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CUNY Brooklyn College

Brooklyn, NY · Public · Large city · Website

CUNY Brooklyn College campus
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Admission rate
58%
Accessible
Average net price
$950
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
53%
Median earnings
$66,519
10 years after enrolling

Summary

CUNY Brooklyn College is a public college in Brooklyn, NY with 10,543 undergraduates. It admits 58% of applicants, and admitted students average 1140 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $950 per year. 53% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $66,519 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
58%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
27,112
Fall 2023
Admitted
14,548
Fall 2023
Yield
10%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing460–660
200800
SAT Math490–680
200800

What CUNY Brooklyn College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$12,517
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$7,450
Out-of-state tuition
$15,400

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k—
  • $30–48k$94
  • $48–75k$3,802
  • $75–110k$6,786
  • $110k+$11,027

Get a personal estimate with CUNY Brooklyn College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
53%
Freshman retention
80%
Median earnings
$66,519
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$12,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
10,543
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
59%
  • White25%
  • Hispanic24%
  • Black20%
  • Asian24%

CUNY Brooklyn College FAQ

What is CUNY Brooklyn College's acceptance rate?+

CUNY Brooklyn College admits 58% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for CUNY Brooklyn College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 460–660 on SAT Reading and Writing and 490–680 on SAT Math; the average total is 1140.

Is CUNY Brooklyn College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to CUNY Brooklyn College?+

In Fall 2023, 27,112 students applied to CUNY Brooklyn College and 14,548 were admitted; 1,519 enrolled.

Does CUNY Brooklyn College consider legacy status?+

No. CUNY Brooklyn College reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does CUNY Brooklyn College require an essay?+

CUNY Brooklyn College reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does CUNY Brooklyn College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $12,517 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $950.

What is CUNY Brooklyn College's graduation rate?+

53% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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