Description

Looking for a community college that attracts students from all over the country and even the world? You’re looking for Borough Manhattan Community College (BMCC).

Located in the heart of New York City, BMCC doesn’t just offer access to the most culturally vibrant city in the country: it also offers nationally top-ranking academics and an impressive transfer record.

Ranked by Community College Week in a number of categories, BMCC consistently remained in the top 15 and often in the top five among U.S. community colleges. Most impressively, its Business and Marketing program has been ranked as number one among community colleges nationwide.

With more academic options than any other public school in New York City, BMCC offers courses in over 60 subjects. Students may get a two-year professional degree or transfer to a four-year institution.
At BMCC, students don’t transfer to just any university. BMCC students have a record of transferring to some of the more prestigious four-year schools in New York, including New York University, Vassar College and Hunter College.

BMCC’s 30,000-plus students benefit not only from the academics and the urban location, but also from student services. Internship opportunities, counseling and tutoring services and opportunities to undertake dual programs at BMCC and City College of New York are all available.

Financial aid options are numerous and include packages consisting of loans, work-study, scholarships and grants for eligible students.

Quick Facts

Location

Northeast

Setting

Large City Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

On-Campus Housing Available

No

In-State Tuition

$3,468

Out-of-State Tuition

$5,358

Selectivity

Open Admissions

Enrollment

21,700

Students

Total Students
21,700

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
65%
Part-Time
35%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
98%
Out-of-State
2%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
34%
Asian
12%
Caucasian
14%
Latino
38%
Other
2%

Students State Origin

New York
98%
New Jersey
1%
Other
1%

International Students

International
7%
Domestic
93%