CUNY Graduate School and University Center is a public 4-year college in New York, New York with 3,254 undergraduates. It admits 69% of applicants and costs an average of $4,766 a year after grants.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
CUNY Graduate School and University Center acceptance rate and admissions
CUNY Graduate School and University Center admitted 69% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
CUNY Graduate School and University Center tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $7,235 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $15,185 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $11,928 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $4,766 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $4,766 a year after grants and scholarships, $7,162 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
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CUNY Graduate School and University Center graduation rate, earnings and debt
- Former students earned a median of $69,504 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $12,594 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 18% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
CUNY Graduate School and University Center majors and what graduates earn
CUNY Graduate School and University Center awarded bachelor's degrees in 15 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($116,969).
All 15 majors at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 137 | $116,825 | $116,969 | $8,375 |
| Information science | 111 | $68,476 | $94,412 | $9,500 |
| Business | 70 | $68,511 | $83,561 | $16,800 |
| Health administration | 31 | $61,698 | $81,184 | $15,460 |
| Communication | 60 | $65,607 | $72,564 | $12,500 |
| Psychology | 92 | $51,486 | $64,619 | $12,024 |
| Public health | 101 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 59 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physical Sciences, General | 44 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | 31 | $62,923 | n/a | n/a |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 29 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 15 | $53,911 | n/a | $15,500 |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
78 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 78 graduate programs
Trade and career programs at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,254 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 73% women, 28% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at CUNY Graduate School and University Center?
CUNY Graduate School and University Center admitted 69% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does CUNY Graduate School and University Center cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,235 for in-state students and $15,185 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $4,766 a year in 2024-25.
Is CUNY Graduate School and University Center test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, CUNY Graduate School and University Center reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
How much do CUNY Graduate School and University Center graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $69,504 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.