C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
81/100 · earnings-weighted

Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Poughkeepsie, New York 12601
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 69%
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
25/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

85
Total Enrollment
69%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$34,342
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program ▼

100% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$401,269
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,834
1-Year Change
+6.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$48,363
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$47,278
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,063
Median debt at graduation
97.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
59.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 15% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 82nd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$49,012$66,117+18%#148 of 757#236$6,900

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $401,269
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,834/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 12603 (4.0% cap, Poughkeepsie)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

74%
Receive Any Aid
74%
Receive Pell Grants
60%
Take Out Loans
$34,342
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$34,358
$30,001 - $48,000$34,182

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 46 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Student Demographics

85
Total Students
91%
Women
22%
Traditional Age (18-24)
100%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 24%
Hispanic 18%
Black 42%
Asian 7%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 100%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~85 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 22%
25-64 (Adult) 78%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program?
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 Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program?
The graduation rate at Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is 69%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program a good school?
Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program?
Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program has a total enrollment of 85 students.
Is there rental demand near Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program?
Yes! Approximately 100% of students at Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 85 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Poughkeepsie area.

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