C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
21/100 · earnings-weighted

CUNY Medgar Evers College

4-Year Public
📍 Brooklyn, New York 11225
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 22%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
A
87/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
C
48/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,846
Total Enrollment
22%
Graduation Rate
52%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
$6,207
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near CUNY Medgar Evers College ▼

5% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$1,162,315
Avg Monthly Rent
$3,474
1-Year Change
+5.3%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at CUNY Medgar Evers College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$46,498
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,538
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,988
Median debt at graduation
19.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
920
Average SAT
56.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 24% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 13th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at CUNY Medgar Evers College

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$115,779$125,792+41%#15 of 966#14—
Special Education and Teaching$49,413$66,377+31%#7 of 177#12$5,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$37,808$61,987+17%#70 of 476#113$11,899
Accounting and Related Services$33,205$61,799-19%#680 of 796#738$13,000
Social Work$44,311$60,755+17%#36 of 420#66$10,750
English Language and Literature—$59,650+23%#59 of 576#73—
Psychology$39,868$56,458+11%#192 of 1027#283$9,460
Biology$39,810$56,157-2%#483 of 841#601$11,000
Public Administration$43,317$53,849-17%#42 of 47#42$17,625
Business/Commerce$37,978$53,503-22%#242 of 271#257$10,569
Business Administration, Management and Operations$43,914$52,798-23%#1022 of 1176#1108—
Information Science/Studies—$45,267-47%#148 of 148#148—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The CUNY Medgar Evers College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,162,315
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,474/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 11212 (3.2% cap, New York)

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🏆 Where CUNY Medgar Evers College Ranks

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

#18
Physical Sciences, General
of 30 schools
#21
Teacher Assistant/Aide
of 26 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,930 $14,880

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
80%
Receive Pell Grants
6%
Take Out Loans
$6,207
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,741
$30,001 - $48,000$5,532
$48,001 - $75,000$9,533
$75,001 - $110,000$10,791
$110,001+$13,680

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Physical Sciences, General 111 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 80 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 78 grads/yr Psychology, General 77 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 55 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 46 grads/yr Social Work 40 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 37 grads/yr Teacher Assistant/Aide 28 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs 18 grads/yr Public Administration 17 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 16 grads/yr Accounting 15 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 14 grads/yr Computer Science 13 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 7 grads/yr Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General 7 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs 6 grads/yr Business/Managerial Economics 5 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Biological scientists, all other
$93k/yr 63,700 jobs
Life scientists, all other
$88k/yr 7,800 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr 66,000 jobs
Forensic science technicians
$67k/yr 20,700 jobs
Biological technicians
$52k/yr 82,700 jobs

Student Demographics

3,846
Total Students
68%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
5%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 2%
Hispanic 17%
Black 72%
Asian 3%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 5%
With Family 95%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~200 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 40%
Hybrid (Some Online) 44%
Fully Online 15%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at CUNY Medgar Evers College?
CUNY Medgar Evers College has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend CUNY Medgar Evers College?
Tuition at CUNY Medgar Evers 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 $6,207.
What is the graduation rate at CUNY Medgar Evers College?
The graduation rate at CUNY Medgar Evers College is 22%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is CUNY Medgar Evers College a good school?
CUNY Medgar Evers College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend CUNY Medgar Evers College?
CUNY Medgar Evers College has a total enrollment of 3,846 students.
Is there rental demand near CUNY Medgar Evers College?
Yes! Approximately 5% of students at CUNY Medgar Evers College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 200 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology