- For more than 150 years, Bryant & Stratton has built its reputation on an affordable, quality college education in a friendly, personalized setting. We’re not just committed to our students; we’re connected to them from the first day they arrive. At Bryant & Stratton College, you’re not a number. You’re an individual who matters to your instructors and your classmates.
School Highlights
Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst serves 317 students (56% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Private-state tuition: $15,653
- Acceptance Rate: 70%
- Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 38%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
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, non-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
28 staff
159 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst diversity score of 0.58 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
317 students
1,129 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
176 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
141 students
601 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
486 students
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
176 students
519 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
141 students
850 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
2%
8%
% Hispanic
3%
23%
% Black
18%
18%
% White
62%
38%
% Hawaiian
1%
2%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
33%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,300
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $15,653 is less than the state average of $16,503. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$15,653
$16,503
Tuition Notes
$10,000 - $20,000
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,909
$14,216
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
70%
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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst cost?
Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst's private state tuition is approximately $15,653.
What is the acceptance rate of Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst?
The acceptance rate of Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst is 70%, which is lower than the state average of 74%.
What is Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst's ranking?
Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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