- The mission of the Cochran School of Nursing is to educate men and women in the art and science of professional nursing. This two-year program is designed to lead to an Associate Degree in Applied Science and to prepare students for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN).
School Highlights
Cochran School of Nursing serves 145 students (18% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 62%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 83%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cochran School of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Cochran School of Nursing
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
23 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Cochran School of Nursing has grown by 66% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has increased from 4:1 over five years.
The Cochran School of Nursing diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
145 students
746 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
26 students
519 students
# Part-Time Students
119 students
514 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
145 students
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
26 students
502 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
119 students
528 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
5%
n/a
% Asian
9%
8%
% Hispanic
37%
23%
% Black
22%
18%
% White
17%
38%
% Hawaiian
1%
2%
% Two or more races
6%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.77
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)
n/a
0.3957%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$83,800
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,848
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$10,002
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
74%
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 Administrators
School Notes
- The Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest nursing school in Westchester County, has a long history of preparing excellent nursing clinicians. The Cochran School of Nursing is a two year (4 semester) program. You can also apply for the Fast-Track program, which takes 13 Months to complete. The students receive an Associates Degree in Applied Science for Registered Nursing. Focusing largely on the nursing process, the faculty facilitates student achievement of the program objectives and assists them to function in the current health care delivery system. Inherent in the teaching methods is the educational processes that enable the graduate to think critically in providing patient/family focused nursing care. There is emphasis on developing individual goals for personal growth, professional involvement, and participation in life long learning. Our students gaim clinical experience at the best hospitals in Westchester county including St. John's Riverside hospital, Andrus Pavilion, St. John's Riverside hospital parkcare pavilion, Westchester Medical Center, St. Vincent's Medical Center, visiting Nurse Association of Hudson valley, Michael Malotz Skilled Nursing pavillion, Community hospital at Dobbs Ferry and Sound Shore Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cochran School of Nursing often compared to?
Cochran School of Nursingis often viewed alongside schools like Montefiore School of Nursing by visitors of our site.
What is Cochran School of Nursing's ranking?
Cochran School of Nursing ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is Cochran School of Nursing located?
Cochran School of Nursing is located in the Northwest Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY.
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