CUNY New York City College of Technology (City Tech)
Public four-year college in Brooklyn, NY that costs an average of $2,818 a year after financial aid, admits 80% of applicants and graduates 19% of full-time students.
PublicLarge city13,580 undergraduates
Cost of City Tech
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $12,528 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $7,332 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $15,282 |
| Books and supplies | $1,500 |
| Average net price after aid | $2,818 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $1,467 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $1,939 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $4,969 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $7,292 |
| $110,001+ | $10,770 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with City Tech's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 80% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,010 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 460–570 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 440–570 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 19% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 65% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $45,719 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $57,019 |
| Rank in New York (earnings) | 96th of 140 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $11,500 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $131 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 58% |
| Students with federal loans | 4.5% |
Majors and programs at City Tech
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (28)
Certificate programs (14)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services | — | — | — |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians | — | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | — | — | — |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | — | — | — |
| Construction Management | 7 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | — | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | — | — | — |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | — | — | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | — | — | — |
| Graphic Communications | — | — | — |
| Housing and Human Environments | — | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | — | — | — |
| Social Work | — | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | — | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (34)
Similar colleges in New York
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binghamton University | Vestal | $20,907 | 39% | $89,136 |
| University at Albany | Albany | $18,266 | 69% | $72,751 |
| CUNY Queens College | Queens | $1,272 | 64% | $68,324 |
| CUNY City College | New York | $1,557 | 60% | $69,594 |
| CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice | New York | $1,110 | 57% | $65,870 |
| CUNY Bernard M Baruch College | New York | $657 | 48% | $83,742 |
| CUNY Hunter College | New York | $1,051 | 54% | $70,502 |
| CUNY Lehman College | Bronx | $541 | 57% | $65,181 |
About City Tech
| Type | Public four-year college |
|---|---|
| Location | Brooklyn, NY |
| Setting | Large city |
| Undergraduates | 13,580 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Middle States Commission on Higher Education |
| Website | citytech.cuny.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is City Tech's acceptance rate?
CUNY New York City College of Technology admits 80% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,010 on the SAT.
How much does City Tech cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $12,528 a year (tuition and fees: $7,332 in-state, $15,282 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $2,818 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $1,467.
How much do City Tech graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $57,019 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 96th of 140 similar colleges in New York. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($111,491 a year after graduation).
What is City Tech's graduation rate?
19% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 65% of first-year students return for a second year.