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Average
Score: 53/100

Dutchess Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Poughkeepsie, New York 12601
ℹ️
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: 29%
Outcomes
D
44/100
Affordability
B
71/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
B
72/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

6,387
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,268
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Dutchess Community College

24% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,552 students who need housing.

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

The Dutchess Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $401,269
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,834/mo — vs ~$963/mo campus room rate
  • 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 $4,800 $9,600
Room $8,666
Board $5,100
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,455 $30,255

Financial Aid

68%
Receive Any Aid
47%
Receive Pell Grants
29%
Take Out Loans
$8,268
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,920
$30,001 - $48,000$7,473
$48,001 - $75,000$10,962
$75,001 - $110,000$13,505
$110,001+$15,342

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 135 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 95 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 66 grads/yr Human Services, General 44 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 43 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 39 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 38 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 36 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 35 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 34 grads/yr Visual and Performing Arts, General 24 grads/yr Computer Science 21 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 15 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 12 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 12 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 11 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 10 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 10 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 10 grads/yr Engineering, General 9 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 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
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

6,387
Total Students
54%
Women
47%
Traditional Age (18-24)
24%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Hispanic 25%
Black 12%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 19%
Off-Campus (Renters) 24%
With Family 56%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,552 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 59%
Hybrid (Some Online) 26%
Fully Online 15%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Dutchess 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 Dutchess Community College?
Tuition at Dutchess Community College is $4,800 for in-state students and $9,600 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,268.
What is the graduation rate at Dutchess Community College?
The graduation rate at Dutchess Community College is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Dutchess Community College a good school?
Dutchess Community College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): 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 Dutchess Community College?
Dutchess Community College has a total enrollment of 6,387 students.
Is there rental demand near Dutchess Community College?
Yes! Approximately 24% of students at Dutchess Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,552 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: September 2026 | Methodology