Monroe University
About Monroe University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Monroe College is a for-profit college in the Bronx, New York, with an additional campus in New Rochelle. It serves primarily first-generation and immigrant students with programs in business, criminal justice, hospitality, and health sciences.
Founded
1933
Location
Bronx, New York
Students
7,637
Institution
For-Profit
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
67.5%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
56.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$18,464
Per year
Avg Net Price
$14,522
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$41,236
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
67.5 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$35
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 67.5% acceptance rate, Monroe University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
56.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
66.5%
4-Year Grad
63%
6-Year Grad
72%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
61.8%
$/Student
$4.4K
Class Size
Medium
63% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$18,464
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,500
Books & Supplies
$200
Total Cost of Attendance
$28,285
After Financial Aid
$14,522
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,058
Receive Grants
55.1%
Take Loans
44.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $28,285/yr, including $11,500 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $14,522.
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 Monroe University fund their education.
While in School
55.1%
Get Grants
Free money
44.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,090
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,818
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$200/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $18,818 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Monroe University.
Gender
67.7%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,701
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,936
Graduates
49.1%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
43.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 49.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 11.2% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
5,701
Students
for-profit
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
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
Monroe University fields 9 varsity teams with 537 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
537
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
76% / 24%
406
Men
131
Women
8
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Monroe Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,236
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Public Health
$43K
164 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$32K
148 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$105K
131 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$33K
119 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$37K
78 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$41K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K 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.