School Highlights
Monroe College serves 8,141 students (60% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is same as the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 8,141 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,328
- Acceptance Rate: 68%
- Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Monroe College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 342 teachers has declined by 50% over five years.
Monroe College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1933
Total Faculty
342 staff
43 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Monroe College has grown by 24% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Monroe College diversity score of 0.72 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,141 students
953 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
4,845 students
528 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Students
3,296 students
425 students
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Enrollment Undergraduate
6,205 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,884 students
511 students
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Full-Time Graduate Students
961 students
37 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,321 students
495 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
975 students
28 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,000 students
382 students
% Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Hispanic
31%
23%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Black
36%
19%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% White
3%
37%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
22%
3%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.76
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
56%
40%
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$48,327
$47,075
Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $14,328 is less than the state average of $16,823. The private state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,328
$16,823
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
89%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,756
$13,500
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,250
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Acceptance Rate
68%
83%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryFootball
RugbySoccer
SoftballTrack and Field
Volleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Monroe College was founded in 1933 with a goal to educate men and women for a successful future in the world. Monroe offers Bachelor's degree programs, with an Associate degree along the way, in the most relevant areas for today's rapidly changing global economy. Monroe offers Associate (A.A.S.), Bachelor's (B.B.A.) and Master's (MBA) degrees leading to employment in today's biggest fields. Degrees include Medical Administration, Medical Assisting and Health Services Administration, Computer Information Systems, Business Technologies, Criminal Justice, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, Business Management, General Business and Accounting. Monroe College also understands the value and importance of technology-today and into the future. Distance Learning courses allow students to take classes via the Internet, while a direct digital connection provides teleconferencing between the Bronx and Westchester campuses. At Monroe, each student takes a Liberal Arts core with their degree of choice to ensure a well rounded, comprehensive education. Courses include, psychology, sociology, anthropology, literature, and history. Monroe College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Monroe College cost?
Monroe College's private state tuition is approximately $14,328.
What is the acceptance rate of Monroe College?
The acceptance rate of Monroe College is 68%, which is lower than the state average of 83%.
What sports does Monroe College offer?
Monroe College offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Monroe College's ranking?
Monroe College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Monroe College located?
Monroe College is located in the Fordham Manor neighborhood of Bronx, NY.
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