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Queens College, established in 1937, occupies a sprawling 80-acre campus in Flushing, Queens, located approximately 45 minutes from Manhattan via public transit. The campus features a mix of Gothic and modern architecture, anchored by the historic Jefferson Hall, and serves primarily as a commuter institution within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. As one of CUNY's senior colleges, Queens College maintains selective admission standards and offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular strength in education, music, computer science, and the liberal arts. The Aaron Copland School of Music, housed on campus, stands as one of the institution's most distinguished programs, while the college's location in one of New York City's most diverse boroughs provides students with unique cultural and professional opportunities.
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Queens College is rated within the top 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for CUNY Queens College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#348 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#94 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#51 in Best Colleges in New York
#14 in Best Public Colleges in New York
#207 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#24 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1100/1320 |
| 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 | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $608 |
| Room and Board | $16,464 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,834 |
| Total One Year Cost | $29,336 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $608 |
| Room and Board | $16,464 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,834 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,286 |
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.
Last updated February 24, 2025