Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3) is an esteemed institution located on a sprawling 220-acre rural campus in Dryden, New York. As one of the 30 community colleges within the State University of New York system, TC3 has firmly established itself as an essential part of the Tompkins County and Cortland County communities. At TC3, students can choose from an impressive array of over 40 academic programs.

These programs cover a comprehensive range of fields such as nursing, business administration, criminal justice, chemical dependency counseling, new media, sports management, culinary arts, sustainable farming and food systems, as well as liberal arts programs including education and general studies. TC3 prides itself on redefining the possibilities of a community college. Recent innovations include a restaurant, an organic-practices farm, and a 10-acre solar array powering the campus.

However, what truly sets TC3 apart is its unwavering commitment to academic rigor and providing the necessary community support for student success. With a strong network of alumni throughout the country, TC3 lives up to its motto: Your Community. Your College.

Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, TC3 is dedicated to empowering its students and contributing to their personal and professional growth. Explore TC3 and become part of a vibrant academic experience that prepares you for a promising future