Is CUNY City College worth it?
CUNY City College is a public, four-year institution in New York, New York (large city). It awarded 2,908 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in psychology, biology sciences and economics.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$42,637
Median earnings 4 years after
$67,740
Median earnings 10 years after
$66,039
Average net price
$3,776
Completion rate
57%
Completions (2024)
2,908
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
12,505
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $30,925 | $56,223 | 403 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $65,905 | $97,270 | 176 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $28,324 | $63,206 | 157 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $24,742 | $45,656 | 156 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $43,059 | $58,063 | 127 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $42,734 | $69,948 | 119 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $27,082 | $47,753 | 118 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $83,258 | $116,238 | 116 |
| Economics | Bachelor's | $45,556 | $67,679 | 114 |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language | Master's | $77,140 | $85,112 | 106 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $40,141 | $64,414 | 100 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Master's | $73,336 | $86,151 | 95 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $67,194 | $87,957 | 90 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | Bachelor's | $78,172 | $97,698 | 86 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $29,823 | $59,540 | 79 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 389 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 115 |
| Economics, General | Bachelor's | 99 |
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | Bachelor's | 93 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 91 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 84 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 84 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Bachelor's | 77 |
| Biomedical Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 74 |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs | Master's | 73 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 21% | 7,298 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 16% | 5,728 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 13% | 4,556 |
| Public Administration | 12% | 4,392 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 2,072 |
| Retail Trade | 5% | 1,931 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 1,754 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 1,278 |
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Sources: federal figures for CUNY City College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New York. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page