Hunter College (CUNY)
Founded 1870
President Jennifer Raab (President)
Fees USD 7,478
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Urban
Hunter College is a public college of the City University of New York (CUNY), founded in 1870 on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Hunter is one of the most selective CUNY colleges and is recognized for its exceptional programs in health sciences, nursing, education, social work, arts, and the liberal arts. The college enrolls approximately 23,000 students and has produced numerous Pulitzer Prize winners, Nobel laureates, and leaders in public life.
Schools and Programs
- School of Arts and Sciences — Humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and mathematics
- School of Education — Teacher preparation programs with NYC certification
- Silberman School of Social Work — CSWE-accredited MSW and PhD programs
- Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing — BSN and MSN programs affiliated with Bellevue Hospital
- School of Health Professions — Physical therapy, nutrition, and health sciences
How to Apply
- Application: CUNY Application
- Application Fee: $70
- Transcripts: Official high school transcripts
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1170–1360, ACT 26–31
- Essays: Personal statement required
- English Proficiency: TOEFL 61+ or IELTS 5.5+
Key Deadlines
- Fall Admission: February 1
- Spring Admission: September 15
Admission Requirements
- Acceptance Rate: ~30%
- In-State Tuition: ~$7,478