CUNY Kingsborough Community College
![CUNY Kingsborough Community College Photo #3 - We offer over 70 programs of study, including degrees in allied health: Biology | Biotechnology | Chemical Dependency Counseling | Community Health | EMS/Paramedic | Exercise Science | Mental Health & Human Services | Nursing (pictured) | Polysomnographic [Sleep] Technology | Physical Education, Recreation & Recreation Therapy | Physical Therapist Assistant | Speech Communication: Speech Pathology | Surgical Technology](http://images2.communitycollegereview.com/photo/90x90c/1000/821/cuny-kingsborough-community-college-bsrwSLl.webp "CUNY Kingsborough Community College Photo #3 - We offer over 70 programs of study, including degrees in allied health: Biology | Biotechnology | Chemical Dependency Counseling | Community Health | EMS/Paramedic | Exercise Science | Mental Health & Human Services | Nursing (pictured) | Polysomnographic [Sleep] Technology | Physical Education, Recreation & Recreation Therapy | Physical Therapist Assistant | Speech Communication: Speech Pathology | Surgical Technology")
- Kingsborough Community College is a comprehensive community college, offering a broad array of educational opportunities in line with its current mission: preparation for transfer to a four-year institution, career development, general education, adult and continuing education, and support services.
School Highlights
CUNY Kingsborough Community College serves 15,443 students (50% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 61%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 15,443 students
- In-state tuition: $5,202
- Out-state tuition: $9,600
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 68%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
CUNY Kingsborough Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,287 teachers has grown by 81% over five years.
CUNY Kingsborough Community College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
1,287 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of CUNY Kingsborough Community College has declined by 19% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 32:1 over five years.
The CUNY Kingsborough Community College diversity score of 0.76 is more than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
15,443 students
1,437 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
7,672 students
858 students
# Part-Time Students
7,771 students
579 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
134 students
366 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
7,672 students
858 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,771 students
679 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
36 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
355 students
% Asian
15%
8%
% Hispanic
21%
24%
% Black
26%
19%
% White
32%
39%
% Two or more races
2%
2%
% Non Resident races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
13.46%
4.29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,200
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,202 is less than the state average of $6,737. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,600 is less than the state average of $10,873. The out-state tuition has grown by 17% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,202
$6,737
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,600
$10,873
Tuition Notes
$320/credit + fees
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,300
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,152
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
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
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Over 80 clubs to choose from
Arts and Music Programs:
Professional cultural programs offered yearround
Recreational Athletic Programs:
and volleyball courts, Fitness center with cardio machines and free weights, indoor basketball, raquetball, swimming
Over 80 clubs to choose from
Arts and Music Programs:
Professional cultural programs offered yearround
Recreational Athletic Programs:
and volleyball courts, Fitness center with cardio machines and free weights, indoor basketball, raquetball, swimming
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Kingsborough Community College is located on a 70-acre campus on the southern tip of Brooklyn, NY, in Manhattan Beach. Founded in 1963, the college serves offers a wide range of credit and non-credit courses in the liberal arts and career education, as well as a number of specialized programs. Kingsborough Community College serves approximately 15,000 students taking credit courses and another 20,000 students taking non-credit and continuing education courses. Students attend Kingsborough Community College to prepare for transfer to four-year colleges or universities or to prepare for jobs or career advancements. Among the more than 1,100 community colleges nationwide, Kingsborough Community College ranks in the top 5% in awarding associate degrees to students who wish to transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Kingsborough also presents many community events each year that attract visitors to the campus, including a free summer music festival and a performing arts festival. Kingsborough is fully accredited and approved by the Commission of Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
- Learn more: http://www.youtube.com/kingsboroughCUNY
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does CUNY Kingsborough Community College cost?
CUNY Kingsborough Community College's tuition is approximately $5,202 for In-State students and $9,600 for Out-State students.
What sports does CUNY Kingsborough Community College offer?
CUNY Kingsborough Community College offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is CUNY Kingsborough Community College's ranking?
CUNY Kingsborough Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Diversity in US community colleges, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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