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College of Staten Island of the City University of New York

Staten Island, NY 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate93%

CUNY CSI Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into College of Staten Island of the City University of New York. The acceptance rate at College of Staten Island of the City University of New York is 93%. Out of 9,010 applications received in 2023, 8,338 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to College of Staten Island of the City University of New York, the fee for the application costs $65.

Students who apply to College of Staten Island of the City University of New York for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than February 1.

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

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

College of Staten Island of the City University of New York 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.0
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 1%
Waitlist No

College of Staten Island of the City University of New York Application Deadlines

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

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No

Want to Apply Early to College of Staten Island of the City University of New York?


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

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How To Get Into College of Staten Island of the City University of New York

CUNY CSI is a moderately difficult school to get into. CUNY CSI has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2022, CUNY CSI accepted 93% of all applicants, around 8,338 from 9,010 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like CUNY CSI, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to Honors/selective programs is program moderately difficult.

Transferring to College of Staten Island of the City University of New York

For more information on transferring to College of Staten Island of the City University of New York, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to College of Staten Island of the City University of New York

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

What Does College of Staten Island of the City University of New York Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are 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 choose schools that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at College of Staten Island of the City University of New York

What does College of Staten Island 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
Academic GPA Very Important
Class Rank Considered
Application Essay Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Interview Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record Considered

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

College of Staten Island of the City University of New York Application Requirements

Check in with College of Staten Island of the City University of New York's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.


GPA and Testing


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

Students admitted to College of Staten Island of the City University of New York have an average unweighted GPA of 3.0.

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

College of Staten Island of the City University of New York is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 1% of College of Staten Island of the City University of New York's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application.

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

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


College of Staten Island of the City University of New York Admissions FAQs


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

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

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

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

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

❌ No, College of Staten Island of the City University of New York is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

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

✅ The acceptance rate for College of Staten Island of the City University of New York is 93%.

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

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

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CUNY CSI Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

93%

How hard is it to get into CUNY CSI? CUNY CSI is a somewhat selective institution. The CUNY CSI acceptance rate is 93%. This means that the institution accepts 92 out of every 100 applicants.

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CUNY CSI Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Not available

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to CUNY CSI is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

CUNY CSI SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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CUNY CSI GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.05

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At CUNY CSI, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.05. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

10,258

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

93%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,570

Out-of-State

$19,240

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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