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Molloy College

Rockville Centre, NY 4 year Private
Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system 4-1-4
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 323
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 10 to 1
Acceptance rate 79%
Students retention rate 83%
On-time graduation rate 70%

Located in Rockville Centre, New York, Molloy College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 79% indicates that Molloy College is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Molloy College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 10-to-1, Molloy College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Molloy College boasts an impressive student retention rate of 83% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 75% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

79.3%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$34,310

Cost of attendance at Molloy College in 2022 for students from New York.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New York's average $8,212
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$34,310

Cost of attendance at Molloy College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New York's average $17,724
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 96 of freshman students at Molloy College received on average $19,937 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$19,937
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 157 29% $4,822 $757,068
Other Federal Grant 191 35% $6,623 $1,264,959
State Grant/Scholarships 159 29% $3,028 $481,404
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 521 96% $16,661 $8,680,593
Total Grant & Scholarships 523 96% $19,937 $10,426,956

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Molloy College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Molloy College students is 70.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 72.1%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 65.2%.

70.1%

  • asian 84.4% 27 students
  • African American 44.4% 20 students
  • white 74.2% 247 students
  • unknown 60.0% 9 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 3 students
  • hispanic 65.6% 63 students
  • Mixed Race 80.0% 4 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball East Coast Conference
  • Basketball East Coast Conference
  • Track and Cross Country East Coast Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Molloy College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Molloy College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Navy

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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