CUNY Hunter College
About CUNY Hunter College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hunter College is a public college on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, part of the CUNY system. It is one of the largest colleges in New York and offers strong programs in nursing, education, social work, and the arts.
Founded
1870
Location
New York, New York
Students
21,800
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
53.8%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
56.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,382
Out-of-state: $15,332
Avg Net Price
$2,984
After financial aid
SAT Average
1280
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$63,163
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
53.8 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$65
Early
N/A
Deadline
Feb 1
CUNY Hunter College accepts 53.8% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1280/ 1600
ACT Scores
28/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
56.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.7%
4-Year Grad
31%
6-Year Grad
58%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
29.2%
$/Student
$11.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 31% graduation rate is below average, but 77.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,382
In-State
$15,332
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,832
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,905
After Financial Aid
$2,984
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$1,029
Receive Grants
55.9%
Take Loans
6.7%
Don't let the $7,382 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $2,984 after financial aid, a 60% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $1,029.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at CUNY Hunter College fund their education.
While in School
55.9%
Get Grants
Free money
6.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,326
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends CUNY Hunter College.
Gender
65.9%
Female
34%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
16,289
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
5,511
Graduates
46.9%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
13.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 46.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
16,289
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
CUNY Hunter College fields 9 varsity teams with 324 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
CUNYAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
324
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
167
Men
157
Women
7
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of CUNY Hunter Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$63,163
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$32K
641 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Biology
$32K
401 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$77K
292 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$30K
194 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$104K
176 grads
1yr Earnings
Sociology
$30K
175 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $50K at six years, $46K at eight, and $63K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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