- 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 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 57%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 2,965 students
- Private-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
School Overview
The teacher population of 542 teachers has grown by 295% over five years.
ASA College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, non-profit
Total Faculty
542 staff
158 staff
Student Body
The student population of ASA College has declined by 36% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 8:1 over five years.
The ASA College diversity score of 0.86 is more than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,965 students
1,380 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
2,580 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
385 students
511 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
428 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,580 students
869 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
25 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
385 students
642 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
42 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
550 students
408 students
% Asian
5%
8%
% Hispanic
25%
23%
% Black
27%
17%
% White
5%
43%
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
35%
4%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.86
0.72
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)
8.51%
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 $16,274. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$12,298
$16,274
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
93%
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: 2021 (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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