C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100

CUNY York College

4-Year Public
📍 Jamaica, New York 11451
Outcomes
C
53/100
Affordability
A
86/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
C+
59/100
Prestige
C
41/100

Quick Stats

6,161
Total Enrollment
30%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
59%
Acceptance Rate
$5,631
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near CUNY York College

3% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 160 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where CUNY York College Ranks

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

#12
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
of 22 schools
#26
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
of 33 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

87%
Receive Any Aid
70%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$5,631
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,267
$30,001 - $48,000$4,716
$48,001 - $75,000$8,080
$75,001 - $110,000$9,257
$110,001+$12,206

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 213 grads/yr Psychology, General 96 grads/yr Social Work 68 grads/yr Accounting 63 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 55 grads/yr Sociology, General 40 grads/yr Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 39 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 37 grads/yr Computer Science 36 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 36 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 36 grads/yr Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 29 grads/yr Public Health Education and Promotion 26 grads/yr Physician Assistant 25 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 21 grads/yr Pharmacology 19 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 19 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 18 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 15 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from CUNY York 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
Social and community service managers
$78k/yr 219,800 jobs
Social work teachers, postsecondary
$76k/yr 17,100 jobs

Student Demographics

6,161
Total Students
64%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
3%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 5%
Hispanic 25%
Black 40%
Asian 23%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 3%
With Family 97%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~160 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 59%
Hybrid (Some Online) 36%
Fully Online 5%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at CUNY York College?
CUNY York College has an acceptance rate of 59%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend CUNY York College?
Tuition at CUNY York 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 $5,631.
What is the graduation rate at CUNY York College?
The graduation rate at CUNY York College is 30%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is CUNY York College a good school?
CUNY York College has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend CUNY York College?
CUNY York College has a total enrollment of 6,161 students.
Is there rental demand near CUNY York College?
Yes! Approximately 3% of students at CUNY York College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 160 students who need rental housing near campus.

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