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CUNY Hunter College

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

#2257
Nationally
#147
In New York
54%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$6,930
In-State Tuition
per year
61%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
17,378
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
50/100
Good
#2257 nationally
#147 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes61
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity36
πŸ“šAcademic Environment25
πŸ”¬Program Breadth80

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

CUNY Hunter College is a public four-year university located in New York, New York. With 17,378 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 54%, 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 61%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate54%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
31,614
Applied
17,087
Admitted
3,175
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading610 – 710
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math600 – 760
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$6,930/yr
In-State Fees$452/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$14,880/yr
Room & Board$12,824/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$20,206/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$28,156/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$6,930↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate61%↓ 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
17,378
Total Undergrads
64% F / 36% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 19%
Hispanic 32%
Black 11%
Asian 30%
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“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
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
Size20,000+
State Ranking
#147
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#2257
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.