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CUNY Bronx Community College
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Information Summary
Ranks 1678th overall and 143rd in New York
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
58.7 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$4,042 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
19 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
63% / 52% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
8,717 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Bronx, NY 10453
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 76,775 (76,775 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 24,046 (3.14 people per house) |
| Families | 17,842 (3.59 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 34,528 |
| Pop. — Asian | 1,142 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 252 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1,426 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 14,632 |
| Pop. — Other | 30,053 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Urban-serving Multicampus
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Mixed part/full-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Large two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Associate's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning |  |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending CUNY Bronx Community College?
Ranks 3789th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $2,800 | $2,800 | $4,560 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $304 | $304 | $304 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $120 | $120 | $190 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $4,042 | $4,042 | $5,802 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $16,432 | $16,432 | $18,192 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $7,575 | $7,575 | $9,335 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $3,104  $3,104 |
$3,104  $3,104 |
$4,864  $4,864 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $832  $938 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $7,310  $7,958 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $4,297  $4,432 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $3,495  $3,533 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does CUNY Bronx Community College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does CUNY Bronx Community College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NJCAA |
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Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
CUNY Bronx Community College Ranks 3392nd for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $3,221 | 949 |  76% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,982 | 839 |  67% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | N/A | N/A |  0% |
| Student Loan Aid | $3,415 | 44 |  4% |
| Any financial aid type | 1,042 |  84% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at CUNY Bronx Community College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 441 | 623 | 1,064 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 1,037 | 1,946 | 2,983 |
Hispanic | 1,477 | 2,742 | 4,219 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 125 | 103 | 228 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 11 | 12 |
White Non-Hispanic | 102 | 109 | 211 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 3,183 | 5,534 | 8,717 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at CUNY Bronx Community College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 170 | 239 | |
| 26 | 86 | 112 | |
| 45 | 59 | 104 | |
| 15 | 52 | 67 | |
| 5 | 40 | 45 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
CUNY Bronx Community College Ranks 692nd for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $66,088 ($68,032 male / $63,839 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 261 (140 male / 121 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 292 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.9 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $5,712,801 |
CUNY Bronx Community College Academics
CUNY Bronx Community College is community college and part of the City University of New York. Founded in 1957 in the University Heights section of the Bronx in New York, the college was the realization of the dream of many educators and civic leaders who felt more institutions of higher learning were needed in the Bronx.
CUNY Bronx offers degrees in Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Applied Science degrees in programs such as Liberal Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Mathematics, Automotive Technology, Digital Arts, Electronic Engineering Technology, Environmental Technology, Marketing Management, Media Technology, Medical Office Assistant, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Nursing, Ornamental Horticulture, Paralegal Studies, Radiologic Technology, and Telecommunications Technology.
Some of the newer programs at CUNY Bronx are Criminal Justice, Dietetics and Nutrition Science, Sciences for Forensics, and Energy Services Technology.
CUNY Bronx also has Certificate Programs in Animal Care and Management, Assistant of Children with Special Needs, Automotive Technician, Bilingual Early Childhood Assistant, Early Childhood Assistant, Licensed Practical Nursing, and Paralegal Studies.
CUNY Bronx Community College Admissions
To apply for freshman admission at CUNY Bronx, a student must submit a copy of their high school diploma or GED equivalent, as well as official transcripts. Students entering a college or university are required by the City University of New York guidelines to have a minimum of 16 units of courses, with 4 units in English, 4 in social studies, 3 in mathematics, 2 in a foreign language, 2 in a laboratory science, and 1 in fine arts.
College transfer students should submit their official college transcripts, as well as their high school transcripts if they have accumulated less than 24 credits in college.
International students should submit a high school diploma at an institution equal to a high school in the United States, as well as provide official transcripts. They must also show proof of finances, in the form of bank statements from either the student or a sponsor.
CUNY Bronx Community College Financial Aid
Financial Aid is available for students who need assistance paying for school. Aid comes in the forms of grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and loans. Eligibility for federal aid is generally based on financial need.
To apply for federal aid, a student should begin by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid, which can be done online.
Students going into the teaching field may be eligible for the TEACH Grant. Students must be enrolled in a teaching course, score above the 75th percentile on an admissions test such as the SAT or ACT, and maintain a minimum 3.25 cumulative grade point average.
CUNY Bronx Community College Students
CUNY Bronx Community College is located in the Bronx in New York, and is easily accessible by both bus and the subway. Cultural attractions in the Bronx include the New York Botanical Garden, Bronx Zoo, and Yankee Stadium.
The Center for Sustainable Energy promotes responsible environment policy and efficient energy practices. The center holds conferences on topics such as solar energy and alternative fuels, and is often used by students interested in careers in alternative energy.
The Center for Tolerance and Understanding, founded in 2005, promotes understanding between people of different cultures at CUNY Bronx and beyond. The center frequently presents films and guest speakers on diversity.
CUNY Bronx also has an extensive online learning program, where 75 percent of all learning is done online. In addition, a wireless network is available to all students.
CUNY Bronx features an urban setting in a very large city (over 500,000) and is a commuter campus. Again, the university has many unique facilites, such as the Hall of Fame for Great Americans.
CUNY Bronx Community College Athletics
CUNY Bronx has men’s sports teams in baseball, baseball, cross-country, indoor track, and soccer, and a women’s team in volleyball. Its sports teams are nicknamed the Broncos.
The volleyball team was the City University of New York Athletic Conference champions in 2008.
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