Baruch College of the City University of New York

It is very difficult to get into Baruch College of the City University of New York. The college admitted 51% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 23,434 students applied to Baruch College of the City University of New York and 11,849 were admitted.

If you are applying to Baruch College of the City University of New York, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 2/1 and the fee for the application costs $65.

Students who submit their applications to Baruch College of the City University of New York for fall should hear back from Baruch College of the City University of New York by February 1.

Baruch College of the City University of New York Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Baruch College of the City University of New York's admissions stats.

Baruch College of the City University of New York 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	59.8%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

Baruch College of the City University of New York Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Baruch College of the City University of New York.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	2 1	February 1

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Applying Early to Baruch College of the City University of New York?

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Baruch College of the City University of New York does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Baruch College of the City University of New York Admissions

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Is Baruch College of the City University of New York Challenging To Get Into?

It is very difficult to get into Baruch College. Baruch College evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Baruch College accepted 51% of all applicants, about 11,849 from 23,434 applicants.

Schools that are very difficult to get into, like Baruch College, accept fewer than 60% of all applicants. At least 50% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1230 on the SAT and over 26 on the ACT. Admissions to finance computer information systems program is program extremely difficult.

Transferring to Baruch College of the City University of New York

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Baruch College of the City University of New York

Baruch College of the City University of New York has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Baruch College of the City University of New York?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Baruch College of the City University of New York

What does Baruch College of the City University of New York consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

Make sure to check with Baruch College of the City University of New York for more information on admission factors.

Baruch College of the City University of New York Application Requirements

To apply to Baruch College of the City University of New York, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Baruch College of the City University of New York's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	–	√	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	16 academic units
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Baruch College of the City University of New York?

Students admitted to Baruch College of the City University of New York have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 92.5% submitted a class rank. At Baruch College of the City University of New York 59.8% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 86.7% were in the top 25% and 97.7% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Baruch College of the City University of New York, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	0.2%
3.75 and 3.99	12.5%
3.50 and 3.74	47.2%
3.25 and 3.49	27%
3.00 and 3.24	11.1%
2.50 and 2.9	2%
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Baruch College of the City University of New York directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Baruch College of the City University of New York does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to Baruch College of the City University of New York

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to Baruch College of the City University of New York.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is February 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Baruch College of the City University of New York during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Baruch College of the City University of New York Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Baruch College of the City University of New York?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Baruch College of the City University of New York.

Does Baruch College of the City University of New York accept transfer credits?

✅ Baruch College of the City University of New York accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Baruch College of the City University of New York accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Baruch College of the City University of New York accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Baruch College of the City University of New York accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Baruch College of the City University of New York?

✅ Baruch College of the City University of New York is not test optional.

What is Baruch College of the City University of New York's acceptance rate?

✅ Baruch College of the City University of New York's acceptance rate is 51%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Baruch College of the City University of New York?

❌ Baruch College of the City University of New York does not offer early decision.

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