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Average
Score: 52/100

CUNY Hostos Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Bronx, New York 10451
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 17%
Outcomes
D
38/100
Affordability
A
89/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,526
Total Enrollment
17%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,463
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near CUNY Hostos Community College

7% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 409 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$338,618
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,985
1-Year Change
+3.1%
For parents & investors

The CUNY Hostos Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $338,618
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,985/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10451 (6.9% cap, Bronx)

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🏆 Where CUNY Hostos Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#16
Teacher Assistant/Aide
of 26 schools
#21
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
of 24 schools
#28
Game and Interactive Media Design
of 29 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,800 $7,680

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
80%
Receive Pell Grants
3%
Take Out Loans
$5,463
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,398
$30,001 - $48,000$5,616
$48,001 - $75,000$7,244
$75,001 - $110,000$8,701
$110,001+$4,865

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 189 grads/yr Teacher Assistant/Aide 53 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 49 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 44 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 39 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 37 grads/yr Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling 34 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 31 grads/yr Game and Interactive Media Design 27 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 25 grads/yr Computer Science 25 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 17 grads/yr Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects 17 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 16 grads/yr Adult Development and Aging 9 grads/yr Music Technology 8 grads/yr Physical Sciences, General 7 grads/yr Mathematics, General 7 grads/yr Public Administration 5 grads/yr Accounting 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from CUNY Hostos Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of police and detectives
$106k/yr 160,800 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr 16,200 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Student Demographics

5,526
Total Students
68%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
7%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 4%
Hispanic 60%
Black 28%
Asian 3%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 7%
With Family 93%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~409 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%
Hybrid (Some Online) 47%
Fully Online 14%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at CUNY Hostos Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend CUNY Hostos Community College?
Tuition at CUNY Hostos Community College is $4,800 for in-state students and $7,680 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,463.
What is the graduation rate at CUNY Hostos Community College?
The graduation rate at CUNY Hostos Community College is 17%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is CUNY Hostos Community College a good school?
CUNY Hostos Community College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend CUNY Hostos Community College?
CUNY Hostos Community College has a total enrollment of 5,526 students.
Is there rental demand near CUNY Hostos Community College?
Yes! Approximately 7% of students at CUNY Hostos Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 409 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology