School Highlights
Derech Hachaim Seminary serves 330 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Acceptance Rate: 92%
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Derech Hachaim Seminary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Derech Hachaim Seminary
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
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
n/a
158 staff
Student Body
The student population of Derech Hachaim Seminary has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Derech Hachaim Seminary diversity score of 0.00 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
330 students
791 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
10:1
# Full-Time Students
330 students
469 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
322 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
330 students
469 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
333 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
8%
% Asian
n/a
18%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
n/a
23%
% White
n/a
3%
% Hawaiian
100%
40%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.00
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.96%
0.375%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3889%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
64%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
92%
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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Derech Hachaim Seminary?
The acceptance rate of Derech Hachaim Seminary is 92%, which is higher than the state average of 74%.
What is Derech Hachaim Seminary's ranking?
Derech Hachaim Seminary ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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