C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
85/100 · earnings-weighted

Western Suffolk BOCES

2-Year Public
📍 Northport, New York 11768
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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+
81/100
Affordability
C
47/100
Resources
C+
63/100
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

274
Total Enrollment
83%
Graduation Rate
91%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$49,667
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$53,875
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$11,339
Median debt at graduation
83.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
36.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 23% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 84th 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 Western Suffolk 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
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$69,774$84,840+47%#22 of 290#33$12,996
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$43,952$79,277+54%#7 of 319#11$12,000
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$55,150$59,938+7%#276 of 757#407$9,859
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$17,906$26,458+1%#532 of 1025#622$5,278

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 Western Suffolk BOCES Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $990,562
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,117/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 11746 (3.3% cap, South Huntington)

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🏆 Where Western Suffolk BOCES Ranks

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

#17
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
of 70 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
60%
Receive Pell Grants
54%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

274
Total Students
63%
Women
42%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Hispanic 21%
Black 13%
Asian 6%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 42%
25-64 (Adult) 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Western Suffolk 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 Western Suffolk BOCES?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Western Suffolk BOCES?
The graduation rate at Western Suffolk BOCES is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Western Suffolk BOCES a good school?
Western Suffolk BOCES has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (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 smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Western Suffolk BOCES?
Western Suffolk BOCES has a total enrollment of 274 students.

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