Colleges Near Poughkeepsie

Colleges and universities near me in the Poughkeepsie, New York area

There are 3 colleges in Poughkeepsie and 44 colleges within 50 miles enrolling a total of 143,975 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in New York with a population of 32,736, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Poughkeepsie. Driving time to these schools from Poughkeepsie should be less than 1 hours. The top rated college in the area is Vassar College which is ranked #46 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Post University enrolling 21,699 students. In terms of affordability, Naugatuck Valley Community College in Waterbury offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $4,176 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Poughkeepsie.
Poughkeepsie, NY within 50 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Norwalk Community College
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Norwalk, CT
 

Norwalk Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 4,069enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

48 miles from Poughkeepsie

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Northwestern Connecticut Community College
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Winsted, CT
 

Northwestern Connecticut Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,149enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

47 miles from Poughkeepsie

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Sacred Heart University
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Fairfield, CT

Sacred Heart University

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

 

  • 11,179enrollment
  • $46,165net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA

48 miles from Poughkeepsie

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Manhattanville College
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Purchase, NY

Manhattanville College

Private 4 Year

25 reviews

#44 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,379enrollment
  • $25,017net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.19Avg GPA

47 miles from Poughkeepsie

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Mercy College
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Dobbs Ferry, NY

Mercy College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#58 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 8,774enrollment
  • $16,776net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 21-25ACT range
  • 3.19Avg GPA

47 miles from Poughkeepsie

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Ramapo College of New Jersey
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Mahwah, NJ

Ramapo College of New Jersey

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#7 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 5,521enrollment
  • $17,348net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1270SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA

Applications Due Feb 1

49 miles from Poughkeepsie

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University of Connecticut Stamford
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Stamford, CT

University of Connecticut Stamford

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#5 Best Public Universities in Connecticut

  • 2,240enrollment
  • $13,150net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 960-1230SAT range
  • 16-25ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

48 miles from Poughkeepsie

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University of Phoenix Fairfield County Campus
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Norwalk, CT
 

University of Phoenix Fairfield County Campus

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 2enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

48 miles from Poughkeepsie

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Dutchess Community College and is 2.3 miles from Poughkeepsie. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Dutchess Community College are $5,346 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Dutchess Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.