Description

Dutchess Community College in Poughkeepsie, New York boasts a focus on transfer rates and overall student success.

A large number of the students who do transfer from Dutchess go on to study at one of the highly respected schools in the SUNY system, such as SUNY New Paltz, Plattsburgh and Purchase.

In fact, students who wish to obtain a teaching credential for K-12 education may be interested in DCC’s joint teacher education program with SUNY New Paltz.

With over 60 academic programs, DCC has a range of associate’s degree programs from which to choose. These include degrees in Business, Engineering, Humanities, Nursing, Computer Sciences and Performing Arts.

For students who do not wish to transfer, DCC offers vocational certificates as well, leading directly to careers in medical, technical, and other in-demand fields.

Dutchess Community College’s student service facility offers academic resources and career resources as well as information on admissions.

Financial aid counselors are also available in the student services department and will help to explain different sources of aid, such as loans and scholarships, which are available to those who qualify.

Quick Facts

Location

Northeast

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)

On-Campus Housing Available

No

In-State Tuition

$3,320

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,220

Selectivity

Open Admissions

Enrollment

9,859

Students

Total Students
9,859

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
53%
Part-Time
47%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
10%
Asian
2%
Caucasian
62%
Latino
9%
Other
17%

International Students

International
0%
Domestic
100%