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Public, 2-Year
Rochester, NY

Monroe Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NY. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,856

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

21.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$40,174

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Monroe Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Rochester, NY. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,856, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 21.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$11,712

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$10,174

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$90,028

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$191,768

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 22%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Monroe Community College is $9,750.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.7%
41.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
48.8%
Black
23.1%
Hispanic
14.3%
Two or more
5.8%
Asian
5.8%
International
1.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Unknown
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,856

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$3,809
$30k - $48k$6,186
$48k - $75k$9,157
$75k+$11,626

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$9,750
Pell Grant Recipients47.1%
Using Federal Loans27.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment36.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

61.3%

Success

21.8%

In-State Cost

$5,856

Age 25+ Students

34.6%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 6

Working at 6yr

3,001 students

Living In Rochester

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$938

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,050

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,307

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Rochester metropolitan area.