- As one college within the City University of New York, BMCC shares CUNY’s mission to preserve academic excellence and extend higher educational opportunity to a diversified urban population. In addition, Borough of Manhattan Community College is dedicated to providing general, liberal arts, career education and continuing education programs, relevant to the needs, interests and aspirations of students of all ages.
School Highlights
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College serves 19,336 students (64% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is same as the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 19,336 students
- In-state tuition: $4,818
- Out-state tuition: $7,518
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 2,009 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College
(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
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
2,009 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College has declined by 24% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College diversity score of 0.73 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
19,336 students
791 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
12,311 students
469 students
# Part-Time Students
7,025 students
322 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
182 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
12,311 students
469 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,025 students
333 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
12%
8%
% Asian
25%
18%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
42%
23%
% White
2%
3%
% Hawaiian
12%
40%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
6%
2%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2639%
0.375%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3889%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,200
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,818 is less than the state average of $5,370. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,518 is less than the state average of $10,073. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,818
$5,370
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,518
$10,073
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,119
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
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 Notes
- Borough of Manhattan Community College was founded in 1963 and opened in 1964 as a small, primarily business-oriented community college offering programs aimed at the business community. Originally located in two floors of a commercial building in midtown Manhattan, the college focused on preparing students for business careers and on providing a liberal arts education to students who wished to transfer to four-year colleges. The college also created on-site training and management development courses for mid-level employees. BMCC continuously modified its in-house and on-site programs. BMCC is one of the nation's leading community colleges. Located in the heart of an exciting and vibrant city, BMCC reflects the best of downtown Manhattan: the culture of Tribeca, the vibrancy of Wall Street, and the promise of the Statue of Liberty. BMCC enrolls approximately 18,000 students in degree-programs and 6,000 more in continuing education programs. The campus, situated on 4.28 acres, became occupied in January 1983. In addition to the 71 classrooms, eight seminar rooms, numerous laboratories and three lecture halls, the campus library is equipped with 550 study carrels that permit use of audio/video cassettes. The campus features a 913-seat auditorium, a 262-seat theater and a 99-seat drama workshop. There is an intercollegiate-size swimming pool and gymnasium which can be divided into three regulation basketball courts. BMCC offers courses uptown as well. Uptown courses are held at two locations. You can choose to take classes at either our Harlem or Inwood/ Washington Heights locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College cost?
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College's tuition is approximately $4,818 for In-State students and $7,518 for Out-State students.
What is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College's ranking?
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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