C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
78/100 · earnings-weighted

Erie 1 BOCES

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 West Seneca, New York 14224
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: 83%
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

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

312
Total Enrollment
83%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$12,501
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Erie 1 BOCES ▼

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
$302,473
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,754
1-Year Change
+8.6%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Erie 1 BOCES, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$47,114
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$43,451
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
96%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
53.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 20% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 79th 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 Erie 1 BOCES

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$45,021$51,087-9%#536 of 757#622$9,500
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)—$43,730-9%#167 of 226#188—
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$15,359$30,792+17%#218 of 1025#339$5,023

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 Erie 1 BOCES Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $302,473
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,754/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 14211 (8.0% cap, Buffalo)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
69%
Receive Pell Grants
77%
Take Out Loans
$12,501
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,423

Student Demographics

312
Total Students
79%
Women
46%
Traditional Age (18-24)
100%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 59%
Hispanic 5%
Black 33%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 100%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~312 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%
25-64 (Adult) 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Erie 1 BOCES?
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 Erie 1 BOCES?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Erie 1 BOCES?
The graduation rate at Erie 1 BOCES is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Erie 1 BOCES a good school?
Erie 1 BOCES has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Erie 1 BOCES?
Erie 1 BOCES has a total enrollment of 312 students.
Is there rental demand near Erie 1 BOCES?
Yes! Approximately 100% of students at Erie 1 BOCES live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 312 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the West Seneca area.

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