CUNY Hunter College

695 Park Ave, New York, NY 10065

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00268900
  • President: Jennifer Raab
  • Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 22,407

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CUNY Hunter College is located in the city of Manhattan in New York. It is the largest college in the City University of New York (CUNY) system. Hunter College is one of the oldest public colleges in the U.S., and offers more than 170 academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate degree levels.

 

Hunter College offers study programs in its well known School of Arts and Sciences, and schools of Education, Nursing, Social Work, Health Professions and School of Public Health. In 2011, the CUNY School of Public Health at Hunter College began offering the first of several Ph.D. programs at Hunter. 

 

In addition to its degree programs, Hunter College also offers numerous accelerated and advanced certificate programs. Research is thriving at Hunter College, most notably in its Center for Study of Gene Structure and Function, Center for Puerto Rican Studies (CENTRO), and the Brookdale Center for Healthy Aging and Longevity. 

 

Alumni of Hunter College have become published authors, well-known artists, and civic leaders. Many have been Fulbright and Mellon scholars, as well as recipients of prestigious grants from the National Institutes of Health. Faculty members at Hunter College are also well recognized, and include national grant recipients, contributors to leading academic journals, and cutting-edge researchers.

 

History 

Hunter College was founded in New York in 1870 as a teacher training college for young women. It was first called the "Normal College of the City of New York." The curriculum gradually expanded to become a fully accredited liberal arts college for women. In 1914, the college changed its name to "Hunter College of the City of New York" for its first president, Thomas Hunter. In 1961, the City University of New York (CUNY) was established, and Hunter College became the founding member. In 1964, male students were admitted to Hunter College, though it would largely be known for its significant contribution to women's education in the United States.

 

Academics 

The academic calendar for CUNY Hunter College offers traditional fall and spring terms, a shorter, winter session, and two summer sessions (8 weeks, and 11 weeks in duration).

 

Colleges and Schools 

  • School of Arts and Sciences
  • School of Education
  • School of Health Sciences
  • Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing
  • CUNY School of Public Health at Hunter College

 

CUNY Hunter College has several centers, which offer a variety of academic and research study programs. Centers at Hunter include: 

  • Center for Study of Gene Structure and Function
  • Center for Puerto Rican Studies (CENTRO)
  • Brookdale Center for Healthy Aging and Longevity

 

Student Life

Social and community engagement are integral to CUNY Hunter College, and students at Hunter will find many student clubs, organizations, projects and activities to become involved in on campus and throughout the community. 

 

New students at CUNY Hunter College will appreciate the accessibility of the Visitors Center, and the helpfulness of Visitors Center Associates, who wear purple vests and are available to help people find their way around campus.

 

Student services at CUNY Hunter College include: 

  • AccessABILITY (for students with disabilities)
  • Advising Services
  • Athletics & Recreation
  • Behavioral Response Team
  • Campus Housing (Brookdale Residence Hall)
  • Career Development Services
  • Center for Student Achievement
  • Children's Learning Center
  • Counseling & Wellness Services
  • International Students
  • Scholarships & Grants
  • Student Activities
  • Student/Club Websites Accounts
  • Student Center (Sylvia E. Fishman)
  • Student Veteran Services
  • Blackboard Online Learning
  • Center for Student Achievement
  • Chanin Language Center
  • Computer Laboratories
  • ESL Resources
  • Physical Sciences Learning Center
  • Reading/Writing Center
  • Social Sciences Computing Laboratory
  • Socrates Center, Department of Biological Sciences

 

Traditions

The traditional school colors for Hunter College are purple, white and gold. The school mascot is the hawk, and the athletic teams are nicknamed the Hunter College "Hawks."

 

Athletics 

The Hunter College "Hawks" athletic teams participate in several intercollegiate sports, including: 

 

Men's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Fencing
  • Indoor Track and Field
  • Outdoor Track and Field
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling

 

Women's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Fencing
  • Indoor Track and Field
  • Outdoor Track and Field
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball

 

Community Life

CUNY Hunter College has a strong mission of community service, and Hunter students, faculty and staff members are involved in public service activities throughout New York City. Community members are encouraged to contact Hunter College to explore new opportunities for Hunter's participation in community life. 

 

The cultural, social, artistic and intellectual programs and services that Hunter engages in with and for its community include continuing education, non-degree programs, faculty and administration jobs, The Kaye Playhouse, The Bertha & Karl Leubsdorf Gallery, The Frederick Loewe Theatre and Lang Recital Hall, athletic events to cheer on the "Hawks," The Hunter Bookstore, renting space at Hunter, and more.

*Not all of the programs above may be offered
 

Student Services Offered

  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates
  • On-Campus Day Care Available

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study Abroad
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered
  • - State Approved for Certification

Website:

www.hunter.cuny.edu

Mission Statement

Hunter College is a comprehensive teaching, research and service institution, long committed to excellence and access of undergraduate and graduate students in the liberal arts and sciences, as well as in several professional fields: education, health sciences, nursing and social work. Founded in 1870, Hunter is one of the oldest public colleges in the country, dedicated from its earliest days to serving a student body which reflects the diversity of New York City. Hunter takes pride in the success it has had over the years in enabling the people of New York to combine the strengths of their varied experiences with the skills they need to participate effectively in the wider society.

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Governing System

  • City University of New York

Accreditation

  • Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
  • - Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
  • - Arts & Sciences Focus, High Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
  • - Postbaccalaureate Comprehensive
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
  • - Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
  • - High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
  • - Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Cuny Hunter College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Biochemistry Degree--5-
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Biology Degree-4921-
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Accounting Degree-15521-
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Communications and Journalism

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Communications Degree--1-
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Media Studies Degree-17213-
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer Science Degree-22--
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Education

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Bilingual and Multilingual Education Degree5---
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Biology Teacher Education Degree-17-
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Chemistry Teacher Education Degree--6-
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Counseling and Guidance Services Degree--33-
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Drama and Dance Teacher Education Degree-14--
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Early Childhood Education Degree--85-
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Earth Science Teacher Education Degree--4-
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Education Administration Degree39---
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Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs Degree--62-
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Education, Teaching Individuals with Hearing Impairments Degree--11-
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Education, Teaching Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities Degree--12-
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Education, Teaching Individuals with Speech or Language Impairments Degree--48-
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Education, Teaching Individuals with Vision Impairments Degree4-8-
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Education, Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation Degree--70-
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Education, Teaching of the Gifted and Talented Degree36---
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Elementary Education Degree--265-
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Elementary Special Education Programs Degree--94-
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English and Language Arts Teacher Education Degree12044-
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Foreign Language Teacher Education Degree--5-
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French Language Teacher Education Degree--3-
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Latin Teacher Education Degree--3-
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Mathematics Teacher Education Degree2932-
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Music Teacher Education Degree--13-
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Physics Teacher Education Degree--1-
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Reading Teacher Education Degree--49-
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Social Studies Teacher Education Degree21124-
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Spanish Language Teacher Education Degree1-16-
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Teaching English As Second Language Instructor Degree--70-
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English Language and Literature

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Creative Writing Degree--17-
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English Language and Literature Degree-337--
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English Literature Degree--23-
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Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies

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Ethnic, Cultural Minority and Gender Studies, Other Degree-14--
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Latin American Studies Degree-4--
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Womens Studies Degree-18--
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Nutrition and Wellness Studies Degree-191-
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Foreign Languages and Literature

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Chinese Language and Literature Degree-8--
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Comparative Literature Degree-2--
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French Language and Literature Degree-92-
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German Language and Literature Degree-7--
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Hebrew Language and Literature Degree-3--
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Italian Language and Literature Degree-92-
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Russian Language and Literature Degree-1--
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Spanish Language and Literature Degree-164-
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Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics Degree-9--
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Adult Health Nursing Degree--21-
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Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Degree--5-
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Clinical Laboratory Science Degree-35--
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Clinical Nurse Leader Degree--4-
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Environmental Health Degree--9-
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Geriatric Nurse Degree--15-
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Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other Degree1-11-
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Mental Health Counseling Degree--7-
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Nursing Degree-19210-
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Nursing Education Degree1---
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Psychiatric, Mental Health Nurse Degree8-10-
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Public Health Degree--73-
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Public Health Education and Promotion Degree-40--
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Public Health, Community Nurse Degree--3-
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Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling Degree--31-
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History

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History Degree-594-
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Mathematics Degree-2111-
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Mathematics and Statistics Degree--19-
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Statistics Degree-6--
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Natural Resources and Conservation

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Environmental Studies Degree-14--
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Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Jewish Studies Degree-1--
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Philosophy Degree-16--
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Religious Studies Degree-16--
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Physical Sciences

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Chemistry Degree-66--
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Physical Sciences, Other Degree-66--
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Physics Degree-83-
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Psychology

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Educational Psychology Degree--12-
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Psychology Degree-44229-
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Psychology, Other Degree7---
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Social Psychology Degree12---
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Public Administration and Social Services

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Social Work Degree--466-
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Social Sciences

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Anthropology Degree-4312-
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Archaeology Degree-6--
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Economics Degree-10814-
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Geography Degree63512-
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International Relations and Affairs Degree-1--
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Political Science Degree-121--
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Sociology Degree-15916-
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Urban Studies and Affairs Degree-2488-
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Art History Degree-3223-
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Dance Degree-7--
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Drama Degree-2911-
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Film Studies Degree-63--
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Fine Studio Arts Degree-8438-
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Music History, Literature, and Theory Degree--12-
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Music Performance Degree-31--
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Cuny Hunter College accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Cuny Hunter College.

The Cuny Hunter College admissions office phone number is (212) 772-4490. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $65.00 Fall 2010
  • Graduate Application Fee: $125.00 Fall 2010

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
  • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Record
  • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
  • - Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
  • - Required
  • TOEFL
  • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2010

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants11,94318,31330,256
Number Granted Admission (%)2,906 (24%)4,698 (26%)7,604 (25%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)626 (22%)1,162 (25%)1,788 (24%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2010

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam1,54987%
ACT ® Exam--

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2010

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading520620
SAT ® Math530630
SAT ® Writing--

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2010

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite--
ACT ® English--
ACT ® Math--

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 22,407
  • - Undergraduate: 15,684

    - Graduate: 6,723

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender
  • - Male: 6,733

    - Female: 15,435

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.4 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender
  • - Male: 5,307

    - Female: 10,577

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.5 : 1

  • Graduate Gender
  • - Male: 1,426

    - Female: 4,858

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.3 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance
  • - Full-Time: 12,613

    - Part-Time: 9,555

  • Undergraduate Attendance
  • - Full-Time: 11,171

    - Part-Time: 4,713

  • Graduate Attendance
  • - Full-Time: 1,442

    - Part-Time: 4,842

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1,4847%
American Indian750.3%
Black2,57311%
Asian3,85117%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander620.3%
Hispanic4,10318%
White10,09445%
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Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 188814%
Ages 18-193,88618%
Ages 20-213,84817%
Ages 22-244,61621%
Ages 25-294,34020%
Ages 30-341,9819%
Ages 35-399944%
Ages 40-491,0555%
Ages 50-655222%
Age Over 65420.2%
Age Unknown30.01%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 85%
  • Part-Time Students: 60%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students46%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male41%
Female49%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien43%
American Indian100%
Black42%
Asian54%
Hispanic40%
White46%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less20%
5 Years39%
6 Years46%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Prepaid Tuition Plan

    - Allows students or their families to buy college tuition for future years at current prices.

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Cuny Hunter College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://https:

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$6,893$6,848$6,996
$0 - $30,000$2,586$2,057$2,945
$30,000 - $48,000$4,763$4,414$5,101
$48,001 - $75,000$8,975$8,295$8,322
$75,001 - $110,000$11,580$11,576$11,098
More Than $110,000$12,387$11,811$11,631

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$5,529$4,999$4,999
In-State Tuition and Fees$5,529$4,999$4,999
Out of State Tuition and Fees$11,439$10,359$10,359
Books and Supplies$1,179$1,146$1,070

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$7,790$7,766$7,356
Other Expenses$4,823$4,724$4,664
Off Campus
Room and Board$10,900$10,361$10,382
Other Expenses$4,823$4,724$4,664
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$3,824$4,724$3,672

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$19,321$18,635$18,089
In-State$19,321$18,635$18,089
Out of State$25,231$23,995$23,449
Off Campus
In-District$22,431$21,230$21,115
In-State$22,431$21,230$21,115
Out of State$28,341$26,590$26,475
Off Campus with Family
In-District$10,532$9,827$9,741
In-State$10,532$9,827$9,741
Out of State$16,442$15,187$15,101

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Cuny Hunter College financial aid office phone number is (212) 772-4820. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid1,39280%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid1,35478%$6,025
All Federal Grants82047%$5,360
Pell Grants82047%$4,786
Other Federal Grants64437%$730
State/Local Grants & Scholarships1,29174%$2,546
Institutional Grants & Scholarships1187%$4,042
All Student Loans1338%$4,785
Federal Student Loans1338%$4,785

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)2.3%2.2%2.0%
Number in Default413942
Number in Repayment1,7541,7632,025

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:
  • - No

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:
  • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 617
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $4,810

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Drug Related-11
Liquor Related-4-

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Robbery11-
Burglary51515
Arson--3

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

NCAA or NAIA Conferences

  • College Basketball Conference: City University of New York Ath Conf
  • College Track & Field Conference: City University of New York Ath Conf

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes215109106
Unduplicated Athletes18310182
Basketball261511
All Track Combined371720
Fencing271215
Soccer2525-
Softball17-17
Swimming and Diving18-18
Tennis221012
Volleyball231013
Wrestling2020-

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$4,551$4,737
Assistant Coaches-$1,537$1,370

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches452223
Basketball1055
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches844
All Track Combined1055
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches844
Fencing422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Soccer33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Softball3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Swimming and Diving3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Tennis523
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches312
Volleyball422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Wrestling33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees3,4331,5411,892
Faculty Status1,9247131,211
Tenured Faculty475475-
Graduate Assistants64-64
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service1,9247131,211
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial156156-
Other Professionals335235100
Technical and/or Paraprofessional1,018437581
Clerical And Secretarial633129504
Skilled Crafts5050-
Service and/or Maintenance24919653

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$94,071 (713)$96,078 (357)$92,059 (356)
Professor$114,469 (275)$115,864 (150)$112,796 (125)
Associate Professor$89,233 (234)$89,840 (112)$88,675 (122)
Assistant Professor$74,399 (151)$74,209 (71)$74,567 (80)
Instructor$64,422 (5)$63,859 (3)$65,267 (2)
Lecturer$65,773 (48)$66,562 (21)$65,159 (27)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$94,071 (713)$96,078 (357)$92,059 (356)
Professor$114,469 (275)$115,864 (150)$112,796 (125)
Associate Professor$89,233 (234)$89,840 (112)$88,675 (122)
Assistant Professor$74,399 (151)$74,209 (71)$74,567 (80)
Instructor$64,422 (5)$63,859 (3)$65,267 (2)
Lecturer$65,773 (48)$66,562 (21)$65,159 (27)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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