CUNY Graduate School and University Center
A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus and in-state New York residents. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $61,600 within 10 years.
About This School
CUNY Graduate School and University Center is a public institution located in New York, New York with approximately 3,254 undergraduate students enrolled. CUNY Graduate School and University Center has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 68%. In-state tuition is $7,235 per year. Typical graduates earn $61,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
The Graduate School and University Center of the City University of New York is a public research institution and postgraduate university in New York City. Formed in 1961 as Division of Graduate Studies at City University of New York, it was renamed to Graduate School and University Center in 1969. Serving as the principal doctorate-granting institution of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, CUNY Graduate Center is classified as "R1: Doctoral University–Very High Spending and Doctorate Production".
Worth considering if you're drawn to graduate-level academic culture and New York City access — graduates report median earnings of $61,600 ten years out, and the relatively low median debt of $9,800 suggests manageable financial outcomes. That said, the 39% acceptance rate means it's selective without being a sure thing, so apply with a strong application. Best suited for students who thrive in a research-intensive environment and want proximity to the professional opportunities a major city offers.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Financial Aid
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 29% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
What Each Major Actually Earns
Median earnings four years after graduation, by major, next to the national median for that same major at every college. The school-wide average hides this: at most schools the spread between the best- and worst-paying majors is far wider than the gap between schools.
CUNY Graduate School and University Center graduates earn most above the national rate in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing ($116,969 vs $88,910 nationally).
| Major | Grads | Here | National | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 182 | $116,969 | $88,910 | +$28,059 |
| Business/Commerce, General | 87 | $83,561 | $68,407 | +$15,154 |
| Information Science/Studies | 81 | $94,412 | $85,294 | +$9,118 |
| Psychology, General | 72 | $64,619 | $50,706 | +$13,913 |
| Communication and Media Studies | 44 | $72,564 | $56,359 | +$16,205 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 34 | $81,184 | $58,716 | +$22,468 |
U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard field-of-study data. Median earnings of graduates working and not enrolled four years after completing a bachelor's degreehere. Majors with too few graduates to report are omitted for privacy, so this is not the school's full program list.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,254 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
CUNY Graduate School and University Center
365 Fifth Ave
New York, NY 10016
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at CUNY Graduate School and University Center?
CUNY Graduate School and University Center has an acceptance rate of 68%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is CUNY Graduate School and University Center hard to get into?
CUNY Graduate School and University Center is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of 68%. Solid grades and a complete application give most applicants a real shot.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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