- The College of Westchester is dedicated to providing you with the outstanding, career-focused education you want in order to embrace a rewarding future.
School Highlights
The College of Westchester serves 1,498 students (60% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is same as the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 62%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 1,498 students
- Private-state tuition: $21,015
- Acceptance Rate: 98%
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 92%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The College of Westchester ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 115 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The College of Westchester
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
115 staff
159 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of The College of Westchester has grown by 65% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The The College of Westchester diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,498 students
1,129 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
897 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
601 students
601 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
149 students
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
897 students
519 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
601 students
850 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
8%
% Hispanic
49%
23%
% Black
31%
18%
% White
8%
38%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
6%
5%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
27%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
42%
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,400
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $21,015 is more than the state average of $16,503. The private state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$21,015
$16,503
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$27,401
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,250
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
98%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The College of Westchester (CW) offers degree programs that are conveniently tailored to your academic needs. Programs are offered in the areas of Accounting, Business Management/Marketing, Computer Networking, Digital Media, and Allied Health. The College of Westchester is a career college where the vast majority of your courses are directly related to your major field of study. You can earn a bachelor's degree in as little as 3 years or an associate degree in as little as 19 months. In a short certificate program, you can obtain specialized job skills to jump-start or up-grade your career. These short programs are popular among students who already have some advanced skills or education and those who want to be employable and promotable in the shortest possible time. The College of Westchester is accredited by The Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The college is authorized by the Board of Regents of the State of New York to confer the Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) and Associate in Occupational Studies (A.O.S.) degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The College of Westchester cost?
The College of Westchester's private state tuition is approximately $21,015.
What is the acceptance rate of The College of Westchester?
The acceptance rate of The College of Westchester is 98%, which is higher than the state average of 74%.
What is The College of Westchester's ranking?
The College of Westchester ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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