Hunter College Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 53.80%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1280. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,382
- Out-of-State Tuition: $15,332
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Hunter College:
- Total Enrollment: 22,538, including 735 online students
- 17,027 Undergraduate, 5,511 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 32.5% men, 67.5% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 57%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 27%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 78%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 270 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 2 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 117 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Hunter College Overview
CUNY Hunter College (Hunter College) is a four-year, public school located in New York, NY. CUNY Hunter College was newly upgraded to an R2 University from a Master's College and University (larger programs)
in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The Hunter College's tuition & fees is $7,382 for New York residents and $15,332 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 70% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,090.
The school has a total enrollment of 22,538 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
Hunter College's acceptance rate is 53.80% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 16.69%. The median SAT score is 1280.
Hunter College ranked 82nd in New York Colleges rankings. CUNY Hunter College is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of CUNY Hunter College is $7,382 for in-state students and $15,332 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,398 for in-state students and $20,828 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,382 for New York residents and $15,332 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,398 for New York residents and $20,828 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,382 | $15,332 |
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| Graduate | $11,398 | $20,828 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,382 | $15,332 |
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| Graduate | $11,398 | $20,828 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
CUNY Hunter College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Hunter College
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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