Queens College (CUNY)
Founded 1937
President Frank Wu (President)
Fees USD 7,616
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Queens College is a public liberal arts college of the City University of New York (CUNY), founded in 1937 in Flushing, Queens. Queens College is one of the most diverse colleges in the United States, serving students from over 150 countries. It is consistently ranked among the best public colleges in the nation for value and quality of education. The college enrolls approximately 20,000 students and is known for its strong programs in education, music, accounting, computer science, and the social sciences.
Schools and Programs
- Division of Arts and Humanities — English, history, art, music, and languages
- Division of Education — Teacher education and school counseling
- Division of Mathematics and Natural Sciences — Biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics
- Division of Social Sciences — Economics, political science, psychology, and sociology
- School of Business — Accounting, finance, and management programs
- Graduate School of Library and Information Studies (GSLIS) — Library science programs
How to Apply
- Application: CUNY Application
- Application Fee: $70
- Transcripts: Official high school transcripts
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1120–1320, ACT 24–29
- 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: ~37%
- In-State Tuition: ~$7,616