Queens College Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 64.35%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1120. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,538
- Out-of-State Tuition: $15,488
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Queens College:
- Total Enrollment: 15,965, including 926 online students
- 13,464 Undergraduate, 2,501 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 46.2% men, 53.8% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 53%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 22%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 79%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 222 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 6 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 78 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's.
Queens College Overview
CUNY Queens College (Queens College) is a four-year, public school located in Queens, NY. CUNY Queens 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 Queens College's tuition & fees is $7,538 for New York residents and $15,488 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 62% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,326.
The school has a total enrollment of 15,965 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
Queens College's acceptance rate is 64.35% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.26%. The median SAT score is 1120.
Queens College ranked 77th in New York Colleges rankings. CUNY Queens 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 Queens College is $7,538 for in-state students and $15,488 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,612 for in-state students and $21,042 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,538 for New York residents and $15,488 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,612 for New York residents and $21,042 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,538 | $15,488 |
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| Graduate | $11,612 | $21,042 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,538 | $15,488 |
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| Graduate | $11,612 | $21,042 |
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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 Queens College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Queens College
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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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 | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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