Overview
Enrollment
York College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, is located in Jamaica, Queens, approximately 12 miles from Midtown Manhattan and accessible by multiple public transportation options. The urban campus consists of modern academic buildings centered around an outdoor mall, with the main Academic Core Building serving as the primary facility for classes and student services. Established in 1966 to serve the educational needs of Queens residents, York College offers bachelor's degree programs with particular strengths in health sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, and aviation management. The college maintains specialized facilities including a FDA-registered pharmaceutical laboratory and an aviation training center with flight simulators. While York operates as a commuter campus without on-campus housing, students have access to the college's athletic facilities, including a pool and fitness center, where the Cardinals compete in NCAA Division III athletics.
CUNY York College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
York is rated within the lower 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for CUNY York College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#785 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#282 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#84 in Best Colleges in New York
#29 in Best Public Colleges in New York
#121 in Best Value Colleges in New York
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 870/1050 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.15 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New York Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,364 |
| Other Fees | $428 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $17,919 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,904 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,545 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,364 |
| Other Fees | $428 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $17,919 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,904 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,495 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 26% |
| Health Professions | 18% |
| Psychology | 16% |
| Social Sciences | 6% |
| Human Services | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=190691 IPEDS survey data for CUNY York College.
Current students may use the CUNY York College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024