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US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit4-year

Metropolitan College of New York

New York, New York Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#4145
Nationally
#303
In New York
77%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$19,338
Annual Tuition
per year
21%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
430
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
35/100
Below Average
#4145 nationally
#303 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes21
πŸ’°Affordability61
🎯Selectivity8
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth48

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Metropolitan College of New York is a private nonprofit four-year university located in New York, New York. With 430 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 77%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $19,338, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $19,821 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 21%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate77%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
81
Applied
62
Admitted
23
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$19,338/yr
Room & Board$1,000/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$21,188/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$19,338↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$19,821
$30,001 – $48,000$21,556
$48,001 – $75,000$26,306
$75,001 – $110,000$29,061
Over $110,000$29,173
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate21%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
430
Total Undergrads
70% F / 30% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 7%
Hispanic 30%
Black 54%
Asian 1%
Two or more 2%
International 5%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($19,338/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,000/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (430 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 21% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationNew York, New York
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$19,821
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#303
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#4145
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.