- As one college within the City University of New York, BMCC shares CUNY’s mission to preserve academic excellence and extend higher educational opportunity to a diversified urban population. In addition, Borough of Manhattan Community College is dedicated to providing general, liberal arts, career education and continuing education programs, relevant to the needs, interests and aspirations of students of all ages.
School Highlights
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College serves 20,123 students (60% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 20,123 students
- In-state tuition: $4,818
- Out-state tuition: $7,518
- Acceptance Rate: 60%
- Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
- Minority enrollment: 89%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 764 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1964
Campus Size
4 acres
Total Faculty
764 staff
43 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Start Here. Go Anywhere.
Student Body
The student population of CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College diversity score of 0.73 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
20,123 students
953 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
12,023 students
528 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
8,100 students
425 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
20,123 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
12,023 students
511 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,100 students
495 students
% Asian
12%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
42%
23%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
26%
19%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
11%
37%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
6%
3%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.76
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
35%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,200
$35,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $4,818 is less than the state average of $5,849. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,518 is less than the state average of $10,299. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,818
$5,849
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,518
$10,299
Tuition Notes
$265 per credit for NYC residents and $420 for out-of-city residents.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
89%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,119
$13,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
60%
80%
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Borough of Manhattan Community College was founded in 1963 and opened in 1964 as a small, primarily business-oriented community college offering programs aimed at the business community. Originally located in two floors of a commercial building in midtown Manhattan, the college focused on preparing students for business careers and on providing a liberal arts education to students who wished to transfer to four-year colleges. The college also created on-site training and management development courses for mid-level employees. BMCC continuously modified its in-house and on-site programs. BMCC is one of the nation's leading community colleges. Located in the heart of an exciting and vibrant city, BMCC reflects the best of downtown Manhattan: the culture of Tribeca, the vibrancy of Wall Street, and the promise of the Statue of Liberty. BMCC enrolls approximately 18,000 students in degree-programs and 6,000 more in continuing education programs. The campus, situated on 4.28 acres, became occupied in January 1983. In addition to the 71 classrooms, eight seminar rooms, numerous laboratories and three lecture halls, the campus library is equipped with 550 study carrels that permit use of audio/video cassettes. The campus features a 913-seat auditorium, a 262-seat theater and a 99-seat drama workshop. There is an intercollegiate-size swimming pool and gymnasium which can be divided into three regulation basketball courts. BMCC offers courses uptown as well. Uptown courses are held at two locations. You can choose to take classes at either our Harlem or Inwood/ Washington Heights locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College cost?
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College's tuition is approximately $4,818 for In-State students and $7,518 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College?
The acceptance rate of CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is 60%, which is lower than the state average of 80%.
What is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College's ranking?
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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