Mental Health Services at CUNY Hostos Community College

Bronx, NY · Public · Associate Degree · Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

a compact campus enrolling 4,883 students in Bronx, NY.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $38,336 at CUNY Hostos Community College come in 5% above the national median of $36,448 for Mental Health Services programs.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 49.0x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Mental Health Services programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Mental Health Services's career paths, with 30% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 22% gap from the optimistic case.

At #22 of 61 Mental Health Services programs, CUNY Hostos Community College scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

Earnings grow from $38,336 to $49,322 over five years — a 29% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Mental Health Services offers 5 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

63 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
58
Low End
63
Score
64
High End
Earnings $38,336/yr (5% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (70% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (200,600 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$517K
6.5% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
49.7x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
17 of 17
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$10,416
Out-of-state: $16,176
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$49,322
29% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Mental Health Services graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Genetic counselors $98,910 +9.3% 50%
Clinical and counseling psychologists $95,830 +11.2% 63%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Genetic counselors
$98,910
+9.3% growth 50% AI-proof
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$95,830
+11.2% growth 63% AI-proof

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Mental Health Services Career Guide

Mental Health Services opens doors to multiple career tracks. Our pillar guide covers every mapped occupation with salary data and AI resilience ratings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Mental Health Services at CUNY Hostos Community College?
At 63/100, CUNY Hostos Community College's Mental Health Services program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
Can I learn Mental Health Services through an apprenticeship instead of CUNY Hostos Community College?
Beyond CUNY Hostos Community College's classroom route, 5 registered apprenticeships map to Mental Health Services careers — including Behavioral Health Aide (Existing Title: Counselor). Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
How many job openings are there for Mental Health Services graduates?
The very large job market (200,600 annual openings) works in favor of Mental Health Services graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →