- 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 746 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 57%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Private-state tuition: $21,769
- Acceptance Rate: 73%
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 60%
- 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 Resources
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 40% over five years.
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates 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, non-profit
Total Faculty
66 staff
158 staff

Student Body
The student population of St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island has grown by 40% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
746 students
1,380 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1

# Full-Time Students
746 students
869 students

# Part-Time Students
156 students
511 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
846 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
746 students
869 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
25 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
642 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
42 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
408 students
% Asian
2%
8%

% Hispanic
19%
23%

% Black
17%
17%

% White
40%
43%

% Hawaiian
1%
n/a

% Two or more races
4%
2%

% Non Resident races
n/a
4%

% Unknown races
17%
3%


Diversity Score
0.77
0.72

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
47%
30%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$76,300
$35,200

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $21,769 is more than the state average of $16,274. The private state tuition has grown by 28% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$21,769
$16,274

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
93%

Median Debt for Graduates
$22,778
$13,841

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
73%
59%

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
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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 59%.
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, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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