Central Yeshiva Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitz

Life here orbits around text study and religious observance. With 810 undergraduates (College-Find), the Brooklyn campus blends yeshiva rigor with neighborhood immersion—think study blocks punctuated by local kosher eateries. Housing details are sparse, but the vibe is "inclusive" and culturally immersive (Amber Student). Demographically, it’s overwhelmingly male and Orthodox, with little emphasis on traditional collegiate socializing.

Graduation rates are low by conventional standards: 39% within eight years (MoneyEd), though College Droid reports a stark 17.7% rate. Earnings data is opaque, but College Factual notes salaries vary widely by major—unsurprising for a school where most graduates pursue rabbinical roles or further religious study. Retention metrics are not publicly highlighted.

Sticker price hits $29,697/year (Kolly AI), but the net price?Net priceWhat a family actually pays after grants and scholarships are subtracted from the sticker price — usually far less than the published cost. averages $7,988 after aid (College Factual)—well below the national average. Institutional grants average $8,047 (College Raptor), and the school offers a Net Price Calculator for personalized estimates (CYTTL.edu). Tuition is listed at $14,744 elsewhere (CollegeData), suggesting variability based on religious scholarships or community subsidies.

This isn’t just a yeshiva—it’s the flagship institution of Chabad-Lubavitch, producing rabbis and scholars steeped in Hasidic tradition. The no-frills approach (no SATs, no dorms, no secular majors) appeals to a specific cohort. Its Brooklyn location places students at the heart of a global Jewish hub, though the academic experience is more Talmudic boot camp than liberal arts college.