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Monroe Community College

Public Rochester, NY · Suburban · Mid-Atlantic · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
25%
Graduation Rate
$40,174
Earnings (10yr)
$6,353
Net Price
7,623
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Overview

Monroe Community College is a solid choice for students looking to jumpstart their education and career in a supportive environment. With an enrollment of about 7,600, it caters to individuals interested in fields like Humanities, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Criminal Justice, and Psychology. The vibrant campus life and strong focus on community make it a great fit for those who thrive in collaborative settings.

When it comes to life after graduation, students can expect an average earning of around $40,174 within ten years of completing their studies. This statistic underscores the potential for upward mobility, especially for those who take advantage of the college's programs. Affordability is another plus, as many students receive Pell Grants, making it easier for them to manage costs and focus on their studies.

Looking at the numbers, the net price after aid comes to about $6,353, while the median debt sits at $9,750. This financial landscape suggests that students are able to graduate with relatively manageable debt. Those who tend to thrive here are often those who are motivated and ready to engage with their education, taking full advantage of the resources available to them for career advancement.

Rankings

How Monroe Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation25%Earnings 10yr$40KNet Price$6KRetention57%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate50%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$4K$0-30K$5K$30-48K$9K$48-75K$14K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1128.3%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%936.4%MOBILITY105.65%

Cost & Financial Aid

$6,006
In-State Tuition
$11,056
Out-of-State
$6,353
Avg Net Price
$9,750
Median Debt
50%
Pell Grant Rate
30%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$3,737
Family Income $0–$30K
$5,081
Family Income $30K–$48K
$8,810
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,933
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$34,495
6 Years After Entry
$37,324
8 Years
$40,174
10 Years
0.24x
Debt-to-Earnings
49%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,495 6yr $37,324 8yr $40,174 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

105.65%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
936.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1128.3%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$77,200
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.86
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.19
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.3%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.118%
Inventor Rate
42
Total Patents
82
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 57%
Full-Time Faculty 44%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,358
Diversity Index 0.69
First-Gen Students 39%

Top Programs

Humanities 26%
Health Professions 19%
Business & Marketing 11%
Criminal Justice 7%
Psychology 5%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 3%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Mid-Atlantic
Accreditor Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female
54%
White
48%
Hispanic
14%
Black
23%
Asian
5%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

Opportunity Insights Patent Data

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