Quick Summary
City University of New York, in New York City, United States, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1961. The institution enrolls approximately 225000 students, with 15% being international. Known for strengths in Public Policy, Psychology, Mathematics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 51%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines academic excellence with unmatched affordability in the heart of New York City.
Subject Strengths
Public PolicyPsychologyMathematicsSociologySocial SciencesPerforming Arts
Founded1961
TypePublic
Total Students225000
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio14
CampusUrban
Campus SizeMultiple across 5 boroughs
Affiliated HospitalsMount Sinai Health System, NYC Health + Hospitals
AccreditationMiddle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
Not Available
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401–500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Advanced Certificates, Professional Doctorates
Programs
Over 30 doctoral programs offered primarily through the CUNY Graduate Center
PhD Programs
CUNY Online offers various fully remote degree and certificate programs
Online Programs
Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC), Center for Urban Research, CUNY Institute for Sustainable Cities
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate51%
IELTS6
TOEFL61
Min GPA3
GREOptional (program specific)
GMATRequired for specific Business Master programs
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · September 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on your personal statement to demonstrate your commitment to urban education; apply by priority deadlines for financial aid.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$18,600/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$25,000/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$22,000/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$44,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableExcelsior Scholarship, Macaulay Honors College Scholarship, Guttman Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidFederal Pell Grants, TAP (New York State), Federal Work-Study
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Advanced Certificates, Professional Doctorates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Accounting | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Criminal Justice | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with NYC finance, tech, and media sectors
Industry Connections
Goldman SachsGoogleNew York TimesNYC Department of Education
Notable Alumni
Colin Powell, Bernie Sanders, Jerry Seinfeld, Jonas Salk, Shirley Chisholm
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Available at select senior colleges and apartments
Sports Facilities
Natatoriums, fitness centers, tennis courts, and athletic fields across various colleges
Student Clubs
Over 1000 student organizations system-wide
Library Resources
CUNY Library System with over 6 million volumes and digital archives
Exchange Programs
Global Exchange and Study Abroad programs across 50+ countries
Summer Programs
Available