- Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers (SVCMC) is one of the New York metropolitan area's most comprehensive health care systems, serving nearly 600,000 people annually. SVCMC was established in 2000 as a result of the merger of Catholic Medical Centers of Brooklyn and Queens, Saint Vincent Hospital and Medical Center of New York and Sisters of Charity Healthcare on Staten Island. Sponsored by the Roman Catholic Bishop of Brooklyn and the president of the Sisters of Charity of New York, SVCMC serves as the academic medical center of New York Medical College in New York City.
School Highlights
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island serves 710 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the state community college average of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 97%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Private-state tuition: $21,769
- Acceptance Rate: 73%
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island
(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
66 staff
158 staff
Student Body
The student population of St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island has grown by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island diversity score of 0.74 is equal to the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
710 students
791 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
# Full-Time Students
710 students
469 students
# Part-Time Students
156 students
322 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
846 students
428 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
710 students
469 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
333 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
8%
% Asian
32%
18%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
18%
23%
% White
5%
3%
% Hawaiian
34%
40%
% Two or more races
8%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.375%
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)
$76,300
$35,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $21,769 is more than the state average of $16,501. The private state tuition has grown by 25% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$21,769
$16,501
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$22,778
$13,841
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
73%
59%
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
- SVCMC operates six hospitals, four skilled nursing facilities, a system-wide home care agency and a hospice. Our more than 20 ambulatory care sites provide a broad array of medical, psychiatric and substance abuse services. In 2003, St. Clare's Hospital, now St. Vincent's Midtown Hospital, became affiliated with the healthcare system. Over 2,500 physicians have chosen to affiliate with SVCMC, which offers the full range of medical and surgical care. Clinical trials and research help us provide the latest treatments in all specialties. Our system's mission -- to treat with respect, integrity compassion and excellence -- is combined with an emphasis on technology and quality. Wherever you live or work in the New York metropolitan area, Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers can help you and your family with your health care needs. At St. Vincent's Staten Island, we serve our community with high quality inpatient and outpatient services. Internationally recognized specialists direct our reproductive medicine center, and we operate a high-risk pregnancy center -- designated a Regional Perinatal Center by the New York State Department of Health -- for women requiring special care. In addition, our neonatal intensive care center boasts one of the highest survival rates in the city. St. Vincent's Hospital Staten Island enjoys full accreditation from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island cost?
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island's private state tuition is approximately $21,769.
What is the acceptance rate of St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island?
The acceptance rate of St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island is 73%, which is higher than the state average of 59%.
In what neighborhood is St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island located?
St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island is located in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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