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Monroe Community College vs SUNY Polytechnic Institute

BSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Monroe Community College
$5,856 vs $8,578

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Monroe Community College
Bachelor's in Nursing
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationBronx, NYUtica, NY
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate78.4%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$5,856 in / $10,756 outBEST$8,578 in / $20,228 out
In-state tuition$5,856BEST$8,578
Out-of-state tuition$10,756BEST$20,228
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Monroe Community College or SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

Monroe Community College is the more affordable option at roughly $5,856, compared to $8,578. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Monroe Community College and SUNY Polytechnic Institute the same type of program?

Both are BSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Monroe Community College and SUNY Polytechnic Institute?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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