Dutchess Community College
About Dutchess Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Dutchess Community College teaches in Poughkeepsie, in the Hudson Valley, and is one of the few community colleges in New York with dormitories. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and business and human services are among its largest programs.
Founded
1957
Location
Poughkeepsie, New York
Students
3,824
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,670
Out-of-state: $10,670
Avg Net Price
$10,065
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,929
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
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
29.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
60.7%
Transfer Out
21%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
44%
$/Student
$8.6K
Class Size
Large
The 29.7% graduation rate is below average, but 60.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,670
In-State
$10,670
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,786
Books & Supplies
$1,450
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,159
After Financial Aid
$10,065
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,141
Receive Grants
22%
Take Loans
13.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $17,159/yr, including $13,786 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $10,065.
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 Dutchess Community College fund their education.
While in School
22%
Get Grants
Free money
13.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,761
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,039
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,039, 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 Dutchess Community College.
Gender
54.1%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,824
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.5%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
14.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 42.5% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,824
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
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
Dutchess Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 86 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
86
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
51
Men
35
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Dutchess Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,929
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$22K
291 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$26K
107 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$25K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$27K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$18K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $34K six years out, growing to $44K 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.