Cheapest Health/Medical Preparatory Programs Colleges in New York

Utica University delivers the state's most affordable health and medical preparatory education at just $21,869 net cost, while Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute achieves an 83.2% graduation rate despite charging $33,139. New York's massive healthcare sector, anchored by Columbia Presbyterian and Mount Sinai health systems, creates strong opportunities for pre-med students. The $13,260 gap between cheapest and most expensive options reflects varying institutional resources and student support levels.

Programs

$21,869 – $35,129

Net Price Range

68.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Health/Medical Preparatory Programs Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Utica University Utica, New York	$21,869	$24,308	55.5%	80.9%
2	Nazareth University Rochester, New York	$30,521	$40,880	72.9%	83.9%
3	Pace University New York, New York	$31,046	$51,424	61.4%	82.9%
4	Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, New York	$31,771	$63,612	72.7%	46.1%
5	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, New York	$33,139	$61,884	83.2%	64.5%
6	Hofstra University Hempstead, New York	$35,129	$55,450	67.1%	69.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Utica University's health preparatory program so affordable compared to other New York schools?

Utica University offers the lowest net cost at $21,869, nearly $10,000 less than the next cheapest option. The school maintains an 80.9% acceptance rate while keeping educational costs manageable for pre-health students.

How do graduation rates vary among New York's most affordable health preparatory programs?

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute leads with an 83.2% graduation rate, followed closely by Bard College at 72.7% and Nazareth University at 72.9%. Utica University, despite being the most affordable, has a 55.5% graduation rate.

Does attending a more expensive program guarantee better admission rates to medical school?

The data shows no clear correlation between program cost and acceptance rates. Pace University charges $31,046 but accepts 82.9% of applicants, while Bard College costs similar amounts but maintains a more selective 46.1% acceptance rate.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.