Description
Often called the “jewel of the CUNY system," Queens College in Queens, New York offers high-ranking classical academics as well as professional studies, career training and more.
Queens College has been repeatedly given high rankings by such prestigious publications as Princeton Review for its liberal arts programs, which encompass classical Greek and Latin Literature, Modern Languages, History, Film Studies, and majors as specific as Irish Studies and Jewish Studies.
Visual and performing arts also thrive at Queens College, with bachelor’s as well as master’s degrees offered in some disciplines. A symphony orchestra, ensembles and programs in classical composing and arranging, as well as an impressive drama and dance program make their home at Queens College.
Professional careers may also be sought at Queens College. Comprehensive teacher-education offerings, pre-professional programs, journalism and library science degrees may be obtained at the bachelor’s level.
In addition to this, Queen’s College also grants professional certificates through its continuing studies division, helping lead to careers in medical billing and coding, medical assisting and pharmacy tech.
Non-credit offerings at Queen’s College include an English-language institute for second-language learners and a program which enables senior citizens aged 60 and over to attend classes for a nominal fee.
Student services are comprehensive at Queen’s College. Whether you need career counseling, tutoring, medical attention, childcare, are interested in an internship or are a disabled or Veteran student needing support, student services has it.
Residence halls are also available for those who wish to fully immerse themselves in the Queen’s experience. Financial aid is available to eligible students. Contact Queen’s College for more information.
Quick Facts
Location
Northeast
Setting
Large City Setting
Type
Public
Size
Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Knights
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
In-State Tuition
$5,047
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,407
Selectivity
Highly Selective
Enrollment
20,516
Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 15,262
- Freshman Class
- 1,675
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 20,516
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 74%
- Graduate
- 26%
Full-Time vs. Part-time Students
- Full-Time
- 98%
- Part-Time
- 2%
Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State
- In-State
- 95%
- Out-of-State
- 5%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 59%
- Men
- 41%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 9%
- Asian
- 21%
- Caucasian
- 51%
- Latino
- 17%
- Other
- 2%
Students State Origin
- New York
- 95%
- Other
- 5%
International Students
- International
- 5%
- Domestic
- 95%