School Highlights
Merkaz Bnos-Business School serves 110 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Acceptance Rate: 82%
- Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 65%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Merkaz Bnos-Business School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Programs offered
School Overview
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Merkaz Bnos-Business School
(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
7 staff
43 staff
Number of Programs Offered
9
9
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Merkaz Bnos-Business School has declined by 34% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Merkaz Bnos-Business School diversity score of 0.58 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 54% over five years.
Total Enrollment
110 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
110 students
528 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
154 students
401 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
110 students
511 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
11%
n/a
% Asian
53%
8%
% White
35%
37%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
89%
35%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$22,300
$34,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
89%
Acceptance Rate
82%
78%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Merkaz Bnos-Business School?
The acceptance rate of Merkaz Bnos-Business School is 82%, which is higher than the state average of 78%.
What is Merkaz Bnos-Business School's ranking?
Merkaz Bnos-Business School ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Most Programs Offered.
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