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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.cuny.eduUKQS #150 World📊 Live dataPartial catalogue
City University Of New York
City University of New York (CUNY) is a public university system in New York City, consisting of 25 senior colleges and seven graduate schools. It is the largest public university system in the United States, with a diverse student body and a wide range of academic programs. CUNY is known for its strong commitment to social justice, community engagement, and the advancement of knowledge. The university system offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs, as well as continuing education and workforce development opportunities. CUNY is also home to several world-renowned research centers and institutions, including the CUNY Graduate Center, the CUNY School of Professional Studies, and the CUNY Institute for Software Design and Development.
Last full enrichment: 7 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
QS #150 · 2023US News #180 · 2023Times #200 · 2023NIRF #5 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, multiple campuses across New York City
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
10/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
86% placement rate
Popular fields
BiologyMathematicsPsychologyHistoryBusiness AdministrationPublic AdministrationEnvironmental ScienceComputer Science
Top Recruiters
PwCEYKPMGAccentureBarclays
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Student Life
250,000 students (100,000 international)
Campus: Urban, multiple campuses across New York City
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
LibrariesSports FacilitiesResearch CentersStudent HousingCafeterias
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 50%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Sep–Jan for Sept intake; rolling for many PG programs
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 50%
💡Latest cutoff: TOEFL iBT 79
💡Typical apply window for United Kingdom: Sep–Jan for Sept intake; rolling for many PG programs