SUNY Ulster
Ulster County Community College is located in Stone Ridge, New York and is a part of the State University of New York (SUNY) college system. This public two-year community college was established back in 1961. It currently serves more than 3,500 students. Students will be able to take advantage of more than 55 academic programs including several associate’s degree options as well as many certificate programs from which students can choose. This school has robust online learning options for students who need the convenience of learning from home, as well. It also has a large number of different transfer opportunities to larger four-year universities.
The Ulster County Community College nursing program offers students the chance to pursue associate's degree in nursing. This program is designed to take two academic years to complete, although it is also possible to pursue this degree on a part-time basis. It gives students a varied education that includes classroom learning and clinical experiences at local hospitals and health agencies. Ulster County Community College also offers advanced placement options for existing LPNs who are looking to become RNs. The nursing program at this school is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleFringe Rural |
| Number of Students3,560 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio21:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate60% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 25 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 62 miles radius of SUNY Ulster
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Dutchess Community College
14 miles away |
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Sullivan County Community College
28 miles away |
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Columbia-Greene Community College
30 miles away |
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Orange County Community College
32 miles away |
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Rockland Community College
50 miles away |
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Northwestern Connecticut Community College
55 miles away |
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SUNY Westchester Community College
57 miles away |
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Naugatuck Valley Community College
58 miles away |
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Berkshire Community College
59 miles away |
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Bergen Community College
62 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Middle States Commission on Higher Education 01/01/1971 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 03/01/1995 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $170/credit | |
| In State Students | $170/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $340/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $7,650 | $7,650 | $15,300 |
| ADN | 70 | $11,900 | $11,900 | $23,800 |
| BSN | 125 | $21,250 | $21,250 | $42,500 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 79% of SUNY Ulster's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 56% | $4,791 |
| Other Federal Grant | 12% | $473 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 69% | $2,446 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 27% | $1,036 |
| Federal Student Loans | 22% | $4,151 |
| Private Loans | -- | $7,000 |
$4,078
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$1,464 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$3,806 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$6,962 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$8,540 |
| Over $110,000$10,034 |
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Student Population
3,560
Undergrads
0
Graduates
1,851
Women
1,709
Men
41%
Full-time
59%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
67% |
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Hispanic |
14% |
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Black/African American |
6% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
6% |
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Two or more races |
4% |
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Asian |
2% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and New York state board of nursing.
