CUNY--Hunter College

US News Rank: #21Online Program: Grad EducationNew York, NY, 10021Setting: Urban

School Overview

CUNY--Hunter College is located in New York, NY, and offers a distinctive educational experience. In the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, it is ranked #21 among Regional Universities North (tie). It is also recognized as #8 in Top Public Schools. The school features an urban setting and serves 17,027 undergraduate students. With an acceptance rate of 54%, CUNY--Hunter College is moderately competitive. Admitted students typically present SAT scores of 1110-1400. The average high school GPA of incoming freshmen is 3.7. With a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, students benefit from close interaction with professors and hands-on learning opportunities. About 42% of classes enroll fewer than 20 students, fostering an intimate learning environment. The most popular areas of study include Psychology, General (18%), Human Biology (13%), and Computer Science (9%). Those who major in Psychology, General can expect a median salary of $60,193. The average net price for students receiving financial aid is $3,296. CUNY--Hunter College achieves a four-year graduation rate of 38%. CUNY--Hunter College is committed to academic excellence and preparing students for success in their chosen fields through a combination of classroom learning and hands-on experience.
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Academics & Admissions

  • Acceptance Rate: 54%
  • SAT Range: 1110-1400
  • High School GPA: 3.7
  • Graduation Rate (4yr): 38%
  • Student-Faculty Ratio: 13:01
  • Classes Under 20: 42%
  • Undergraduate Enrollment: 17,027
  • Degrees Offered: Bachelor’s Degree

Cost & Financial Aid

  • Food & Housing: $17,928
  • Annual Cost: $3,296
  • Avg Need-Based Aid: $5,917

Official Website

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College Rankings

Popular Majors

Psychology, General
18% of students | Avg Salary: $60,193
Human Biology
13% of students | Avg Salary: $71,599
Computer Science
9% of students | Avg Salary: $110,465
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
6% of students | Avg Salary: $84,662
Sociology, General
5% of students | Avg Salary: $61,050

Graduate Education Program Overview

At CUNY--Hunter College (School of Education), a public institution, all of the online education classes are recorded and archived so students can access the information on their time. Fifty-four percent of students are already employed when they first enroll, and CUNY--Hunter College (School of Education) does not require applicants to have taken the GRE exam. The application deadline for online education degree programs at CUNY--Hunter College (School of Education) is April 15.
The program is distinguished by its strong, nurturing, consistent, convenient advising by phone or Zoom. Students have access to faculty and advisors through synchronous online office hours. This program leads to New York State Teacher Certification in Students with Disabilities All Grades, a high needs certification area. The program has strong relationships with K - 12 schools across the state.

About the Online Graduate Education Degree Program

The program is distinguished by its strong, nurturing, consistent, convenient advising by phone or Zoom. Students have access to faculty and advisors through synchronous online office hours. This program leads to New York State Teacher Certification in Students with Disabilities All Grades, a high needs certification area. The program has strong relationships with K - 12 schools across the state.

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Cost & Enrollment

  • Tuition/Credit: $855.0
  • Online Enrollment: 52
  • Application Deadline: 2026-04-15 00:00:00
  • Program Type: Grad Education

Online Program Contact

Online Rankings

  • #13 Best Online Master's in Education Programs

Majors Rankings