Queens, NY

CUNY Queens College

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
CUNY Queens College is a four-year, public school located in Queens, NY.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
CUNY Queens College is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

64% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 22,189 applied, 14,278 accepted, and 1,751 enrolled in Queens College.
865 men and 850 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

1,120 SAT Scores

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,120. The SAT score of 1120 is average, 59 to 67 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total101011201290
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing500560650
Math510560640

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $7,538 for New York residents and $15,488 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $11,612 for New York residents and $21,042 for others.
Tuition has not increased and remains the same as last year at CUNY Queens College.

Financial Aid

8,965 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $7,895.
For freshmen, 1,858 students (83%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,904.

Student Population

A total of 15,965 students enrolled Queens College in 2025.
By gender, 7,381 men and 8,584 women students are enrolled.
There are 13,464 undergraduate and 2,501 graduate students.

222 Major Programs

  • 6 programs through online
  • 78 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Queens College is 53% and the transfer-out rate is 22%.
The retention rate is 79% for full-time and 79% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
53%
Transfer-out Rate
22%
Retention Rate
79%
Students to Faculty Ratio
13 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,322 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Queens College and the average faculty salary is $109,832. The studetns to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.
There are 2,447 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $82,518.
Number of Faculties
1,322
Average Faculty Salary
$109,832
Number of Staffs
2,447
Average Staff Salary
$82,518

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries