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CUNY Graduate School and University Center Admissions Overview

If you are contemplating an application to CUNY Graduate School and University Center? The school situated in New York, NY is considered to be Moderately Selective (50-70%) in comparison to other colleges across the country.

This page covers:

• Application Information

  • Application Fees
  • Academic Requirements
  • Admissions Address and Contact Information
  • Smart Questions to Ask

• Entering Class Stats

  • What Admissions Stats Mean for You
  • Selectivity of CUNY Graduate School and University Center* Acceptance & Enrollment Stats at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
  • Male to Female Ratio of Applicants
  • Average SAT & ACT Scores * Helpful Resources

CUNY Graduate School and University Center Applications

Preparing to Apply

Earning a place at CUNY Graduate School and University Center starts with a strong application — showcase your strengths and talents and familiarize yourself with the admission criteria.

Application Fees

Joining the family at CUNY Graduate School and University Center starts with a strong application that showcases your strengths.

Undergraduate Application Fee	$65
Online Application Website	https://app.applyyourself.com/AYApplicantLogin/fl_ApplicantConnectLogin.asp?id=cunygc

Admission Requirements

GPA	Required
Secondary School Rank	Neither required nor recommended
Secondary School Record	Required
Recommendations	Not applicable
Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, etc.)	Neither required nor recommended
College-Preparatory Program	Neither required nor recommended
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Neither required nor recommended
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)	Required
Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)	Neither required nor recommended

This College’s Accepted and Transferable Credits

Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Dual-Credit Classes	Yes
Life Experience Credits	Implied no

Here’s How to Track Down the Admissions Department

Admissions Department Website	www.gc.cuny.edu/Admissions
Admissions Office Address	365 Fifth Ave, New York, NY 10016
Admissions Department Phone	(212) 817-7000

Important Questions to Ask

• Are there any particular academic requirements needed to apply to your desired major?
• After applying, when will you be notified if you are accepted or not?
• Should you apply for early admission?
• Are you eligible for an application fee waiver?

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How Selective Is The Graduate Center?

Acceptance Rate

At 68%, admission to The Graduate Center is competitive; make every part of your application count.

CUNY Graduate School and University Center Entering Class Statistics

What Does the Incoming Class at CUNY Graduate School and University Center Look Like?

Get a better grasp of your likelihood of gaining admission by analyzing recent freshman cohorts at CUNY Graduate School and University Center.

How Admissions and Enrollment Stats Apply to You

Selectivity and acceptance rates are a big clue to how difficult it is to be admitted to The Graduate Center. Compare your test scores to prior applicants to understand who you are competing against for entrance.

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Selectivity: The Numbers Behind Student Admissions

Open Admissions	No

Acceptance & Enrollment Statistics

Applicant Total	146
Accepted	100

Who Is Applying: Applicants by Gender

Additional Question to Ask

• A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
• Image Credit: By Alex Irklievski under License

More about our data sources and methodologies.