Colleges in New York
New York is home to 348 colleges and universities, from large flagship research institutions to small liberal arts colleges and community colleges. Known for big city campuses and strong Greek life, New York offers a range of environments for every type of student. Use the filters below to find the right fit by campus lifestyle, safety, tuition, and more.
Top Colleges by Enrollment
348 total in New YorkNew York University
New York University is a private 4-year institution in New York, NY. Enrollment: ~28,663 students. Admissions are highly selective (9% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $53,770/year.
University at Buffalo
University at Buffalo is a public 4-year institution in Buffalo, NY. Enrollment: ~20,112 students. Admissions are accessible (74% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $24,990/year.
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University is a public 4-year institution in Stony Brook, NY. Enrollment: ~18,101 students. Admissions are accessible (49% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $24,990/year.
CUNY Hunter College
CUNY Hunter College is a public 4-year institution in New York, NY. Enrollment: ~16,289 students. Admissions are accessible (54% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,880/year.
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College is a public 4-year institution in New York, NY. Enrollment: ~16,154 students. Admissions are accessible (48% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,880/year.
Cornell University
Cornell University is a private 4-year institution in Ithaca, NY. Enrollment: ~15,995 students. Admissions are highly selective (9% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $60,286/year.
Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private 4-year institution in Syracuse, NY. Enrollment: ~15,477 students. Admissions are accessible (46% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $55,920/year.
Binghamton University
Binghamton University is a public 4-year institution in Vestal, NY. Enrollment: ~14,655 students. Admissions are selective (39% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $23,100/year.
CUNY New York City College of Technology
CUNY New York City College of Technology is a public 4-year institution in Brooklyn, NY. Enrollment: ~13,580 students. Admissions are accessible (80% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,880/year.
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester Institute of Technology is a private 4-year institution in Rochester, NY. Enrollment: ~13,215 students. Admissions are accessible (67% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $52,030/year.
University at Albany
University at Albany is a public 4-year institution in Albany, NY. Enrollment: ~12,564 students. Admissions are accessible (69% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $24,910/year.
CUNY Queens College
CUNY Queens College is a public 4-year institution in Queens, NY. Enrollment: ~12,550 students. Admissions are accessible (64% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,880/year.
CUNY City College
CUNY City College is a public 4-year institution in New York, NY. Enrollment: ~12,505 students. Admissions are accessible (60% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,880/year.
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a public 4-year institution in New York, NY. Enrollment: ~11,590 students. Admissions are accessible (57% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,880/year.
CUNY Lehman College
CUNY Lehman College is a public 4-year institution in Bronx, NY. Enrollment: ~10,696 students. Admissions are accessible (57% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,880/year.
CUNY Brooklyn College
CUNY Brooklyn College is a public 4-year institution in Brooklyn, NY. Enrollment: ~10,543 students. Admissions are accessible (58% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,880/year.
Fordham University
Fordham University is a private 4-year institution in Bronx, NY. Enrollment: ~10,512 students. Admissions are accessible (59% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $54,730/year.
College of Staten Island CUNY
College of Staten Island CUNY is a public 4-year institution in Staten Island, NY. Enrollment: ~9,657 students. Admissions are accessible (92% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,880/year.
Farmingdale State College
Farmingdale State College is a public 4-year institution in Farmingdale, NY. Enrollment: ~9,552 students. Admissions are accessible (63% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $16,980/year.
St. John's University-New York
St. John's University-New York is a private 4-year institution in Queens, NY. Enrollment: ~9,477 students. Admissions are accessible (83% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $44,450/year.
Columbia University in the City of New York
Columbia University in the City of New York is a private 4-year institution in New York, NY. Enrollment: ~8,973 students. Admissions are highly selective (4% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $60,514/year.
Pace University
Pace University is a private 4-year institution in New York, NY. Enrollment: ~7,665 students. Admissions are accessible (76% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $46,978/year.
Fashion Institute of Technology
Fashion Institute of Technology is a public 4-year institution in New York, NY. Enrollment: ~7,637 students. Admissions are accessible (60% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $15,870/year.
The New School
The New School is a private 4-year institution in New York, NY. Enrollment: ~6,563 students. Admissions are accessible (63% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $51,122/year.
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