Interboro Institute (Closed 2007)
- Interboro Institute is committed to providing an entry-level career-based college education for individuals who possess the desire, motivation, and potential to succeed. An Interboro Institute education enhances graduates’ abilities to contribute to the worlds of work, family, and community.
School Highlights
Interboro Institute served 2,827 students
Minority enrollment was 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was less than the state average of 61%.
School Overview
| Interboro Institute | (NY) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Private, non-profit |
| Total Enrollment | 2,827 students | 1,437 students |
| % Unknown races | 100% | 5% |
| Diversity Score | 0.00 | 0.74 |
| Median Debt for Graduates | - | - |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | - | - |
Source: 2006 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Interboro Institute is a two-year degree-granting institution based in New York City with more than 100 years of experience preparing students for great careers in many different fields such as Computer Technology, Security Services and Management, Business Management, Ophthalmic Dispensing and much more. Interboro Institute has significantly changed over its 100 year history. In the past several years and in response to community needs for additional educational opportunities, the college has expanded from its original location in midtown Manhattan to instructional locations in Flushing, Washington Heights, and Yonkers. Students have the opportunity to be involved in professional and social organizations, while completing a degree at Interboro Institute. Activities, guest speakers, and programs are designed to address the concerns and interests of the student population. Interboro students participate in many events highlighted by Orientation, Class Night, and Graduation ceremonies. Guest speakers host workshops, and discussions on student-related issues. The college supports student-initiated clubs, organizations, and social activities in coordination with the Office of Student Activities. Interboro Institute is accredited by the New York Board of Regents and the Commissioner of Education and is authorized to confer Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) and Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) degrees. The Ophthalmic Dispensing Program is accredited by the Commission on Opticianry Accreditation. The Paralegal Studies Program is approved by the American Bar Association.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Interboro Institute is American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service (0.3 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral ServicePrivate not-for-profit460 students | 0.30 Mi619 West 54th Street - 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10019
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New York, NY 10019
(212) 247-3434 0.40519 - Globe Institute of TechnologyPrivate, for profit490 students | 1.00 Mi500 7th Ave
New York, NY 10018
(212) 349-4330 1.00490 - Berkeley College-New YorkPrivate for-profit2,954 students | 1.10 Mi3 East 43 Street
New York, NY 10017
(212) 986-4343 1.102,954 - 955 students | 1.10 Mi50 West 40th Street
New York, NY 10018
(646) 313-8000 1.10955
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