Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit2-year

The Ailey School

New York, New York · City: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#3083
Nationally
#215
In New York
49%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$13,925
Annual Tuition
per year
88
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
47/100
Average
#3083 nationally
#215 in New York
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth33

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

The Ailey School is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in New York, New York. With 88 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 49%, the institution is considered selective. Annual tuition is $13,925, significantly below average for private colleges.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate49%↑ Above avg
National avg: 80%
122
Applied
60
Admitted
20
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$13,925/yr
Room & Board$12,863/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$27,098/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$13,925↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Student Body
88
Total Undergrads
83% F / 17% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 14%
Hispanic 5%
Black 33%
Asian 2%
Two or more 9%
International 35%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Tuition ($13,925/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • Small campus environment (88 students) — more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationNew York, New York
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
State Ranking
#215
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#3083
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.