CUNY Hostos Community College
About CUNY Hostos Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hostos Community College teaches in the South Bronx and is named for the Puerto Rican educator Eugenio Maria de Hostos. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution built to teach in Spanish as well as English, and teaching assistance and social health services are among its largest programs.
Founded
1968
Location
Bronx, New York
Students
4,900
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
16.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,254
Out-of-state: $8,134
Avg Net Price
$5,297
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,485
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
Feb 1
Regular
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
16.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
54.2%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.5%
$/Student
$20.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 16.1% 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
$5,254
In-State
$8,134
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
$13,069
After Financial Aid
$5,297
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,541
Receive Grants
63%
Take Loans
6%
Tuition is $5,254/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,297.
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 Hostos Community College fund their education.
While in School
63%
Get Grants
Free money
6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$15,387
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,442
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$89/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,442, 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 Hostos Community College.
Gender
68%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,900
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
54.3%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
37.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 54.3% 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
4,900
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
CUNY Hostos Community College fields 4 varsity teams with 60 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: Basketball
Student Athletes
60
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
32
Men
28
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of CUNY Hostos Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,485
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
237 grads
1yr Earnings
Teaching Assistants/Aides
$24K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
$38K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$28K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$19K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$98K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $34K six years out, growing to $40K 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.