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CUNY Queens College, established in 1937 and located in Flushing, New York, is a public institution that embodies a liberal arts ethos within a diverse urban environment. The college, part of the City University of New York system, sits on an 80-acre campus approximately seven miles from Manhattan, featuring a mix of modern and classic architecture, including the iconic Rosenthal Library. Queens College offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs with particular strengths in education, liberal arts, and the social sciences. While the college presents a moderately selective admissions process, it maintains a commitment to accessibility. Students have the option to live on campus in The Summit, Queens College's residence hall. Notably, the college is recognized for the Godwin-Ternbach Museum and Kupferberg Center for the Visual and Performing Arts, enhancing its cultural offerings to both students and the broader community.
In the most recent statistical year 22,324 prospective students applied, and 15,510 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,334 enrolled in the school. 10,891 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,110 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $6,930 plus fees of $608. Queens College is ranked 409 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Queens College is rated within the top 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for CUNY Queens College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#409 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#118 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#57 in Best Colleges in New York
#17 in Best Public Colleges in New York
#314 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#36 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1040/1190 |
| ACT | 22/27 |
| GPA | 3.0 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New York Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,364 |
| Other Fees | $608 |
| Room and Board | $15,546 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,904 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,352 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,364 |
| Other Fees | $608 |
| Room and Board | $15,546 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,904 |
| Total One Year Cost | $38,302 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 27% |
| Business | 17% |
| Psychology | 14% |
| English and Literature | 6% |
| Education | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=190664 IPEDS survey data for CUNY Queens College.
Current students may use the CUNY Queens College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.