CUNY Bronx Community College
About CUNY Bronx Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Bronx Community College teaches on a hilltop campus that was once New York University's, and keeps the Hall of Fame for Great Americans, a national landmark, in the middle of it. Business and criminal justice are among its largest programs.
Founded
1957
Location
Bronx, New York
Students
5,964
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
16.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,206
Out-of-state: $8,086
Avg Net Price
$4,462
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,307
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$65
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
16.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
51%
Transfer Out
11%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
48.2%
$/Student
$22.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 16.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,206
In-State
$8,086
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,677
After Financial Aid
$4,462
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,667
Receive Grants
59.6%
Take Loans
5.1%
Tuition is $5,206/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,462.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at CUNY Bronx Community College fund their education.
While in School
59.6%
Get Grants
Free money
5.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,370
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,384
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$89/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,384, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends CUNY Bronx Community College.
Gender
56.5%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,964
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
31.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 52.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
5,964
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
CUNY Bronx Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 67 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
67
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
75% / 25%
50
Men
17
Women
3
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of CUNY Bronx Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,307
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
396 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$26K
123 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$29K
121 grads
1yr Earnings
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services
$25K
92 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$36K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$83K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $33K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.