School Highlights
New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants serves 298 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 62%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
159 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants has declined by 8% over five years.
The New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
298 students
1,129 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
298 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
601 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
298 students
519 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
850 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
5%
n/a
% Asian
24%
8%
% Hispanic
1%
23%
% Black
52%
18%
% White
1%
38%
% Hawaiian
16%
2%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
75%
33%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,800
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,522
$12,251
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wizards
Profile last updated: 08/14/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants's ranking?
New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Average community college minority breakdown and Least debt for graduating students.
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