C
Average
Score: 50/100

Rockland Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Suffern, New York 10901
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 29%
Outcomes
C
46/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
D
43/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,763
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
66%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,765
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Rockland Community College

31% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,763 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$810,033
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,672
1-Year Change
+4.8%
For parents & investors

The Rockland Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $810,033
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,672/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10974 (4.4% cap, Sloatsburg)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,472 $10,424

Financial Aid

61%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
7%
Take Out Loans
$8,765
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,283
$30,001 - $48,000$7,860
$48,001 - $75,000$10,093
$75,001 - $110,000$12,760
$110,001+$14,665

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Humanities/Humanistic Studies 158 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 141 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 77 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 53 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 50 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 32 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 30 grads/yr Graphic Design 25 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 23 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 22 grads/yr Visual and Performing Arts, General 17 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 16 grads/yr Mathematics and Computer Science 16 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 14 grads/yr Engineering Science 14 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 12 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 11 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 10 grads/yr Tourism Promotion Operations 10 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 9 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 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

Student Demographics

5,763
Total Students
54%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
31%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 27%
Hispanic 36%
Black 18%
Asian 5%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 31%
With Family 69%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,763 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 49%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 14%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Rockland 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 Rockland Community College?
Tuition at Rockland Community College is $5,472 for in-state students and $10,424 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,765.
What is the graduation rate at Rockland Community College?
The graduation rate at Rockland 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 Rockland Community College a good school?
Rockland Community College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): 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 Rockland Community College?
Rockland Community College has a total enrollment of 5,763 students.
Is there rental demand near Rockland Community College?
Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Rockland Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,763 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Suffern area.

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