School Highlights
New York College of Health Professions serves 327 students (57% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American and Black), which is more than the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,040
- Acceptance Rate: 81%
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
New York College of Health Professions ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
New York College of Health Professions
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
58 staff
158 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of New York College of Health Professions has declined by 35% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The New York College of Health Professions diversity score of 0.80 is more than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
327 students
791 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
187 students
469 students
# Part-Time Students
140 students
322 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
390 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
128 students
469 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
59 students
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
94 students
333 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
46 students
44 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
24%
8%
% Asian
15%
18%
% Hispanic
1%
1%
% Black
18%
23%
% White
2%
3%
% Hawaiian
30%
40%
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
6%
2%
Diversity Score
0.80
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.375%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3158%
0.3889%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,200
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $14,040 is less than the state average of $16,501. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,040
$16,501
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$29,233
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$11,641
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
81%
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
School Notes
- New York College is a private not-for-profit college and has been a leader in Holistic Health Education and Care for over 35 years. It was the first to have a college degree program in Massage Therapy approved by New York State. The College offers a 2-year, 72 credit, Associate degree in Massage Therapy and a Bachelors degree in Advanced Asian Bodywork. New York College of Health Professions is institutionally accredited by the New York State Board of Regents and the Commissioner of Education, a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
- The Acupuncture program and Oriental Medicine Bachelors/Masters degree level programs were also the first approved by New York State and are accredited by ACAOM.
- The College campus is located in Syosset, Long Island, NY, with 4 additional locations in New York City. It also owns a 35-acre medical facility in Luo Yang, China. New York College operates one of the largest holistic clinics in the Northeast on the Syosset campus as well as Manhattan clinics where student interns offer massage therapy, acupuncture and herbal treatments to the public at affordable cost.
- New York College has flexible day, evening and weekend schedules, full-time and part-time programs and offers Financial Aid and scholarships, if qualified.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does New York College of Health Professions cost?
New York College of Health Professions's private state tuition is approximately $14,040.
What is the acceptance rate of New York College of Health Professions?
The acceptance rate of New York College of Health Professions is 81%, which is higher than the state average of 74%.
What is New York College of Health Professions's ranking?
New York College of Health Professions ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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