About Dutchess Community College

Founded in 1957, Dutchess Community College. is a college. Located in New York, which is a city setting in New York, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 9,346 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Dutchess Community College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 22:1. There are 128 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Dutchess Community College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range
ACT Range

Admissions at DCC are considered , with ,3% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Dutchess Community College.

20%
“We”re apathetic”
20%
“We know about current events and vote”
60%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
20%
“We save it for the classroom”
27%
“Sometimes, but not often”
40%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
40%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
60%
“I feel extremely safe”
67%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
33%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
47%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
7%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
67%
“They keep regular office hours”
33%
“They”re always available”
87%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
7%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
7%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
7%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
40%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
40%
“We only party on weekends”
13%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
20%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
40%
“There might be people who do”
7%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
33%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
20%
“We”re apathetic”
20%
“We know about current events and vote”
60%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
20%
“We save it for the classroom”
27%
“Sometimes, but not often”
40%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
13%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
40%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
60%
“I feel extremely safe”
67%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
13%
“It”s not really our thing”
33%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
47%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
7%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
67%
“They keep regular office hours”
33%
“They”re always available”
87%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
7%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
7%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
7%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
40%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
40%
“We only party on weekends”
13%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
20%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
40%
“There might be people who do”
7%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
33%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    17 Students rated on-campus housing 3.8 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    9 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    17 Students rated campus food 3.1 stars. 12 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    18 Students rated campus facilities 4.3 stars. 39 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    18 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 61 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    18 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    18 Students rated local services 2.9 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    18 Students rated academics 4.3 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.

Dutchess Community College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Dutchess Community College?

16 Students rated Dutchess Community College

Alex - 03/01/2022

Dutchess Community College was my first option upon this pandemic starting and I will say that everything from admissions to navigating through the websites is extremely easy. I recommend simply doing online and being able to build your own schedule. Picking your classes has never been easier considering there is a lot of access to help.

Taylor - 01/02/2020

My overall opinion on DCC is that it is an okay community college. They offer a lot more than I thought they would but they could use improvement. Some of the professors are great but others need to be better trained in teaching. The campus itself is nice and the equipment is decent but needs improvement.

Kendra - 11/16/2019

My overall opinion of Dutchess Community College is it has great classroom sizes, professors are very accessible, and it's very affordable to attend. They also give students a lot of aid which helps cover others costs such as books or other applies needed. Being a community college, they have given me a great liberal arts/general studies education.

Eniola - 05/07/2019

A good school. Love the opportunity and education given. More than a community college, the mixture of students and opportunities available is great. The school has given me the opportunity to effectively transition from high school to college and I am happy I decided to attend this school

Dutchess Community College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Dutchess Community College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Dutchess Community College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    My first piece of advice to my high school self would be to focus more and to stop procrastinating. Breaking the habbit early on is much easier. College is different than high school and your work is more important than it was in high school. In life we are constantly working to make sure that we have a better future and college is a major stepping stone that will determine the rest of your future. Being able to focus and get work done will help you keep a clear mind without becoming over stressed. In the end hard work and dedication will pay off even if at the moment it seems that there is no hope. I would also tell myself to relax and enjoy life because soon enough your childhood is goinng to be over. Enjoy what you have before it is gone. The people that you once thought you could never live with out will move on and so will you. Life changes people. So enjoy it while it is still there and make the best of everything that you do.

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  3. What kind of person should attend this school?

    The type of person who should attend this school, is the person who wants more out of a school than prestige. This person must want an institution that makes the effort to see the person behind the tests scores, and statistics. This person must want an enviroment that integrates community involvement with education. This person must want an education, not just a degree.

    Read all 7 answers

  4. Describe the students at your school.

    Most of my classmates are young, rambunctions, and completely irresponsible; but once in a while I find someone who's in the same boat I'm in and it feels good to know there are others around.

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  5. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about my school is it's value. It has the lowest tuition in NY state but yet sacrifices nothing for such a low cost. The fact that a collegiate institution for continuing education is so overwhelmingly inexpensive but yet still teaches text book and life lessons is phenomenal. It's campus is a beautiful sight, yet small enough to not have to spend an hour trying to traverse the whole thing. The buildings are all structurally sound and simply quite stunning. It truly amazes me how the administration can keep such a beautiful school so inexpensive.

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  6. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I currently attend class at the South campus of DCC. I'm in my mid twenties and very serious about my school work and I find most of the students at the South Campus are fresh from high school and think college is a joke or a waste of time. It stresses me out to a point because I was just like that once and I wish I could impart my experience on to them so they won't make the same mistake of putting college off for so long.

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    In, Dutchess Community College the campus is big with alot of things to do; and the teachers are wonderful.

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  8. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Someone that is only looking to socialize and not take their education seriously should not attend DCC.

    Read all 3 answers

  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    This school has the best reputation for a community school. They have a great nursing program that is competitive and challenging but has great oppertunities.

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  10. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    I am unsure of what my career goals are and I realized that since Dutchess Community College is affordable, it offers the academic flexibility I need to help figure out which direction my studies should lead to. It is close to my home and offers a wide range of courses and schedules to accomodate them. DCC really promotes a recognition and understanding of personal and cultural differences. I have learned to appreciate and recognize my social and political responsibilities. I truly feel that I will be able to achieve whatever goals I choose.

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  11. What are the academics like at your school?

    My best decision in education thus far was this school. Everyone is beyond helpful, the teachers are excellent and the classes will prepare you for a four year school. There are so many academic programs available at this school.

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  12. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    The one thing I wish I knew going into college was the amount of time and effort needed on each class, its nothing like high school. In college you have to eat sleep and breathe work to get it all done, slacking off isnt a good idea.

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  13. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    i love how small it is.

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  14. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    Dutchess has a bad rep, they are known for lazy, unmotivated students, but DCC offers a wide variety of courses for all levels of intellect. Its very accurate.

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  15. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    nothing really i just want to graduate and move on to a four year school.

    Read all 1 answers

  16. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The lack of character of the school. There are not too many ways to get involved in the school unless you live on campus which the majority of students don't live on campus.

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Student Body

Students

54%

female

46%

male

9,346

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

1%

Out-Of-State

98%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

5%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
% Black or African-American
11%
% Hispanic/Latino
18%
% White or Caucasian
60%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

74% of students attending Dutchess Community College receive some sort of financial aid. 43% were awarded federal grants.34%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$7,562

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,350

Books and Supplies

$10,500

Room and Board

19,412

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$4,913
$30 - $48K
$6,809
$48 - $75K
$10,130
$75 - $110K
$12,055
$110K & UP
$12,600

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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