Columbia-Greene Community College

What Columbia-Greene Community College does

Columbia-Greene Community College (C-GCC) is a public two-year community college established in 1967 and operating within the State University of New York (SUNY) system. It is headquartered on a 144-acre commuter campus in Hudson, New York, serving the residents of Columbia and Greene Counties. The institution is governed by the SUNY Board of Trustees and supplemented by a nonprofit Foundation entity that supports fundraising and donor relations.

C-GCC delivers associate degrees (A.A., A.S., A.A.S., A.O.S.) and certificate programs across healthcare (Medical Assisting, Practical Nursing, Health Care Facilitator microcredential), technology (Cyber Security/Digital Forensics, Computer Science), trades (Construction Technology, Automotive Technology, Police Basic Training), liberal arts (Psychology, Social Science, History, Environmental Biology), and professional pathways. Stackable microcredentials and transfer articulation agreements with SUNY New Paltz, SUNY Upstate Medical University, SUNY Delhi, University at Albany, Berkshire Community College, Marist, Sage, and Siena form the core of its product surface. The Medical Assisting A.A.S. program holds CAAHEP accreditation, and clinical rotations are delivered through Columbia Memorial Health and Greene County Family Planning.

The business model is primarily tuition- and state-funded, with 78% of students receiving financial aid and SUNY setting tuition rates. Additional revenue streams include corporate training delivered through the Office of Community Engagement and Professional Development (partnering with Workforce NY, Empire State Development, NYS DOL, and the local Workforce Investment Board) and Foundation fundraising. The college recruits through high school partnerships (College in the High School), direct-to-consumer channels (Quick App, virtual info sessions, campus tours), and employer partnerships. Standard higher-education technology infrastructure underpins operations, with Liaison/Othot providing enrollment analytics. No proprietary AI/ML capability is documented.

Name

Columbia-Greene Community College

Legal name

Columbia-Greene Community College

Website

https://columbiagreene.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Columbia-Greene Community College is a public SUNY two-year college in Hudson, NY, offering associate degrees, certificates, microcredentials, and transfer pathways to Columbia and Greene County residents, with workforce training for local employers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community College Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (6112), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Community Colleges (EDAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG), Junior Colleges (Associate-Degree Granting) (EDAHADAC)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Associate degree programs
• Workforce development training
• Healthcare career certificates
• Transfer pathway programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Hudson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: As a SUNY community college, Columbia-Greene charges tuition and fees to students. In-state tuition rates apply for New York residents. The college serves both credit (degree-seeking) and non-credit (continuing education/workforce development) students.
2. State Funding (SUNY System): Public funding through the State University of New York system, which provides operational support for the community college.
3. Financial Aid Administration: Facilitates federal and state financial aid (FAFSA, TAP) distribution to eligible students. 78% of students receive financial aid.
4. Corporate Training and Workforce Development: Customized training programs for businesses and industry, funded through Workforce New York Training Grants Program and other workforce initiatives. Revenue generated through program fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Columbia-Greene Community College is a public SUNY community college delivering associate degrees (A.A., A.S., A.A.S., A.O.S.), credit-bearing certificates, non-credit microcredentials, and customized workforce training to residents of Columbia and Greene Counties in New York. Offerings span healthcare (Medical Assisting, Practical Nursing, Medical Imaging transfer tracks), liberal arts, technology, criminal justice, construction trades, and teacher preparation, with articulation agreements enabling transfer to four-year partner institutions.

Product overview

Columbia-Greene Community College offers a comprehensive portfolio of educational programs through the SUNY system, including associate degrees (A.A., A.S., A.A.S., A.O.S.) and certificate programs across healthcare (Medical Assisting, Nursing, Health Sciences), technology (Cyber Security, Computer Science), trades (Construction Technology, Automotive Technology), liberal arts (Psychology, Social Science, Humanities, History), and professional programs (Criminal Justice, Police Basic Training, Education). The institution provides specialized transfer tracks for health profession pathways (Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Pharmacy, Occupational Therapy, Medical Imaging) through articulation agreements with partner institutions. Short-term credential options include microcredentials in healthcare, cannabis, small business, and workplace skills. The college operates support programs including SUNY Reconnect (free tuition for adult learners) and ASAP (financial support with monthly stipends). Partnerships with Liaison provide enrollment management technology, while clinical affiliations with Columbia Memorial Health and Greene County Family Planning support health program externships.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Academic Programs (Associate Degrees and Certificates) Associate degrees (A.A., A.S., A.A.S., A.O.S.) and certificate programs across healthcare, business, technology, liberal arts, and trades, designed for transfer to four-year institutions or immediate career entry.
• Psychology Program Liberal Arts and Science–Social Science (A.A.) with Psychology Concentration providing foundation for transfer to bachelor's programs in psychology, counseling, social work, or related fields.
• Medical Office Assistant Certificate 24-credit certificate preparing students for medical office careers with skills in transcription, medical records, insurance forms, billing, and bookkeeping, including AMCA certification exam preparation.
• Health Care Facilitator Microcredential 9-semester-hour microcredential providing skills for telemedicine support, connecting patients with healthcare providers, with preparation for the AMCA Medical Assistant Certification exam.
• Teaching Assistant Certificate Certificate program providing the academic coursework required for the Teacher Assistant license in New York, meeting state certification requirements.
• Social Science Program Liberal Arts and Science–Social Science (A.A.) degree preparing students for transfer with concentrations in psychology, history, or sociology.
• Police Basic Training Certificate 30-credit certificate program meeting Phase I Pre-employment Police Training requirements established by the NY State Division of Criminal Justice Services. Priced at approximately $6,000 for both semesters plus $800–$900 for equipment.
• Physician Assistant Transfer Track Math/Science concentration (63 credits) designed as academic starting point for physician assistant careers, with transfer pathway to bachelor's degree programs via articulation with SUNY Upstate Medical University.
• Physical Therapy Transfer Track Math/Science concentration designed for transfer to SUNY Upstate Medical University or Sage graduate school for Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
• Pharmacy Transfer Track Math/Science concentration providing foundation for pharmacy careers, with transfer pathway to University at Buffalo, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, or other accredited schools.
• Occupational Therapy Transfer Track Math/Science concentration (60 credits) preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions prior to graduate studies in occupational therapy.
• Medical Imaging Transfer Track Medical Imaging/Radiography X-ray or Ultrasound concentration (60 credits) under articulation agreement with SUNY Upstate Medical College for transfer.
• Medical Assisting (A.A.S.) 64-credit CAAHEP-accredited program preparing students for entry-level medical assisting roles, including 160-hour clinical rotation at Columbia Memorial Health and Greene County Family Planning, and AMCA certification exam preparation.
• Math and Science Program Mathematics/Science (A.S.) degree with concentrations in health sciences, medical imaging, physician assistant, pharmacy, chiropractic medicine, physical therapy, and occupational therapy.
• Microcredentials Short, focused credentials providing in-demand skills with stackable pathway options to certificates or degrees, including Fast-Finish Microcredentials in cannabis, healthcare, small business, civic engagement, DEI, and workplace professionalism.
• Practical Nursing (LPN) Certificate 54-credit certificate program (15 months) preparing students for the NCLEX-PN licensure examination with a weekend-based schedule for working students.
• Environmental Biology (A.S.) 62-credit program preparing students for transfer to Environmental Biology or related fields, with hands-on field-based instruction and access to the Hudson River Environmental Field Station.
• Education Programs Jointly registered teacher education programs with SUNY New Paltz for Adolescence (English, Social Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Math) and Childhood education tracks with guaranteed entry for qualifying students.
• Cyber Security/Digital Forensics (A.S.) Curriculum aligned with industry-recognized certifications in networking infrastructure and security, preparing students for transfer to cyber security or digital forensics bachelor's programs.
• Customer Skills for Professions Microcredential 16-hour non-credit course focusing on customer service skills for professionals, with a capstone experience and pathway to additional credentials.
• Construction Technology Certificate 30-credit certificate with hands-on training in carpentry, framing, roofing, plumbing, electrical, and historic preservation, including internship and pathway to SUNY Delhi.
• Computer Science (A.S.) Degree program preparing students for transfer to computer science, computer information systems, or related bachelor's programs, with focus on cybersecurity and cloud computing.
• Business and Industry Training Customized training programs for organizations delivered through the Office of Community Engagement and Professional Development, accessing Workforce NY Training Grants and other workforce development resources.
• SUNY Reconnect Free community college program for adult learners providing full funding for job-ready certificate and degree programs.
• ASAP Program Accelerated Study in Associate Programs providing monthly stipend, textbook assistance, and dedicated advising for eligible full-time students to graduate faster.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average class size of 15 students
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

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Integration8 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Berkshire Community College (BCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCGCC has an agreement with Berkshire Community College for cooperation in BCC's Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. CGCC students accepted by BCC are guaranteed transfer of up to 33 credits with grade C or better.
• SUNY Upstate Medical UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArticulation agreement for Math/Science degree program with concentrations in Medical Imaging/Radiography X-ray or Ultrasound and Physician Assistant, preparing students for transfer.
• Columbia Memorial HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical Assisting program is affiliated with Columbia Memorial Health. Students complete 160-hour clinical rotation through Emergency Department, Laboratory, and Family Care Center.
• Greene County Family PlanningminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical Assisting program affiliated with Greene County Family Planning for clinical rotation experiences.
• New York State Division of Criminal Justice ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPolice Basic Training meets and exceeds requirements for Phase I Pre-employment Police Training established by NYS DCJS. Graduates have advantage in law enforcement employment.
• Workforce New York Training Grants ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOffice of Community Engagement and Professional Development collaborates with Workforce New York to access training grants for business and industry programs.
• Empire State DevelopmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState economic development agency collaborating on workforce development initiatives.
• New York State Department of LaborcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState labor department partnership for workforce development and employment training programs.
• Workforce Investment Board of Columbia and Greene CountiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal workforce investment board collaboration for regional workforce development and employment services.
• SUNY New PaltzcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJointly Registered Teacher Education Programs. Students with 2.75 GPA and above earn guaranteed entry to SUNY New Paltz's NCATE-accredited program.
• University at AlbanyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTransfer pathway partner for multiple programs including Psychology, History, Social Science, Math and Science, and Fine Arts.
• SUNY DelhiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConstruction Technology students can seamlessly transfer to SUNY Delhi for Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Design and Building.
• Olana (State Historic Site)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistory program includes visits and study at Olana, home of artist Frederic Edwin Church. Students also learn site management skills through partnership.
• Columbia County Historical SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistory concentration internship partner providing career pathway opportunities in archives and records preservation.
• Hudson River Maritime MuseumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistory program internship partner for hands-on research and museum career preparation.
• Smithsonian InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistory students can assist with digital content projects and develop digital content for Smithsonian websites.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SUNY Adirondack: SUNY community college in Queensbury, NY serving a similarly rural upstate region. Closely comparable scale, commuter model, and program mix for transfer and workforce education.
• SUNY Delhi: SUNY institution with articulation agreement enabling CGCC Construction Technology students to transfer seamlessly for a Bachelor's in Construction Management. Comparable applied/career-focused SUNY portfolio including trades and technology.
• Berkshire Community College: Adjacent Massachusetts community college with an active articulation agreement with CGCC for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. Operates as a similarly sized rural public community college with comparable transfer and workforce development offerings.
• Hudson Valley Community College: SUNY community college serving the Capital Region of New York. Comparable institutional scale, SUNY membership, and credit/non-credit program mix including workforce development and transfer pathways.
• Rockland Community College: SUNY community college in Suffern, NY serving the lower Hudson Valley. Comparable SUNY-funded public community college with associate degree, transfer, and workforce offerings.
• Ulster County Community College: SUNY community college in Stone Ridge, NY. Directly comparable size, geography (adjacent Hudson Valley region), SUNY funding structure, and credit/non-credit program mix.
• Schenectady County Community College: SUNY community college in Schenectady, NY. Comparable institutional structure, SUNY system membership, and student demographic profile for transfer and workforce programs.
• Orange County Community College: SUNY community college serving Orange County, NY. Comparable rural-to-suburban public community college structure with SUNY funding, transfer pathways, and workforce development programming.
• North Country Community College: SUNY community college serving the rural Adirondack North Country region. Highly comparable small-scale, rural, SUNY-funded community college model serving a limited geographic catchment.
• Dutchess Community College: SUNY community college in Poughkeepsie, NY serving the mid-Hudson Valley. Overlapping geography, comparable SUNY funding model, and similar portfolio of associate degrees and certificate programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/mycommunitycollege
• Facebookfacebook.com/ColumbiaGreeneCC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/columbia-greene-community-college
• Instagraminstagram.com/suny_cgcc/?hl=en

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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