Hunter College

It is moderately difficult to get into Hunter College of the City University of New York. The acceptance rate at Hunter College of the City University of New York is 48%. Out of 33,913 applications received in 2023, 16,211 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Hunter College of the City University of New York, the regular decision application deadline is February 1 and the application fee is $65.

Students who apply to Hunter College of the City University of New York for the fall semester should hear back from Hunter College of the City University of New York by January 15.

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

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

Hunter College of the City University of New York 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	Yes

Hunter College of the City University of New York Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Hunter 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	January 15

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

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

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

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

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Transferring to Hunter College of the City University of New York

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

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

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

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

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling 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 put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

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

Wondering what factors are considered by Hunter College of the City University of New York 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
Interview	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

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

Hunter College of the City University of New York Application Requirements

To apply to Hunter College of the City University of New York, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Hunter 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	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	2	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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

Students admitted to Hunter College of the City University of New York have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7. Hunter College of the City University of New York considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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

Hunter 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 Hunter College of the City University of New York

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Hunter 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 Hunter College of the City University of New York during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Hunter College of the City University of New York Admissions FAQs

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

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

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

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

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

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

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

✅ Hunter College of the City University of New York has an acceptance rate of 48%.

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

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

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