Dutchess Community College

Poughkeepsie, New York · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$10,065

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

29.7%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

3,824

In-state tuition

$5,670

Out-of-state tuition

$10,670

Cost of attendance

$17,159

Median earnings (10y)

$43,929

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (47%), business (14%), trades & services (12%).

  • STEM7%
  • Health10%
  • Business14%
  • Humanities & arts47%
  • Social sciences9%
  • Trades & services12%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

27 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's632$23,038$11,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's201$25,559$7,646
Human Services, General.Associate's124$23,609$14,324
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's91$30,507$11,515
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's77$71,733$21,868
Communication and Media Studies.Associate's59$17,921$10,998
Visual and Performing Arts, General.Associate's59$18,196$5,500
Computer Science.Associate's44
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate33
Engineering, General.Associate's29
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's28
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate24
Information Science/Studies.Associate's23
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.Associate's21
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's17
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's16
Fine and Studio Arts.Associate's16
Air Transportation.Associate's15
Legal Support Services.Associate's14
Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's13
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's13
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Associate's11
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's9
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate8
Legal Support Services.Undergraduate certificate6
Hospitality Administration/Management.Associate's6
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).Undergraduate certificate5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Dutchess Community College

Dutchess Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Poughkeepsie, New York, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 3,824 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Business, Health professions.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Dutchess Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $10,065 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,670 for in-state students and $10,670 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $17,159 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 29.7%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $43,929 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Dutchess Community College confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (47% of credentials), business (14% of credentials), trades & services (12% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Poughkeepsie, New York (suburb), Dutchess Community College draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Dutchess Community College

Q.How much does Dutchess Community College cost?

The average net price at Dutchess Community College is $10,065 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $17,159.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Dutchess Community College?

Dutchess Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 29.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Dutchess Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Dutchess Community College graduate earns $43,929 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Dutchess Community College?

Published tuition is $5,670 in-state and $10,670 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Dutchess Community College located?

Dutchess Community College is located in Poughkeepsie, New York (ZIP 12601).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Dutchess Community College at their official website.