Financial Aid

Find out how affordable CUNY LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City, NY really is — tuition, net price, and aid details below.

Long Island City, NY

In-State Tuition

$4,800

Out-of-State Tuition

$7,680

Average Net Price

$6,466

Price Difference

-$1,666

Avg. financial aid

Tuition & Fees

In-State Students $4,800

Annual tuition for residents of NY

Out-of-State Students $7,680

Annual tuition for non-residents

Average Net Price $6,466

Average amount students pay after grants and scholarships

Tuition at CUNY LaGuardia Community College runs $4,800 annually — an accessible price point for many students. Financial aid brings the average net price down to $6,466.

Net Price by Family Income

CUNY LaGuardia Community College's net price for the lowest-income families is $4,843. Financial aid packages vary by household income as detailed below.

$0 - $30,000

$4,843

$30,001 - $48,000

$5,663

$48,001 - $75,000

$8,505

$75,001 - $110,000

$9,845

Over $110,000

$11,265

Financial Aid Overview

The vast majority of first-time students at CUNY LaGuardia Community College — 90% — receive some form of grant or scholarship, averaging $6,827 per student.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

1,756 of 1,940 students

91%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

1,755 (90%)

Average Award

$6,827

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

1,414 (73%)

Average Award

$5,064

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

1,040 recipients (54%)

$2,519 avg

Institutional Grants

1,309 recipients (67%)

$1,112 avg

Student Loans

Just 3% of students at CUNY LaGuardia Community College rely on federal student loans, borrowing $5,111 on average. Many students finance their education through grants, scholarships, or out-of-pocket payments.

Total Borrowers

413

3% of students

Average Loan Amount

$5,111

Financial Aid Resources

Net Price Calculator

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Financial Aid Office

Learn about available aid programs and apply

FAFSA Information

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to qualify for grants, loans, and work-study programs.

Apply for FAFSA →

Payment Plans Available

To help manage costs, CUNY LaGuardia Community College may provide installment payment options. Check with the financial aid office about plans like:

  • Monthly payment plans
  • Deferred payment options
  • Employer tuition assistance programs

Need Help?

Contact the financial aid office for personalized assistance with:

  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Grant eligibility
  • Work-study programs
  • Payment plan options

Federal School Codes

OPE ID: 01005100
IPEDS ID: 190628

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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