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Diversity

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Quick Stats

African American 3%
Asian American 4%
Hispanic 4%
International 2%
Native American 0%
White 74%
Unknown 13%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 59%
Common States of Residence
  • Connecticut
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • New Jersey
  • Pennsylvania
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 3%
18-19: 47%
20-21: 39%
22-24: 9%
25+: 2%
Female Faculty 46%
Male Faculty 54%
Faculty Diversity African American: 2%
Asian American: 2%
Hispanic: 3%
International: 3%
Native American: 1%
White: 89%
Unknown: 0%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

With three-fourths of IC students classifying themselves as white, the College is not very racially diverse. Some students complain about a lack of diversity, and others think the College needs to attract more international students. Within the United States, students come from all over the country to attend IC, leading to a good mix of views and opinions from within the states. With that being said, the majority of people is usually from around New York state and the Northeast region. Also, most students come from middle-class households, but there are definitely students with various different socioeconomic statuses throughout the College. 

The school offers various scholarships and programs devoted to minority students, through efforts like the Martin Luther King Jr. Scholar Program. The Office of Student Engagement and Multicultural Affairs strives to showcase diversity on campus and gives students the opportunity to become more knowledgeable about different cultures. In addition, IC makes up for the lack of diversity by offering many different academic courses focusing on culture. With all of the work IC puts toward creating a more diverse campus, it should pay off sometime in the near future.

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Diversity at Ithaca College

r2snyder

'15

Chemistry

2.3
C

WHITE WHITE WHITE

For the most part, Ithaca College is not very diverse. Lots of Jews, rich folk, and very few minorities who you often find clinging together in groups. Everyone is accepting of other races, and certainly not discriminatory in any way, this is just how the population of the school is.

Jan 20, 2012

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Diversity at Ithaca College

newyorker01

'14

Business

3.5
B

Diverse but Not Diverse Enough

Although IC is predominately white, minorities are highly represented. There are clubs that represent different races, ethnicities, religions, and sexual preferences to raise awareness of our community.

Jan 18, 2012

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Diversity at Ithaca College

gficarr1

'13

Communications

3.8
B+

Diveristy

there is little diversity, and people tend to isolate themselves due to the cold winter months

Dec 13, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

How diverse is the student body in the following areas?

How diverse is your personal circle of friends in the following areas?

How accepting is the campus community as a whole toward someone who falls into the minority (ethnic, sexual, or religious)?

How would you best describe your personal political beliefs?

How would you best describe the political beliefs of campus as a whole?

Facts

Gay Pride

Every April, the College celebrates "Gaypril," a month-long event that strives to make the public more accepting and increase awareness of homosexual students. During this month, the "Rainbow Pride" flag flies on a flagpole in the center of campus. The College has a Center for LGBT Education, Outreach, & Services, which strives to make the campus a better environment for LGBT people. Many professors have "Safe Place" signs on their doors. The purpose of these signs is to make LGBT students feel more comfortable discussing issues concerning their sexuality. Groups such as BiGayLA and Created Equal have a presence on campus; many speakers and movies are sponsored by these groups, too.

Political Activity

The city of Ithaca is known as one of the most liberal cities in the country, but all aspects of the political spectrum are visible in student organizations. Although easily more than 80 percent of students are liberal, there are clubs on campus for all political affiliations, including IC Republicans. Other clubs include IC Democrats, Students for a Just Peace, and Amnesty International. However, during political events, liberal partiality is evident.

Economic Status

Most students on campus can be classified as middle- to upper-middle class. But like any place, you find a wide variety of backgrounds.

Most Common Religions

Muller Chapel holds services for Catholic, Jewish, and Protestant faiths. There are a multitude of churches off campus, as well, where students may attend masses. Students for Christ and Chi Alpha also have visible roles on campus.

Minority Clubs on Campus

Groups such as the African-Latino Society and Asian Culture Club sponsor events and bring speakers to campus to try to increase awareness about other races and cultures.

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