
Operating under the mandate of The City University of New York (CUNY), Queensborough Community College serves as a vital academic, historic and cultural resource for the residents of the Queens County and nearby areas. The campus facility of QCC occupies a 37-acre land in Bayside, Queens, New York.
QCC offers comprehensive programs under five academies: Business, Health Related Sciences; Liberal Arts; Science, Technologies, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM); and Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA). Each academy provides distinct learning opportunities and academic enrichment activities for the students.
In line with its mission to provide lifelong learning and excellence, QCC utilizes well-planned curricula and innovative pedagogy in its academic programs. Such programs provide opportunities for students to realize their academic and professional goals.
Transfer programs are specifically designed for students who would like to pursue higher education in four-year institutions while career programs are intended for students aspiring to start a professional career after finishing a course. Business, Nursing and Computer Engineering Technology are the accredited programs of this college.
To meet the various needs of the community, QCC also offers affordable and accessible non-credit courses and certificate programs. One unique program of this college is the Accelerated Study in Associate Program (ASAP), a dynamic program that allows students to finish a degree in just three years or less.
QCC fosters a multicultural community that values collaborative and individualized learning. Apart from its academic services, it also provides access to arts and culture through the Queensborough Performing Arts Center and QCC Art Gallery.
Admissions http://www.qcc.cuny.edu/future-students/index.html
Programs of Study http://www.qcc.cuny.edu/academics/programs-of-study.html
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $7,700. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $65 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $4,800-$5,800
- Out-of-State: $7,700-$9,216
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $210-$250 per unit
- Out-of-State: $320-$380 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 82% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 81% | $6,687 |
Receiving Student Loans | 5% | $3,901 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, CUNY Queensborough Community College may provide student services like those listed below:
- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
- Day care
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Many community colleges are not only a source of technical or career training but also a stepping stone for students to transfer-out to a 4-year college, therefore we have included both graduation and transfer rates below and how CUNY Queensborough Community College compares against other community colleges in Queens County and community colleges in New York as a whole.
QCC | Queens County | New York | |
---|---|---|---|
Graduation Rate | 18.5% | 17.6% | 21.5% |
Transfer-out Rate | 18.2% | 15.5% | 17.4% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, Office of the Professions (Nursing Education) (since 1967)
- See a list of all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in New York
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by CUNY Queensborough Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biotechnology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A)
- Bookkeeping (A)
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
- Accounting (A)
Communication Technology
Computer and Information Sciences
- Data Processing Technology (A, C)
Education
Engineering
- Engineering (A)
Engineering Technology
- Computer Engineering (A)
- Telecommunications Technology (A)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A)
- Mechanical Technology Technician (A)
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting cad (A)
- Environmental Engineering Technology and Environmental Technology (A)
- Engineering Technologies
Health and Clinical Professions
- Health Services (A)
- Nursing (A)
- Medical Assistant (A, C)
- Massage Therapy (A)
- Medical Office Management (C)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Museum Studies (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Physical Sciences
- Physical Sciences (A)
Security and Protective Services
Visual and Performing Arts
- Visual and Performing Arts (A)
- Digital Arts (A)
- Photography
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to CUNY Queensborough Community College.
- Hostos Community College - CUNY in Bronx, NY (10 miles away)
- CUNY Bronx Community College in Bronx, NY (11 miles away)
- CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College in New York, NY (13 miles away)
- CUNY Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn, NY (15 miles away)
- Hudson County Community College in Jersey City, NJ (16 miles away)