ASA College
- 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 4,358 students (84% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 61%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 4,358 students
- Private-state tuition: $12,298
- Acceptance Rate: 84%
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 93%
- 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
School Overview
The teacher population of 542 teachers has grown by 337% over five years.
ASA College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
542 staff
158 staff
Student Body
The student population of ASA College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 34:1 over five years.
The ASA College diversity score of 0.75 is more than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,358 students
1,437 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
3,679 students
858 students
# Part-Time Students
679 students
579 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
429 students
366 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,679 students
858 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
679 students
679 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
36 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
650 students
355 students
% Asian
7%
8%
% Hispanic
33%
24%
% Black
29%
19%
% White
7%
39%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
22%
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
Diversity Score
0.75
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
8.51%
1.55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,400
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $12,298 is less than the state average of $16,322. The private state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$12,298
$16,322
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,512
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
84%
75%
SAT Reading
n/a
475
SAT Math
n/a
505
SAT Writing
n/a
485
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
23
ACT Math
n/a
25
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does ASA College cost?
ASA College's private state tuition is approximately $12,298.
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 and Average community college minority breakdown.
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