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CUNY York College

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

#4081
Nationally
#300
In New York
59%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$6,930
In-State Tuition
per year
30%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
5,906
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
37/100
Below Average
#4081 nationally
#300 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes30
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity30
πŸ“šAcademic Environment14
πŸ”¬Program Breadth71

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

CUNY York College is a public four-year university located in Jamaica, New York. With 5,906 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 59%, 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 30%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate59%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
14,236
Applied
8,459
Admitted
684
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading500 – 600
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math490 – 610
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$6,930/yr
In-State Fees$428/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$14,880/yr
Room & Board$1,500/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$8,858/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$16,808/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$6,930↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate30%↓ 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
5,906
Total Undergrads
64% F / 36% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 5%
Hispanic 25%
Black 40%
Asian 23%
Two or more 2%
International 3%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($6,930/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,500/yr
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 30% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
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
LocationJamaica, New York
SettingCity: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#300
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#4081
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.