CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College Tuition &
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is a public community college in New York, New York, with about 18,623 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,976 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $5,170. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (44.9%) and Black or African American (25.5%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $5,170
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,976 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 18,623 63.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 24.66%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 53.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 20.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 43.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 28,633
- Room & Board: $22,260 annual estimate
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College?
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is located in New York, NY (ZIP 10007).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College public or private?
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is a Public institution.
How much does CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College cost?
Published tuition: $5,170 in-state, $8,050 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,976.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $4,057 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $4,837 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $7,460 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,927 |
| $110,001+ | $12,016 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $20,680.
How big is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College?
Total enrollment: 18,623 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 28,633 students.
About 64% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 24.66%.
First-year retention: 61.2%.
What do graduates of CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College earn?
Median earnings: $31,688 six years after entry; $42,306 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $7,574.
56.70% of students receive Pell grants.
What is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (475 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (428 completions)
- Psychology, General (264 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Police Science (247 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (165 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (147 completions)
- Computer Science (141 completions)
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping (97 completions)
- Community Organization and Advocacy (90 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (85 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 24.66%; median earnings $42,306 at 10 years; net price $4,976. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$5,170
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College was $5,170.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,976
2024 Value
In 2024 CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,976.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,904 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,976 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$20,680 4-Year In-State Tuition
$32,200 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$22,260 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,500 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$28,930 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$115,720 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
56.70% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
4.16% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $4,518 | $7,038 | $6,778 |
| 2014 | $4,818 | $7,518 | $7,436 |
| 2015 | $5,170 | $8,050 | $7,986 |
| 2016 | $5,250 | $8,050 | $6,509 |
| 2017 | $5,170 | $8,050 | $5,965 |
| 2018 | $5,170 | $8,050 | $6,526 |
| 2019 | $5,170 | $8,050 | $5,158 |
| 2020 | $5,170 | $8,050 | $5,646 |
| 2021 | $5,170 | $8,050 | $5,065 |
| 2022 | $5,170 | $8,050 | $6,201 |
| 2023 | $5,170 | $8,050 | $4,907 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College reported total enrollment of about 18,623 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (44.9%), Black or African American (25.5%), and Asian (10.9%). About 56.70% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 53.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
63.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College in 2024 is 18,623 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 28,633 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
61.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 44.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
9.50% 100% Completion Time
24.66% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 9.50% of students graduating from CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 32% male / 68% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 46% male / 54% female
- Psychology, General: 17% male / 83% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Return on Investment
$7,574 Median Student Debt
$42,306 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
17.90% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2025.50% Return on Investment
1.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 48 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 475 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 428 completions
3. Psychology, General: 264 completions
4. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 247 completions
5. Health Professions and Related Programs: 165 completions
6. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 147 completions
7. Computer Science: 141 completions
8. Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping: 97 completions
9. Community Organization and Advocacy: 90 completions
Most popular programs at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 43.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,481
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $16,075
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is a public institution located in New York, NY, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 18,623 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (44.9%), Black or African American (25.5%), Asian (10.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 24.66%. Approximately 56.70% of students receive Pell Grants. About 53.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Location
New York, NY 10007
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 24.66% graduation rate at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College located?
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is located in New York, NY.
How much does CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $5,170 and average net price is $4,976 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $22,260 annually.
What is the student body demographics at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College?
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 28,633 students, Hispanic or Latino (44.9%), Black or African American (25.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College?
About 53.1% of students at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College earn?
Median earnings are $31,688 six years after entry and $42,306 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 24.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $7,574.
Is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College public or private?
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is a public institution located in New York, NY.
Is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College an HBCU?
No. CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College a tribal college?
No. CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College reports 44.9% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.