CUNY York College
About CUNY York College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
York College is a public senior college in Jamaica, Queens, part of the CUNY system. It offers programs in aviation management, nursing, business, and the sciences, and serves a diverse student population from southeastern Queens.
Founded
1966
Location
Jamaica, New York
Students
4,602
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
64.1%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
32.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,358
Out-of-state: $15,308
Avg Net Price
$4,456
After financial aid
SAT Average
880
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$56,945
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
64.1 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$65
Early
N/A
Deadline
Feb 1
CUNY York College accepts 64.1% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
880/ 1600
ACT Scores
18/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
32.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
57.4%
4-Year Grad
9%
6-Year Grad
33%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
35.6%
$/Student
$16.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 9% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,358
In-State
$15,308
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
$14,330
After Financial Aid
$4,456
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,861
Receive Grants
40.1%
Take Loans
6.2%
Tuition is $7,358/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,456.
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 York College fund their education.
While in School
40.1%
Get Grants
Free money
6.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,735
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 York College.
Gender
64.7%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,345
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
257
Graduates
49.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
23.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 49.6% 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
4,345
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
CUNY York College fields 8 varsity teams with 186 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
CUNYAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
186
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
99
Men
87
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of CUNY York Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,945
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$40K
212 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$39K
114 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$114K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$50K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$45K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $46K six years out, growing to $57K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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