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CUNY Medgar Evers College

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Brooklyn, New York 11225

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Mid-SizeUrbanPublicSTEM Strong

Known for biology — excellent value

CUNY Medgar Evers College is a public institution in Brooklyn with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 980, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 3.4K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

22% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,498 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $5,881.

Established
1970
Motto
"We Create Success, One Student at a Time."
Type
Public college

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83%Acceptance
980SAT Avg
3,404Students
14:1Student:Faculty
22%Grad Rate
$46,498Earnings 10yr
$5,881Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

CUNY Medgar Evers College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate83.4%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 980

Reading & Writing
400550
Math
380450

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

83.4%

Trend

SAT Avg

980

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Financial Aid

Pell Grant eligible
57%
First-generation
50%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$7,352
Tuition (out-of-state)$15,302
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$14,069
Average Net Price$5,881
Median Debt at Graduation$10,988
Monthly Payment (10yr)$116

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$4,741
$30–48K$5,532
$48–75K$9,533
$75–110K$10,791
$110K+$13,680

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

87.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$7,400

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

26

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

7

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

2

Motor Vehicle Theft

3

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

7

Drug Arrests

5

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Academics

Student-faculty ratio
14:1

Programs (32)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

52%

Negative
  • •52% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
3,404
Gender Split
70% / 30%
Women / Men
First Generation
50%
Pell Grant Recipients
57%

Race & Ethnicity

White 2%
Black 71%
Hispanic 18%
Asian 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate22.3%
Freshman Retention52.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$37,538
10 Years$46,498

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

LGA New York LaGuardia9 mi
JFK New York JFK10 mi
EWR Newark Liberty12 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA190 mi · ~5h 29m drive
New York, NY4 mi · ~7 min drive
Hartford, CT101 mi · ~2h 55m drive
Providence, RI154 mi · ~4h 27m drive
Albany, NY138 mi · ~3h 59m drive
Syracuse, NY199 mi · ~5h 45m drive
Rochester, NY255 mi · ~7h 22m drive
Buffalo, NY296 mi · ~8h 33m drive
Philadelphia, PA81 mi · ~2h 20m drive
Pittsburgh, PA317 mi · ~9h 9m drive
Harrisburg, PA156 mi · ~4h 30m drive
Newark, NJ12 mi · ~21 min drive
Trenton, NJ52 mi · ~1h 30m drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

New York LaGuardia (LGA)9 miles
Rental car
14 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
18 min$11-18
New York JFK (JFK)10 miles
Rental car
15 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
20 min$12-20

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