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The EC campus map can help you find your way around campus and find the best parking spot.
Grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, Elmira College provides a collaborative and supportive environment that enables students to become active learners, effective leaders, responsible community members, and globally engaged citizens.
The legacy of academic excellence at Elmira College runs deep with a heritage and culture that have been forward-thinking from day one, as the first college for women with a course study equivalent to men's.
At Elmira, you’ll have opportunities that shape your future, raise your sights and equip you with targeted tools and skills to succeed in the professional world. Join a community that’s close-knit, fun-loving, and just the right amount of quirky.
Elmira College makes a private education more affordable than you realize, with a number of ways to get the financial assistance you may need. Our financial aid office can guide you through options, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs.
Elmira College includes meeting students from around the world, participating in Elmira traditions, completing community service projects, and hopping into a pickup kickball game.
Elmira College provides you with a foundation for future success.
The home of the three-time NCAA National Champion Elmira College Soaring Eagles.
Elmira College alumni stay connected and engaged with the College long after they graduate.
Gifts to Elmira College ensure excellent academic and co-curricular opportunities for generations of EC students.
The EC campus map can help you find your way around campus and find the best parking spot.
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With over 35 majors and minor areas of concentration, Elmira College lays the foundation for a diverse, cross discipline education, encouraging you to both specialize and explore.
Looking for registration deadlines, spring break or when grades are due? Our academic calendar has all of the important events for this academic year.
Looking for a small, close-knit campus filled with incredible, hands-on learning opportunities? Our Admissions Office can help make Elmira College YOUR place.
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The value of an Elmira education stands the test of time. Elmira College offers one of the lowest tuition prices of any four-year private college or university in the region.
Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for you to say, "Yes!" Elmira is dedicated to the national movement to keep higher education affordable, offering a first-class education at a low cost. Whether you are considering Elmira College as an incoming first-year, a transfer, or a graduate student, we will work with you to explore every option and start you on your journey. We know the financial part of choosing a college is a big decision, so you are automatically reviewed for a scholarship or award when accepted at Elmira.
Elmira's tuition is one of the lowest tuition rates compared to others in the region, which means getting a distinctive degree is affordable and valuable. We also offer students a variety of options to reduce costs, including scholarships, grants, and work-study. Nearly 100% of students receive some form of financial aid. In addition, if you pursue a degree, even part-time, you may be eligible for financial aid in the form of loans.
This net price calculator is designed to estimate financial aid based on the 2025-2026 academic year.
Nothing can replace personal interaction with Elmira College regarding available financial assistance. Therefore, we encourage you to contact the Office of Admissions by email at admissions@xlqx.net or by phone at (800) 935-6472 for more individualized and updated information.
Are you looking to receive federal financial assistance from Elmira College? Well, let’s get started. First, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Completing the FAFSA is your ticket to federal student aid. Elmira uses this application to determine your eligibility for school- and state-specific aid. File your FAFSA as soon as possible to access the most amount of aid that can be awarded to you based on your financial need.
Elmira offers a first-class education at a low cost, with scholarships specifically for first-time undergraduates, transfers, and international undergraduate students. Amounts range from $13,000 to $25,000, with five competitive, full-tuition scholarships available. Students accepted for admission are automatically reviewed for a scholarship or award. The highest-value scholarship is awarded if a student qualifies for multiple academic scholarships or awards.
The work-study program gives students valuable work experience while earning a wage to use towards college expenses. Students work in more than 20 different offices on Elmira's campus, such as the library, admissions, and campus life. Work-study jobs are funded by Elmira College and the federal government and are based on financial need. Work aid positions are not based on financial need but and are available to all students.
Elmira College offers federal, state, and institutional grants. Government entities and private organizations are also options. While each has different qualifications, most ask students to provide their financial background and academic information. To start, you must complete the FAFSA. Talk to our Office of Financial Aid for help completing applications.
Elmira offers unique education benefits and resources for veterans, active military members, and dependents. We also provide tuition assistance for active duty and reservists through their military branch and the Department of Defense.
There are so many colleges to choose from, and we know the financial part of the equation is a big one. We will gladly set up time to help you answer questions and to put your mind at ease.
Elmira College is committed to using the Principles & Standards of the College Cost Transparency Initiative in its student financial aid offer.
