Lehman College Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 56.58%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 970. Below average SAT scores, indicating a less competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,410
- Out-of-State Tuition: $15,360
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Lehman College:
- Total Enrollment: 13,324, including 3,198 online students
- 11,617 Undergraduate, 1,707 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 34.1% men, 65.9% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 51%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 21%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 73%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 180 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 9 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 54 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Lehman College Overview
CUNY Lehman College (Lehman College) is a four-year, public school located in Bronx, NY. CUNY Lehman College was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Master's College and University (larger programs)) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The Lehman College's tuition & fees is $7,410 for New York residents and $15,360 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 73% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,380.
The school has a total enrollment of 13,324 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
Lehman College's acceptance rate is 56.58% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.22%. The median SAT score is 970.
Lehman College ranked 79th in New York Colleges rankings. CUNY Lehman 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 Lehman College is $7,410 for in-state students and $15,360 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,570 for in-state students and $21,000 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,410 for New York residents and $15,360 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,570 for New York residents and $21,000 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,410 | $15,360 |
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| Graduate | $11,570 | $21,000 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,410 | $15,360 |
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| Graduate | $11,570 | $21,000 |
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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 Lehman College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Lehman College
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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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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