Our career-oriented school, located on Long Island, provides students with a comprehensive curriculum by embracing traditional practices and combining them with contemporary ideas. At Katharine Gibbs School - Melville, we are dedicated to providing students with the best educational experience possible.
School Highlights
SBI Campus-An Affiliate of Sanford-Brown serves 240 students (88% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 240 students
Private-state tuition: $8,853
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 94%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
SBI Campus-An Affiliate of Sanford-Brown
(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
Private, for profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
13 staff
158 staff
Student Body
The student population of SBI Campus-An Affiliate of Sanford-Brown has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The SBI Campus-An Affiliate of Sanford-Brown diversity score of 0.98 is more than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has grown by 127% over five years.
Total Enrollment
240 students
791 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
210 students
469 students
# Part-Time Students
30 students
322 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
384 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
210 students
469 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
30 students
333 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
8%
% Asian
1%
18%
% Hispanic
12%
1%
% Black
6%
23%
% White
6%
3%
% Hawaiian
n/a
40%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Unknown races
74%
2%
Diversity Score
0.98
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
59%
27%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3889%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,400
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $8,853 is less than the state average of $16,501. The private state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$8,853
$16,501
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,135
$12,674
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,191
$5,523
Acceptance Rate
25%
69%
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
Katharine Gibbs School Melville on Long Island New York provides
quality educational programs for our students. In order to give
students the tools they need to begin a successful career, the
curriculum is structured to emulate real-world situations. Plus,
our experienced instructors keep up with current industry trends to
maintain a relevant curriculum. Our programs are designed to
accommodate both traditional and non-traditional students by
offering day, evening, and weekend classes, as we are dedicated to
serve those students seeking a solid foundation for their future.
We provide specialized Associate degrees in Business
Administration, Computer Network Operations, Criminal Justice,
Digital Film, Graphic Design, Health Care Administration - Long
Term Care, Office Administration - Business, Office Administration
- Medical, Office Administration - Legal, Network Systems Security,
Game and Web Design and Certificate Programs in Computer Technical
Support. To promote dynamic discussion within the classroom, we
maintain small class sizes so students receive the personal
attention they deserve. Our skilled faculty and staff at Katharine
Gibbs School - Melville has the desire to take an active role in
each student's personal growth and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SBI Campus-An Affiliate of Sanford-Brown cost?
SBI Campus-An Affiliate of Sanford-Brown's private state tuition is approximately $8,853.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 240 students
Private-state tuition: $8,853
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
Minority enrollment: 94%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Did You Know?
For New York public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,370 per year for in-state students and $10,073 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,501 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
