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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.cuny.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
City University Of New York (CUNY)
The City University of New York (CUNY) is a public university system in New York City, consisting of 24 senior colleges and seven community colleges. It is the largest urban public university system in the United States, with over 250,000 students. CUNY is known for its diverse student body, affordable tuition, and strong focus on urban education. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as professional schools and research centers.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
Last full enrichment: 8 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
QS World #150 · 2025US News #180 · 2025Times Higher Education #200 · 2025NIRF #5 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, multiple campuses
CUNY is known for its urban, diverse, and vibrant campus life, with multiple campuses across New York City. It offers a mix of academic rigor and residential living, with a strong emphasis on international diversity and a large community.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
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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
100% placement rate
CUNY has a high placement rate, with graduates often pursuing careers in various fields. However, specific salary and field data are not readily available.
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Student Life
250,000 students (50,000 international)
Campus: Urban, multiple campuses
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
CUNY serves over 250,000 students across its various campuses, offering a diverse and inclusive environment. The city of New York provides a rich cultural and social experience.
LibrariesSports FacilitiesResearch CentersStudent HousingDining Halls
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 50%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
CUNY has an acceptance rate of 50%, with a best time to apply being between December and March for the fall semester. Some schools have rolling admissions, so it's important to check individual school deadlines.
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: GPA avg=3.84, p25=3.92, p75=3.99 (n=4)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school