CUNY Lehman College
About CUNY Lehman College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Lehman College is a public senior college in the Bronx, New York, part of the CUNY system. It serves a diverse student body with programs in nursing, education, business, and the sciences.
Founded
1968
Location
Bronx, New York
Students
12,403
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
56.6%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
51.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,410
Out-of-state: $15,360
Avg Net Price
$3,148
After financial aid
SAT Average
970
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$58,013
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
56.6 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$65
Early
N/A
Deadline
Feb 1
CUNY Lehman College accepts 56.6% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
970/ 1600
ACT Scores
19/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
51.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
73.1%
4-Year Grad
28%
6-Year Grad
53%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
38%
$/Student
$15.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 28% graduation rate is below average, but 73.1% 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
$7,410
In-State
$15,360
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,121
After Financial Aid
$3,148
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$1,589
Receive Grants
59.9%
Take Loans
11.7%
Don't let the $7,410 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $3,148 after financial aid, a 58% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $1,589.
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 Lehman College fund their education.
While in School
59.9%
Get Grants
Free money
11.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$17,797
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,950
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$116/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,950, 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 Lehman College.
Gender
65%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,696
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,707
Graduates
51.9%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
32.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 51.9% 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
10,696
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
CUNY Lehman College fields 8 varsity teams with 246 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
CUNYAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
246
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
129
Men
117
Women
6
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 Lehman Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$58,013
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$37K
332 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
279 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$42K
197 grads
1yr Earnings
Sociology
$43K
158 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$102K
145 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$44K
144 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $51K six years out, growing to $58K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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