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| Location | Rockville Centre, New York |
| Online | molloy.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Molloy College, located in the suburban village of Rockville Centre on Long Island, sits approximately 25 miles east of New York City. The private Catholic institution, founded by the Dominican Sisters of Amityville in 1955, operates from a 50-acre main campus featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the Barbara H. Hagan School of Nursing and the Public Square student center. The college's academic offerings focus heavily on nursing, business, education, and social work programs, with nursing being particularly well-regarded in the region. Molloy maintains a residential program with three campus dormitories, though many students commute from nearby Long Island communities. The institution competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Molloy Lions, primarily participating in the East Coast Conference.
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Molloy College is rated within the top 33% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Molloy College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#241 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#182 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#37 in Best Colleges in New York
#32 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#344 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#43 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1080/1310 |
| ACT | 24/29 |
| GPA | 3.2 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,560 |
| Room and Board | $17,760 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,680 |
| Total One Year Cost | $59,280 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 52% |
| Education | 14% |
| Business | 7% |
| Human Services | 5% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 4% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025