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Hunter College CUNY

New York, NY

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Public

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University

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Website

Hunter College, located in the vibrant heart of New York City, is a beacon of academic excellence and cultural diversity. As part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, it offers a unique blend of rigorous education and rich urban experiences.
22,538
Students
53%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
17,027
Classification
University
Type
Public
Religious Affiliation
None
Website
hunter.cuny.edu
Founded in 1870, Hunter College has a long-standing tradition of fostering intellectual growth and social mobility. Students at Hunter enjoy access to a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various disciplines. The college is particularly renowned for its strong programs in the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Beyond academics, Hunter's students benefit from its prime location, which offers numerous cultural, professional, and social opportunities. The college's commitment to inclusivity and social justice is evident in its diverse student body and wide-ranging community engagement initiatives.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Hunter College CUNY?

53% acceptance rate
Somewhat Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
3.54
Application Deadlines
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors Hunter College CUNY considers when admitting students are:

  • Unknown

Financials

See what it costs to attend Hunter College CUNY.

$ 7,380
In-state list price
$ 19,050
Out-of-state list price
$ 4,127
Average net price
$ 7,380
Merit Price™
Stingy
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Hunter College CUNY?

Democrat
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny
Average winter temp
37°
Average summer temp
75°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Hunter College CUNY.

13:1
Student to faculty ratio
38%
4-year grad rate
57%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Hunter College are:

  • Psychology, General
  • Human Biology
  • Computer Science

Demographics

Who attends Hunter College CUNY?

154
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
22,538
Women
62%
Men
38%

Housing

What's it like living at Hunter College CUNY?

5
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Hunter College CUNY?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.54.

How much does Hunter College CUNY cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $7,380 to attend Hunter College.

How many people attend Hunter College CUNY?

22,538 people attend Hunter College. 17,027 are undergraduate students and 5,511 are graduate students.

Where is Hunter College CUNY located?

Hunter College CUNY is located in New York, New York.

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