Our mission dates to 1847 when founder Townsend Harris, an early champion of public education and a pioneering diplomat who was the first U.S. ambassador to Japan, called upon New York City to create a public academy of higher learning to “educate the whole people.”
The University is an integrated system of senior and community colleges, graduate and professional schools, research centers, institutes and consortia. From certificate courses to Ph.D. programs, CUNY offers postsecondary learning to students of all backgrounds. It provides the city with graduates trained for high-demand positions in the sciences, technology, mathematics, teaching, nursing and other fields.
The mission of the CUNY Office of Research is to promote and support the research, scholarly, and creative pursuits of the CUNY community, to provide assurance to funding agencies and to the public that research at the University is conducted in accordance with the highest ethical standards, and to enhance technology commercialization, entrepreneurship, and economic development activities.
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CUNY’s Career Services provide students with the necessary skills to make informed decisions about their careers, education and employment.
Child CareProfessional staff provides flexible on-campus care and education to accommodate the needs of parents 24 hours a day.
Disability Resources & ServicesCUNY is deeply committed to ensuring equal access and opportunity for students with disabilities through innovative support programs.
International Student & Scholar ServicesSupporting the international student population by providing centralized immigration information.
Mental Health And WellnessWe assist students in addressing psychological, adjustment or issues including stress / time management.
On-campus or campus-sponsored residence hall facilities are currently available at Baruch College, Brooklyn College, The City College, Hunter College, Lehman College and Queens College.
CUNY’s library system is a federation of 31 libraries and the CUNY Central Office of Library Services (OLS) that support learning, teaching, and research to the University’s 25 senior, community, honors, and professional colleges, as well as CUNY’s 100+ research centers and institutes.
CUNY's Open Access Policy applies to Internet access. Every member of the CUNY community with a valid CUNY ID has full rights to Internet use in all CUNY libraries.
Individual campuses may determine local rules governing specific terms of Internet use. Such rules include time limits, signing-up, number of users per terminal, downloading and printing.The NYSED/CUNY CareerKit project is a comprehensive career preparation resource for teachers and counselors in New York State. Its goal is to equip students with the skills necessary to make informed choices about their career paths. The NYSED/CUNY CareerKit activities are written at the HSE/Upper ESL level, with adaptations possible for Pre-HSE and intermediate ESL levels.
The University spans 25 campuses across the city’s five boroughs providing exceptional access for high school graduates, high academic quality, numerous programs to support student completion and deep connections with important industries for career success
The City University of New York Athletic Conference provides all students with the opportunity to participate in a competitive athletic environment and supportive learning atmosphere, wherein life skills such as leadership development, sportsmanship, healthy living, and community service are of vital importance.
There are over 1400 student clubs and organizations (and counting!) among our 24 campuses.
Student engagement has been an integral and vital component of student success. It is well-documented that students who are involved in their campus community excel academically.
Student engagement is more important than ever as employers and graduate schools value the skills and competencies learned from participating in co-curricular activities. In addition, students use the knowledge and experience they gain to improve their local communities.CUNY colleges, as well as the Graduate School and University Center, receive their institutional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or Middle States). MSCHE examines each institution as a whole, rather than specific programs within institutions.
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Dropped 64 places compared to 2026
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| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
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| 661 | 613 | 677 |
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Based on 44 reviews
I will highlight the aspects that are the most valuable for me. Many students have a love/hate relationship with the University due to the challenges one faces because of the institution's close ties with the government. However, through it all my experience has been very enriching. Professors: The professors in my programme are very supportive. They are not only knowledgeable in their fields but also very passionate and dedicated in contributing to the development of the next generation of leaders. I've had incredible professors who I greatly appreciate for expanding my horizons not only in terms of academic and professional opportunities but in the way I think and see the world. Environment: The green scenery and historical buildings make the campus a pleasant place to be in. There are many nice places to sit and have conversations or to catch up on your readings. Research project and internship opportunities: Professors are very active in generating research proposals and creating opportunities for students. In both undergraduate and graduate studies I have been involved in research projects and other experiences that have contributed to my academic and professional development and have also supported me financially. Challenges: It is Puerto Rico's only public University therefore the political and socioeconomic situation in Puerto Rico has had a significant impact on the services and facilities of the University. Although this can often be very frustrating, the opportunities, experiences, relationships and learnings obtained are invaluable.
Nice campus. Has an excellent library. The only complaint I have about the school is the limited amount of parking spaces. I recommend Queens College for students that are transferring from a community college because Queens has a lot of options to major in and staff that will guide you in the right direction.
The school is amazing, and the campus is very adorable and fancy. Thanks to the University Academic Staffs
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