SUNY Broome Community College
About SUNY Broome Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
SUNY Broome teaches in Binghamton, in the Southern Tier of New York, and is one of the few community colleges in the state with dormitories. Close to a third of its students transfer on, and allied health and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Binghamton, New York
Students
3,055
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
23.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,624
Out-of-state: $14,288
Avg Net Price
$8,940
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,710
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
23.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
43.8%
Transfer Out
31%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
47.2%
$/Student
$9.4K
Class Size
Large
The 23.4% 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
$8,624
In-State
$14,288
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,800
Books & Supplies
$1,480
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,640
After Financial Aid
$8,940
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,143
Receive Grants
31.3%
Take Loans
28.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,640/yr, including $15,800 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,940.
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 SUNY Broome Community College fund their education.
While in School
31.3%
Get Grants
Free money
28.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,609
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, 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 SUNY Broome Community College.
Gender
63%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,055
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39.2%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
17.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 39.2% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
3,055
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
SUNY Broome Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 118 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
118
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
73
Men
45
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of SUNY Broome Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,710
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$23K
148 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$25K
87 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
74 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$32K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$60K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
$54K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $40K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.