- Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers (SVCMC) is one of the New York metropolitan area's most comprehensive health care systems, serving nearly 600,000 people annually. SVCMC was established in 2000 as a result of the merger of Catholic Medical Centers of Brooklyn and Queens, Saint Vincent Hospital and Medical Center of New York and Sisters of Charity Healthcare on Staten Island. Sponsored by the Roman Catholic Bishop of Brooklyn and the president of the Sisters of Charity of New York, SVCMC serves as the academic medical center of New York Medical College in New York City.
School Highlights
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island serves 656 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Private-state tuition: $21,769
- Acceptance Rate: 73%
- Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 74%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 37% over five years.
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
41 staff
43 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island has declined by 12% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island diversity score of 0.75 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
656 students
953 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
656 students
528 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
156 students
425 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
656 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
656 students
511 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Asian
6%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
24%
23%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
35%
19%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
26%
37%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
7%
Diversity Score
0.75
0.76
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
48%
35%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$76,300
$35,300
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $21,769 is more than the state average of $16,823. The private state tuition has grown by 20% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$21,769
$16,823
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies from program and campus. Speak with an admissions advisor for more details.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
89%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$22,778
$13,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
73%
71%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- SVCMC operates six hospitals, four skilled nursing facilities, a system-wide home care agency and a hospice. Our more than 20 ambulatory care sites provide a broad array of medical, psychiatric and substance abuse services. In 2003, St. Clare's Hospital, now St. Vincent's Midtown Hospital, became affiliated with the healthcare system. Over 2,500 physicians have chosen to affiliate with SVCMC, which offers the full range of medical and surgical care. Clinical trials and research help us provide the latest treatments in all specialties. Our system's mission -- to treat with respect, integrity compassion and excellence -- is combined with an emphasis on technology and quality. Wherever you live or work in the New York metropolitan area, Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers can help you and your family with your health care needs. At St. Vincent's Staten Island, we serve our community with high quality inpatient and outpatient services. Internationally recognized specialists direct our reproductive medicine center, and we operate a high-risk pregnancy center -- designated a Regional Perinatal Center by the New York State Department of Health -- for women requiring special care. In addition, our neonatal intensive care center boasts one of the highest survival rates in the city. St. Vincent's Hospital Staten Island enjoys full accreditation from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island cost?
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island's private state tuition is approximately $21,769.
What is the acceptance rate of St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island?
The acceptance rate of St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island is 73%, which is higher than the state average of 71%.
What is St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island's ranking?
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island located?
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island is located in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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