Elmira College
Division III Hockey
City: Elmira, NY
Country: United States
Established:1855
World academic ranking: Ranked #6 among “Best Regional Colleges North” in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report list
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Undergraduate population: 566 full-time undergrads reported Fall 2023 full-time undergraduate enrollment
Est. books, tuition & fees:
Tuition & mandatory fees (2025-26): US $39,760 annual for full-time undergrads
Books, course materials, supplies allowance: US $600 annual estimate
Ice Hockey Program — Men’s & Women’s
Association: Varsity - NCAA Division III
Conference: (starting 2025-2026): United Collegiate Hockey Conference (UCHC)
Teams: Men’s Ice Hockey & Women’s Ice Hockey (Varsity)
Arena: Murray Athletic Center Ice Arena (on campus) — home since 1973 for men’s program.
Head Coach Men’s: Aaron Saul ’98 — Head Men’s Ice Hockey Coach
Closest Major Airports:
Syracuse: 99 miles (160km)
Rochester: 120 miles (200km)
Buffalo: 150 miles (240km)
Academic Overview
Elmira College is distinguished by its long history as a pioneering institution for women’s higher education, being the oldest existing college originally granting degrees equivalent to those given to men. The college is also known for its strong interdisciplinary curriculum, emphasis on experiential learning, and deep community engagement.
The campus holds a special cultural connection to author Mark Twain, who spent over two decades of summers in Elmira; his Mark Twain Study and Exhibit remains a signature landmark on campus.
Academics and Rankings
High Rankings:
Elmira College is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the leading regional colleges in the North, currently ranked:
#6 – Regional Colleges North
#3 – Best Value School
#2 – Top Performer on Social Mobility
Interdisciplinary Education:
Elmira emphasizes a broad-based, interdisciplinary approach that integrates hands-on learning, leadership development, and community involvement, preparing students for both professional and civic success.