Ithaca College

Ithaca, NY · Founded 1938

Private residential college offering life-changing academic pathways

Primary audience
College Students
Work area
Higher Education
Topic
Liberal Arts Programs
Contact
La Jerne Terry Cornish
Website Contact

About Organization

Private residential campus where students find life-changing academic pathways, powerful career networks, and lifelong community. Based in Ithaca, NY, the college is situated near 150 majestic waterfalls in the Finger Lakes region, serving 3,730 employees with annual revenue of $369.6 million and offering comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant college town setting.

What They Focus On

Liberal Arts Education

Provides comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs emphasizing critical thinking, experiential learning, and interdisciplinary study preparing students for diverse careers.

Student Experience

Creates vibrant campus community through 200+ organizations, cultural events, athletics, and inclusive environment supporting personal growth and leadership development.

Career Development

Connects students with professional opportunities through internships, alumni networks, career resources, and employer partnerships supporting successful transitions to careers.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2021)

$369.6M

+4.6% vs 2021

Assets (2021)

$874.5M

+4.7% vs 2021

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2021 — — — —
2021 $353,413,943 $313,023,511 $835,496,702 3,730
2020 — — — —
2020 $309,746,342 $312,551,035 $909,282,506 4,290
2019 $365,679,639 $370,493,665 $834,703,732 5,480
2017 $370,878,479 $365,317,228 $829,643,495 5,498

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

Learn more
  • 01

    Academic Excellence

    Delivers rigorous liberal arts and professional programs emphasizing experiential learning and faculty mentorship.

  • 02

    Student Development

    Supports personal growth through 200+ organizations, leadership programs, and campus activities fostering community engagement.

  • 03

    Career Preparation

    Connects students with internships, networking opportunities, and professional resources preparing for successful careers.

  • 04

    Community Integration

    Engages with Ithaca community through service, partnerships, and cultural programs enriching both campus and region.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Ithaca College

Undergraduate Education

Provides liberal arts and professional degree programs emphasizing hands-on learning, research opportunities, and faculty mentorship preparing students for career success.

Graduate Programs

Offers advanced degrees in business, education, health sciences, communications, and music supporting professional development and specialized expertise.

Student Life

Supports 200+ student organizations covering arts, culture, service, athletics, and special interests fostering leadership development and community engagement.

Career Services

Connects students with internships, networking opportunities, and professional development resources leveraging strong alumni networks across industries.

Research Opportunities

Provides undergraduate and graduate research experiences across disciplines with faculty guidance and funding supporting scholarly investigation and innovation.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Ithaca College.

LJ

La Jerne Terry Cornish

President (As Of 08/21)
Full-time
Compensation: $361,470
DL

David L Weil

Associate VP & Cio
Full-time
Compensation: $198,384
OM

Odalys M Diaz Pineiro

Chief Of Staff
Full-time
Compensation: $173,752
NE

Nicole Eversley Bradwell

Exec. Director, Admission
Full-time
Compensation: $117,152
TD

Timothy Downs

CFO & VP Finance & Admin
SM

Shirley M Collado

Advisor (Thru 12/21)/Pres(Thru 8/21)
Full-time
Compensation: $666,470
LP

Linda Petrosino

Dean, Hs&Hp
Full-time
Compensation: $250,799
TR

Timothy R Carey

Associate VP, Facilities(Thru 06/22)
Full-time
Compensation: $247,229
WK

Wendy Kobler

VP Philanthropy & Engagement
Full-time
Compensation: $235,294
LM

Laurie M Koehler

VP Marketing And Enrollment Strategy
Full-time
Compensation: $234,463
HH

Hayley Harris

VP Human Resources
Full-time
Compensation: $229,062
RF

Rosanno Ferro

VP Student Affairs And Campus Life
Full-time
Compensation: $209,584
MS

Melanie Stein

Provost (As Of 08/21)
Full-time
Compensation: $206,878
AB

Alka Bramhandkar

Interim Dean, School Of Business
Full-time
Compensation: $190,908
JA

James A Yaggie

Professor
Full-time
Compensation: $176,508
MC

Matthew C Geiszler

Associate Professor
Full-time
Compensation: $171,977
JL

Jeffrey Lippitt

Associate Professor
Full-time
Compensation: $171,815
KA

Keith A Kaiser

Prof. (As Of 7/21)/Dean (Thru 6/21)
Full-time
Compensation: $161,232
BP

Bonnie Prunty

VP Student Affairs And Campus Life
Full-time
Compensation: $158,036
JI

John I Powers

Interim Dean, Communications
Full-time
Compensation: $149,075
TC

Timothy C Downsas Of 082021

VP, Finance & Administration
Full-time
Compensation: $119,073
DM

Diane M Gayeski

Former Dean, School Of Communication
Full-time
Compensation: $105,822

Milestones

1938

IRS Recognition

1938

Received federal tax-exempt status as educational institution providing higher education in New York.

2017

Operational Scale

2017

Operated with 5,498 employees and $371 million revenue serving comprehensive student population.

2019

Peak Enrollment

2019

Reached maximum operational scale with 5,480 employees and $366 million revenue supporting diverse academic programs.

2024

Current Status

2024

Recognized as top LGBTQ-friendly school and best town to visit with 3,730 employees supporting academic excellence.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AA
A "Gorges" and Global Destination Board Member

Picture yourself pushing academic boundaries and collaborating with new friends near 150 majestic waterfalls in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Ithaca College sits on South Hill overlooking the heart of Ithaca, New York, a thriving city full of art, culture, and festivals.Ithaca was recently named #1 Best Town to Visit in America and is a top ranked college town. In addition to the main campus, IC has satellite programs in Los Angeles and London.

MP
Many Paths Forward Board Member

Our alumni lead, launch, and lift others up—opening doors and creating impact worldwide. They’re Pulitzer Prize winners, Fortune 500 leaders, nonprofit founders, Netflix storytellers, healthcare innovators, and groundbreaking researchers. From day one, students gain momentum  from a global network of creators and change-makers who champion one another.

HL
Heroic Leading, Heroic Learning Board Member

At IC, our faculty and staff are dedicated to student education and growth. As thought leaders moving their fields forward, IC faculty not only mentor students but also continue to learn and develop as professionals who care about using their knowledge and expertise to make a difference in the world. 

Athletics and Bomber Spirit
Athletics and Bomber Spirit Board Member

IC's NCAA Division III athletics program, with 28 competitive sports teams, reflects the intense drive, professionalism, and spirit of contribution and support that is alive throughout the entire IC community. IC pride pulses through student life from locker rooms to coffee shops to everyday conversations, where everyone can be part of the action.

IC Possibility in Every Path
IC Possibility in Every Path Board Member

In a world where tomorrow’s careers haven’t been invented yet, IC prepares you with adaptability, creative confidence, and collaborative skills to thrive anywhere. Our community connects artists, entrepreneurs, scientists, and storytellers—sparking strategic partnerships, pioneering collaborations, and fueling innovation in business and communities worldwide. Here, curiosity leads to creation, and collaboration drives what’s next.

MC
Marie C Blouin Associate Professor & Chair 40.00 hrs/week · $184,576
CL
Casey L Kendall Trustee, Staff 40.00 hrs/week · $141,539
NE
Nancy E Pringle Secretary & Legal Council To Board 40.00 hrs/week · $139,511
BJ
Baruch J Whitehead Trustee, Faculty 40.00 hrs/week · $101,907
KA
Kalena A Yearwood Trustee, Student 1.00 hrs/week · $1,859
CD
Christopher D Palmieri Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DF
David Fleisher II Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DH
David H Lissy Chair 1.00 hrs/week
DJ
David J Bachrach Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DM
David Meberg Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DM
Douglas M Weisman Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
GJ
Gary J Gross Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Jack H Dembow Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JE
James E Taylor Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JW
James W Nolan Jr Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week
JE
Jan E Singer Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JJ
Jeffrey J Selingo Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
KK
Kathleen K Newlands Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
KA
Kimberly A Zeoli Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
KH
Kirk Harbinger Trustee (As Of 10/2021) 1.00 hrs/week
KR
Kristin R Muenzen Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
LB
Luvelle Brown Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
MG
Mary George Opperman Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
MJ
Michael J Conover Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
OM
Orinthia Montague Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
PR
Peter R Taffae Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
RA
Rosanna Aybar Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
TJ
Thaddeus J Fortin Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
TH
Traci Hughes Trustee (As Of 07/2021) 1.00 hrs/week
WJ
William J Nelligan III Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2021)

$4.2M

Highest Paid

$691K

Shirley M Collado

Compensated Officers

15

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Shirley M Collado Advisor (Thru 12/21)/PRES(Thru 8/21) $666,470 $24,344 $690,814 40
La Jerne Terry Cornish President (As Of 08/21) $361,470 $30,315 $391,785 40
Linda Petrosino Dean, Hs&Hp $250,799 $22,590 $273,389 40
Laurie M Koehler VP Marketing And Enrollment Strategy $234,463 $32,391 $266,854 40
David L Weil Associate VP & CIO $198,384 $64,655 $263,039 40
Hayley Harris VP Human Resources $229,062 $26,285 $255,347 40
Timothy R Carey Associate VP, Facilities(Thru 06/22) $247,229 $6,358 $253,587 40
Wendy Kobler Thru 062022 VP Philanthropy & Engagement $235,294 $17,459 $252,753 40
Rosanno Ferro Thru 062022 VP Student Affairs And Campus Life $209,584 $34,140 $243,724 40
Alka Bramhandkar Interim Dean, School Of Business $190,908 $25,003 $215,911 40
James A Yaggie Professor $176,508 $38,542 $215,050 40
Melanie Stein Provost (As Of 08/21) $206,878 $7,220 $214,098 40
John I Powers Interim Dean, Communications $149,075 $60,649 $209,724 40
Marie C Blouin Associate Professor & Chair $184,576 $21,637 $206,213 40
Odalys M Diaz Pineiro Chief Of Staff $173,752 $24,535 $198,287 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$4K Total Given
Democratic $3,825 (90%)
Other/PAC $364 (9%)
Republican $81 (2%)
100 Contributions
$43 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

29 Individual Donors
JG
Jennifer Germann 1 contribution • $1,000 avg
$1,000
SO
Shaianne Osterreich 11 contributions • $86 avg
$950
IK
Ilona K. Nagy 14 contributions • $20 avg
$284
PW
Paula Welling 4 contributions • $67 avg
$267
CM
Christine Mcnamara 18 contributions • $14 avg
$245

Other Individual Contributors $1,524 combined

#6
DM

Deborah Montgomery

Ithaca, NY

$180 Total
8 Contributions
DNC SERVICES CORP / DEMOCRATIC N... MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION
#7
LK

Luke Keller

Etna, NY

$100 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#8
MS

Melanie Stein

Ithaca, NY

$100 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT JOSH RILEY FOR CONGRESS
#9
JA

Judith Andrew

Ithaca, NY

$100 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#10
PW

Phillip Wacker-Hoeflin

Ithaca, NY

$100 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#11
DK

David Kramer

Ithaca, NY

$100 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#12
CS

Cynthia Scheibe

Ithaca, NY

$90 Total
4 Contributions
HARRIS VICTORY HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#13
BG

Belisa Gonzalez

Ithaca, NY

$85 Total
6 Contributions
HARRIS VICTORY
#14
JW

Jennifer Wapinski-Mooradian

Trumansburg, NY

$70 Total
3 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#15
SG

Steven Ginsberg

West Hollywood, CA

$65 Total
4 Contributions
HARRIS VICTORY HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#16
CL

Cynthia L Scheibe

Ithaca, NY

$60 Total
2 Contributions
DSCC
#17
BH

Brad Hougham

Bronx, NY

$60 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#18
MC

Mary Corsaro

Ithaca, NY

$55 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#19
CY

Crystal Young

Groton, NY

$51 Total
1 Contribution
TRUMP NATIONAL COMMITTEE JFC,
#20
TB

Thomas Bohn

Ithaca, NY

$50 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#21
DS

David Salomon

Ithaca, NY

$50 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#22
KW

Kimberly Wilkinson

Ithaca, NY

$50 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS VICTORY
#23
SR

Stephen Rathe

West Orange, NJ

$43 Total
2 Contributions
COLIN ALLRED FOR SENATE
#24
DL

David L. Porter

Ithaca, NY

$30 Total
1 Contribution
REPUBLICAN NATIONAL
#25
MS

Margaret Shackell-Dowell

Ithaca, NY

$25 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#26
ME

Mark Eyerly

West Chester, PA

$25 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#27
PS

Priya Sirohi

Ithaca, NY

$20 Total
2 Contributions
HARRIS VICTORY
#28
AS

Anne Stork

Ithaca, NY

$10 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT
#29
CB

Cynthia B. Stewart

Birmingham, AL

$5 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS VICTORY

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Christine Mcnamara with 18 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Shaianne Osterreich at $86 each
🎯
Top Recipient ACTBLUE — $1,450

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$395K Grants Received
13 Organizations

Top Funders

13 total
TN
The New York Community Trust
$105K
CA
Charities Aid Foundation America
$84K
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$59K
HS
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
$31K
RJ
Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund
$26K
MS
Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc.
$25K
TA
The Ayco Charitable Foundation
$14K
AG
American Gift Fund
$11K
CF
Community Foundation Of Tompkins
$10K
AC
American Chemical Society
$10K
+3 more funders
The New York Community Trust Charities Aid Foundation America Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Hispanic Scholarship Fund Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. The Ayco Charitable Foundation American Gift Fund Community Foundation Of Tompkins American Chemical Society American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Deloitte Foundation New Visions For Public Schools Inc.
The New York Community Trust Charities Aid Foundation America Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Hispanic Scholarship Fund Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. The Ayco Charitable Foundation American Gift Fund Community Foundation Of Tompkins American Chemical Society American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Deloitte Foundation New Visions For Public Schools Inc.

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Federal Funding

Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov

$2.6M Total Obligated
$2.6M Total Amount
3 Awards
2 Agencies

By Agency

Education $2.5M
HHS $24K

Awards

Agency Award ID Type Period Amount
Education P063P251855 DIRECT PAYMENT FOR SPECIFIED USE, AS A SUBSIDY OR OTHER NON-REIMBURSABLE DIRECT FINANCIAL AID (C) 2025-2031 $2,544,501
HHS R13HD103329 PROJECT GRANT (B) 2020-2025 $24,200
Education P268K261855 DIRECT LOAN (E) 2025-2047 $0

Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.

Contact

Get in touch with Ithaca College

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(607) 274-3118 (607) 274-3381

Social

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953 Danby Road Ithaca, NY 14850