City University of New York

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   The short answer

   The City University of New York is a public university system in New York City, with campuses across the city. It suits international applicants who want a wide range of undergraduate options in a large urban public system.

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   What you can study

   CUNY offers bachelor's degree study across 24 programmes. Example subjects include Accounting, Acting, Actuarial Science, Anthropology, Art + Design, Arts Administration, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biology, Business Technology and Analytics, and Chemical Engineering.

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   Getting in

   Applicants should expect to apply through the university system and check the official CUNY website for programme-specific entry requirements, deadlines, and document requirements. The application process for international students should also be confirmed directly with admissions, especially if a chosen programme has extra requirements.

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   What it costs

   CUNY publishes tuition in USD, but a specific fee amount is not given here. Confirm the current tuition for your programme with the admissions office, and budget separately for living costs in New York City, which can be significant.

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   Coming from abroad

   The language of instruction is not stated and should be checked before applying. An international student should confirm the programme, admission documents, tuition, visa requirements, and whether the chosen campus has any additional requirements.

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   How it compares

   In the United States, CUNY sits within a very large higher-education market of 2,515 universities, and its scale is a clear differentiator. Its system structure, 26 campuses, and undergraduate focus make it different from a single-campus university, and its broad subject mix can suit students who want more choice within one public system.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.