by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a CSI degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how CSI measures up.
CSI is ranked #94 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within New York, it ranks #11 of 216 for value.
These CSI majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Engineering | #1 of 70 |
| Engineering | #1 of 70 |
| Sociology & Anthropology | #1 of 15 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #1 of 15 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #2 of 243 |
| General Business/Commerce | #2 of 243 |
| History Education | #2 of 106 |
| Teacher Education | #2 of 106 |
| General History | #2 of 533 |
| History | #2 of 534 |
Below is the detailed CSI value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
College of Staten Island CUNY is ranked #107 out of #236 in New York for quality and #11 out of #216 for New York value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the CSI financial aid page to be sure.
College of Staten Island CUNY is ranked #94 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, College of Staten Island CUNY is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at CSI costs about $8,591. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $34,363 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $14,991 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $5,579 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $8,591 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $34,363 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about CSI net price and the factors that affect it.
What CSI costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a CSI degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $59,964 | — | — |
| All Students | $34,363 | #94 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $22,316 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $59,964 | — | — |
| All Students | $34,363 | #11 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $22,316 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at CSI shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $3,243 |
| $30K–$48K | $4,835 |
| $48K–$75K | $7,696 |
| $75K–$110K | $9,515 |
| Over $110K | $12,557 |
About 68% of CSI undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $8,105 per year. Get more details on the CSI financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average CSI cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.