- The mission of ASA Institute is to educate a diverse and qualified student population to become responsible professionals committed to lifelong learning by equipping them with a firm academic foundation and career-specific competencies. ASA offers high-quality degree and certificate programs that respond to the needs of students and employers in a global economy. ASA faculty and staff are dedicated to maintaining professionalism and institutional integrity in a student-centered environment.
School Highlights
ASA College serves 2,965 students (87% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,965 students
- In-state tuition: $12,298
- Out-state tuition: $12,298
- Acceptance Rate: 84%
- Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
ASA College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 542 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
ASA College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
0
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
4
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
542 staff
43 staff
Student Body
The student population of ASA College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 8:1 over five years.
The ASA College diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,965 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
2,580 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
385 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
428 students
411 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,580 students
511 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
37 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
461 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% Asian
5%
8%
% Hispanic
25%
23%
% Black
27%
19%
% White
5%
37%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
35%
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
7%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
28.57%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
8%
39%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,400
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $12,298 is more than the state average of $5,715. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,298 is more than the state average of $10,262. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$12,298
$5,715
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,298
$10,262
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,512
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
84%
75%
SAT Reading
n/a
475
SAT Math
n/a
507
SAT Writing
n/a
487
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
22
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does ASA College cost?
ASA College's tuition is approximately $12,298 for In-State students and $12,298 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of ASA College?
The acceptance rate of ASA College is 84%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
What is ASA College's ranking?
ASA College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown and Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is ASA College located?
ASA College is located in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Downtown Brooklyn.
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