York College Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 64.10%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 880. Below average SAT scores, indicating a less competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $7,358
- Out-of-State Tuition: $15,308
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at York College:
- Total Enrollment: 6,174, including 354 online students
- 5,917 Undergraduate, 257 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 37.3% men, 62.7% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 32%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 39%. A significant portion of students transfer to other institutions.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 57%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 73 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 1 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 8 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's.
York College Overview
CUNY York College (York College) is a four-year, public school located in Jamaica, NY. It is classified as Master's College and University with smaller programs by Carnegie Classification
The York College's tuition & fees is $7,358 for New York residents and $15,308 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 50% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,992.
The school has a total enrollment of 6,174 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
York College's acceptance rate is 64.10% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 7.68%. The median SAT score is 880.
CUNY York 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 York College is $7,358 for in-state students and $15,308 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,518 for in-state students and $20,948 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,358 for New York residents and $15,308 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,518 for New York residents and $20,948 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,358 | $15,308 |
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| Graduate | $11,518 | $20,948 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $7,358 | $15,308 |
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| Graduate | $11,518 | $20,948 |
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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 York 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 York 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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