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CUNY Queens College

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

#3417
Nationally
#243
In New York
69%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$6,930
In-State Tuition
per year
60%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
13,998
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
45/100
Average
#3417 nationally
#243 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes60
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity18
πŸ“šAcademic Environment19
πŸ”¬Program Breadth78

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

CUNY Queens College is a public four-year university located in Queens, New York. With 13,998 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 69%, 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 60%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate69%Near avg
National avg: 70%
20,800
Applied
14,252
Admitted
2,082
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading540 – 660
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math560 – 660
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$6,930/yr
In-State Fees$608/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$14,880/yr
Room & Board$17,964/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$25,502/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$33,452/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$6,930↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate60%↓ 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
13,998
Total Undergrads
51% F / 49% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 20%
Hispanic 29%
Black 9%
Asian 32%
Two or more 3%
International 6%
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·Room and board costs ($17,964/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
LocationQueens, New York
SettingCity: Large
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#243
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#3417
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.