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CUNY City College

New York, New York Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3078
Nationally
#212
In New York
58%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$6,930
In-State Tuition
per year
55%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
12,356
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
47/100
Average
#3078 nationally
#212 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes55
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity31
πŸ“šAcademic Environment25
πŸ”¬Program Breadth77

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

CUNY City College is a public four-year university located in New York, New York. With 12,356 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 58%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $6,930 per year ($14,880 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 55%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate58%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
31,988
Applied
18,576
Admitted
2,666
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading610 – 710
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math610 – 750
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$6,930/yr
In-State Fees$410/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$14,880/yr
Room & Board$19,604/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$26,944/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$34,894/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$6,930↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate55%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
12,356
Total Undergrads
51% F / 49% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 12%
Hispanic 41%
Black 15%
Asian 24%
Two or more 3%
International 4%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($6,930/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Strong academic profile: SAT Math 25th percentile is 610
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Room and board costs ($19,604/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationNew York, New York
SettingCity: Large
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#212
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#3078
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.