School Highlights
Derech Hachaim Seminary serves 300 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 50:1 is higher than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Acceptance Rate: 93%
- Student-teacher ratio: 50:1
- Minority enrollment: 8%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Derech Hachaim Seminary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Derech Hachaim Seminary
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
6 staff
43 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Derech Hachaim Seminary has declined by 9% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 50:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Derech Hachaim Seminary diversity score of 0.15 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
300 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
50:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
300 students
528 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
285 students
401 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
300 students
511 students
% White
92%
37%
% Hawaiian
8%
n/a
Diversity Score
0.15
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
98%
35%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
89%
Acceptance Rate
93%
78%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Derech Hachaim Seminary?
The acceptance rate of Derech Hachaim Seminary is 93%, which is higher than the state average of 78%.
What is Derech Hachaim Seminary's ranking?
Derech Hachaim Seminary ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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