School Highlights
Berkeley College-New York serves 2,782 students (62% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 62%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,782 students
- Private-state tuition: $23,100
- Acceptance Rate: 72%
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Berkeley College-New York ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 266 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Berkeley College-New York
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
266 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Berkeley College-New York has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Berkeley College-New York diversity score of 0.93 is more than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 23% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,782 students
746 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,716 students
519 students
# Part-Time Students
1,066 students
514 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
268 students
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,653 students
502 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
63 students
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,036 students
528 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
30 students
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
215 students
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
2%
8%
% Hispanic
23%
23%
% Black
13%
18%
% White
2%
38%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
18%
3%
% Unknown races
42%
5%
Diversity Score
0.93
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.3518%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3528%
0.3957%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$42,300
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $23,100 is more than the state average of $16,426. The private state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$23,100
$16,426
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$30,581
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
72%
67%
SAT Reading
n/a
475
SAT Math
n/a
505
SAT Writing
n/a
485
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Berkeley's educational traditions date back to 1931 when the school first opened in East Orange, New Jersey as a private institution dedicated to executive secretarial training for women. From an initial class of 50 students, learning in two rented classrooms in a Spanish villa, Berkeley has grown to its current student body of more than 5,000 students -- including more than 400 students in its International Division -- with six locations in New Jersey and New York. Berkeley College is a coeducational college specializing in business. With six locations in New York and New Jersey, USA, and students from 29 states and 88 foreign countries, Berkeley is widely recognized for its academic excellence. The New York City and White Plains campuses are authorized by the New York State Board of Regents to confer the degrees of Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Associate in Science (A.S.), and Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.); and their programs are registered by the New York State Education Department. Established in 1936, the New York City campus of Berkeley College has more than 1,700 day, evening, and weekend students earning degrees and certificates. The facilities feature state-of-the art computer labs and more than 200 classroom computers throughout the buildings, with the most current software programs available today. Students can also access the Internet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Berkeley College-New York cost?
Berkeley College-New York's private state tuition is approximately $23,100.
What is the acceptance rate of Berkeley College-New York?
The acceptance rate of Berkeley College-New York is 72%, which is higher than the state average of 67%.
What is Berkeley College-New York's ranking?
Berkeley College-New York ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Diversity in US community colleges and Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is Berkeley College-New York located?
Berkeley College-New York is located in the Little Caribbean neighborhood of New York, NY.
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