study!). And, a third of our graduates leave with no college debt. Now that's a powerful benefit.
DID YOU KNOW?
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Degree and certificate programs in everything from psychology to electrical construction and maintenance, biotechnology, digital media, and beyond.
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Two-year cost savings compared to private college study.
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Online programs as well as our full-time, part-time, evening, and on-campus options.
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Transfer agreements with schools like RIT, Clarkson, Champlain College, and more.
"Coming to Hudson Valley gave me that extra time to fully figure out what I wanted to do."
Mariam A. '22, Engineering Science
"In my opinion, we’ve got the best teachers here at Hudson Valley."
Seth D. ’08, Automotive Technical Services
"The campus is accessible, and the teachers really want to make sure the students succeed."
McKayla D. ’19, Health Information Management and Technology
JUST A FEW MORE REASONS HVCC STUDENTS LOVE IT HERE
✨ WELLNESS RESOURCES
Students have access to licensed mental health counselors, healthcare advocates, wellness fairs, massage chairs, free yoga, a Relaxation Room, and a host of other resources.
🏳️🌈 STUDENT CLUBS
There's a huge range of student clubs (nearly 50!), like Theater Club, Entrepreneurs Club, Table Tennis, Student Government, Pride Alliance, and more.
🚍 FREE CDTA RIDERSHIP
Free unlimited ridership is available on CDTA buses for all registered and paid students taking college credit courses for the fall and spring semesters, as well as winter and summer terms.
🌮 VARIETY OF DINING OPTIONS
Between the three on-campus dining spots, there's something for every craving, plus, a variety of vegetarian and gluten-free options throughout our menus.
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