B+

Very Good

Score: 72/100

CUNY City College

4-Year Public

📍 New York, New York 10031

🌐 www.ccny.cuny.edu/

Outcomes

71/100

Affordability

87/100

Resources

68/100

Experience

85/100

Prestige

C+

53/100

Quick Stats

15,012

Total Enrollment

55%

Graduation Rate

79%

Retention Rate

14.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

58%

Acceptance Rate

$4,599

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near CUNY City College ▼

0% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 15 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$554,814

Avg Monthly Rent

$3,123

1-Year Change

+2.0%

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Avg home value near campus: $554,814
Avg rent near campus: $3,123/mo — vs ~$1,547/mo campus room rate

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🏆 Where CUNY City College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇

Bilingual and Multilingual Education

of 9 schools

🥇

Education/Teaching of Individuals in Junior High/Middle School Special Education Programs

of 1 schools

🥈

Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

of 21 schools

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

of 100 schools

#12

Communication, General

of 100 schools

#13

Fine/Studio Arts, General

of 100 schools

#14

Biomedical Sciences, General

of 100 schools

#25

Psychology, General

of 100 schools

#28

Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology

of 88 schools

#29

Economics, General

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$6,930	$14,880
Room	$13,920
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$30,778	$38,728

Financial Aid

91%

Receive Any Aid

71%

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

$4,599

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$1,579
$30,001 - $48,000	$3,087
$48,001 - $75,000	$7,188
$75,001 - $110,000	$9,487
$110,001+	$11,887

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Psychology, General 455 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 125 grads/yr Economics, General 117 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 103 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 97 grads/yr Electrical and Electronics Engineering 90 grads/yr Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology 90 grads/yr Computer Science 89 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 86 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 77 grads/yr Biomedical Sciences, General 74 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs 74 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 72 grads/yr International Relations and Affairs 66 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 65 grads/yr Communication, General 64 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 62 grads/yr Medicine 57 grads/yr Bilingual and Multilingual Education 55 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Junior High/Middle School Special Education Programs 54 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from CUNY City College's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Psychologists, all other

$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Industrial-organizational psychologists

$110k/yr 5,600 jobs

Clinical and counseling psychologists

$96k/yr 76,300 jobs

Psychology teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 52,500 jobs

Social science research assistants

$58k/yr 40,600 jobs

Natural sciences managers

$161k/yr 104,300 jobs

Biological scientists, all other

$93k/yr 63,700 jobs

Student Demographics

15,012

Total Students

53%

Women

77%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 15%

Hispanic 39%

Black 16%

Asian 22%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 4%

Off-Campus (Renters) 0%

With Family 96%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~15 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 56%

Hybrid (Some Online) 38%

Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 77%

25-64 (Adult) 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at CUNY City College?

CUNY City College has an acceptance rate of 58%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend CUNY City College?

Tuition at CUNY City College is $6,930 for in-state students and $14,880 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,599.

What is the graduation rate at CUNY City College?

The graduation rate at CUNY City College is 55%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is CUNY City College a good school?

CUNY City College has a Repit College Score of 72/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend CUNY City College?

CUNY City College has a total enrollment of 15,012 students. Most students (77%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near CUNY City College?

Yes! Approximately 0% of students at CUNY City College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 15 students who need rental housing near campus.

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