CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice

5/10 Overall Rating
4 Year
New York, NY
5.0 1 review

#26 Best Public Universities in New York

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Overview

Total enrollment

13,763

Location New York, New York
Website cuny.edu
Type Public 4 Year
Setting Large City

Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Located in Midtown Manhattan, John Jay College of Criminal Justice is part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system and specializes in criminal justice, forensic science, and public service education. The urban campus consists of two main buildings on 59th Street near Columbus Circle, with the newer building featuring modern glass architecture and state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. Established in 1964 to educate police officers, the college has evolved into a comprehensive liberal arts institution while maintaining its focus on justice-related disciplines. The college is recognized for its programs in forensic psychology, criminology, and forensic science, attracting students interested in law enforcement, legal studies, and public safety careers. While primarily a commuter school serving the New York City metropolitan area, the college maintains partnerships with various law enforcement agencies and criminal justice organizations for internships and career placement.

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Ratings

John Jay is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10.

Overall Rating

5 out of 10
Academics

6 out of 10
Resources

6 out of 10
Outcomes

5 out of 10
Value

7 out of 10

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Rankings

Rankings for CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Moderate

SAT (enrolled mid-50) 930/1220
GPA 3.24

Acceptance Rate

57.1%

Applications Due -
Enrollment Rate 19.4%
Application Fee $65

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Annual Cost to Attend

New York Resident Tuition

$7,470

Out of State Resident Tuition

$15,420

Breakdown

Tuition $7,470
Books and Supplies $1,500
Other Fees $540
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $22,260
Budget for Other Expenses $6,216
Total One Year Cost $37,986

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$47,900 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

39% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice are Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, Psychology, and Social Sciences. 54% of students major in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, 18% in Psychology, and 15% in Social Sciences.