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Queens College of the City University of New York

Queens, NY 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate61%

Queens Admissions

Queens College of the City University of New York is very difficult to get into. Around 61% of applicants get into Queens College of the City University of New York each year. Last year, 21,777 students applied to Queens College of the City University of New York and 13,237 were admitted.

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

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

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

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

Queens College of the City University of New York 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.0
Mean SAT Score 1114
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Waitlist No

Queens College of the City University of New York Application Deadlines

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

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I Info Not Available
Early Decision II
Early Action No

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


Queens College of the City University of New York may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Queens College of the City University of New York directly for more information about early applications.

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


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


Transferring to Queens College of the City University of New York

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

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

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

What Does Queens College 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 determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. 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 stand out.

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

What does Queens 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
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Application Essay Important
Recommendation(s) Considered

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

Queens College of the City University of New York Application Requirements

To apply to Queens College of the City University of New York, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Queens 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)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 3.0
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


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

Students admitted to Queens College 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

Queens 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.

The mean composite SAT score for a Queens College of the City University of New York student is 1114.

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

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

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term


Queens College of the City University of New York Admissions FAQs


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

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

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

❌ Queens College of the City University of New York does not accept transfer credits from accredited institutions.

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

❌ Queens College of the City University of New York does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

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

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

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

✅ Queens College of the City University of New York's acceptance rate is 61%.

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

🟨 Queens College of the City University of New York may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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Queens Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Very Selective

61%

How hard is it to get into Queens? Queens is a very selective institution. The Queens acceptance rate is 61%. This means that the institution accepts 60 out of every 100 applicants.

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Queens Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Not available

Transfer Applications are Due

Not available

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

Queens 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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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

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Queens GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.0

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Queens, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.0. 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

18,772

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

61%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,570

Out-of-State

$19,240

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Unknown
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