Campus Identity
CUNY Brooklyn College is a mid-size public university in Brooklyn, NY. Approximately 10,543 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 58% acceptance rate. The campus sits in a beach town, just 8 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 48 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
CUNY Brooklyn College is a mid-size public university in Brooklyn, NY. Approximately 10,543 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 58% acceptance rate. The campus sits in a beach town, just 8 miles from the ocean. Ski resorts are within 48 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
CUNY Brooklyn College is a 10,000–19,999, urban school. The campus is 8 miles from Rockaway Beach, NY and 32 miles from Campgaw Mountain.
School Size & Setting
10,000–19,999
Urban setting
Beach Access
8 miles
Rockaway Beach, NY
Weather
Warm Climate
49°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
CUNY Brooklyn College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Campgaw Mountain, 32 miles away with 5 lifts and 23 skiable acres. All are within 46 miles of campus.
New Jersey
New Jersey
New York
Beach Town
Students at CUNY Brooklyn College are 8 miles from Rockaway Beach, NY, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Rockaway Beach, NY
Ocean access within 7.6 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn has a mild climate, with winters averaging 34°F in Jan and summers peaking around 78°F in Jul.
Station: NEW YORK · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
CUNY Brooklyn College in NY earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,452 | $15,402 |
| Fees | $510 | $510 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $7,962 | $15,912 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
112 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is CUNY Brooklyn College located?
CUNY Brooklyn College is located in Brooklyn, NY. The main campus address is 2900 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at CUNY Brooklyn College?
CUNY Brooklyn College has an acceptance rate of 58%, making it moderately selective. Out of 30,224 applicants, 17,639 were admitted in the most recent year. 10,543 students enrolled.
How much does it cost to attend CUNY Brooklyn College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, CUNY Brooklyn College charges $7,452/year for in-state students and $15,402/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $15,390/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $3,103/year — what students actually pay. Use CUNY Brooklyn College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is the application fee for CUNY Brooklyn College?
The undergraduate application fee at CUNY Brooklyn College is $65. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.
Is CUNY Brooklyn College the right fit for me?
Whether CUNY Brooklyn College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (58% admit rate), avg net price ($3,103/year after aid), campus culture in Brooklyn, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh CUNY Brooklyn College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with CUNY Brooklyn College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY
- Size
- 10,000–19,999
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's, Master's
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 49°F avg
- App Fee
- $65
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- New York, NY (JFK) · 9 mialso LGA (11 mi), EWR (12 mi)
Location
Brooklyn, NY