CUNY Medgar Evers College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
CUNY Medgar Evers College is a public four-year university in Brooklyn, New York, serving roughly 3,233 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 86.05% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $46,498 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $7,352
- 2024 Average Net Price: $5,718 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 86.05% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,233 66.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 19.77%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 50.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 25.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 36.5%
- Average SAT Score: 920
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,844
- Applicants (IPEDS): 11,239
- Room & Board: $22,260 annual estimate
CUNY Medgar Evers College: what the data shows
Common questions about CUNY Medgar Evers College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is CUNY Medgar Evers College?
CUNY Medgar Evers College is located in Brooklyn, NY (ZIP 11225).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is CUNY Medgar Evers College public or private?
CUNY Medgar Evers College is a Public institution.
How much does CUNY Medgar Evers College cost?
Published tuition: $7,352 in-state, $15,302 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $5,718.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $4,368 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $5,547 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $8,661 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,131 |
| $110,001+ | $14,006 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $29,408.
How hard is it to get into CUNY Medgar Evers College?
Admission rate: 86.05%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 920.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is CUNY Medgar Evers College?
Total enrollment: 3,233 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,844 students.
About 66% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at CUNY Medgar Evers College?
150%-time completion rate: 19.77%.
First-year retention: 49.7%.
What do graduates of CUNY Medgar Evers College earn?
Median earnings: $37,538 six years after entry; $46,498 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $10,988.
56.32% of students receive Pell grants.
What is CUNY Medgar Evers College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Physical Sciences, General (111 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (80 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (78 completions)
- Psychology, General (77 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (55 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (46 completions)
- Social Work (40 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (37 completions)
- Teacher Assistant/Aide (28 completions)
- Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs (18 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is CUNY Medgar Evers College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 86.05%; completion rate 19.77%; median earnings $46,498 at 10 years; net price $5,718. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$7,352
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at CUNY Medgar Evers College was $7,352.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$5,718
2024 Value
In 2024 CUNY Medgar Evers College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $5,718.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,872 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$5,718 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$29,408 4-Year In-State Tuition
$61,208 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$22,260 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,500 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$31,112 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$124,448 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for CUNY Medgar Evers College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
56.32% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
10.45% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at CUNY Medgar Evers College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for CUNY Medgar Evers College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,032 | $12,542 | $8,081 |
| 2014 | $6,332 | $13,142 | $8,590 |
| 2015 | $6,680 | $13,790 | $9,354 |
| 2016 | $6,756 | $13,866 | $6,730 |
| 2017 | $6,952 | $14,342 | $5,978 |
| 2018 | $7,152 | $14,822 | $6,294 |
| 2019 | $7,352 | $15,302 | $5,507 |
| 2020 | $7,352 | $15,302 | $6,689 |
| 2021 | $7,352 | $15,302 | $5,993 |
| 2022 | $7,352 | $15,302 | $7,849 |
| 2023 | $7,352 | $15,302 | $5,881 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
86.05% Acceptance Rate
11,239 Total Applicants
9,372 Students Admitted
757 First-Time Students Enrolled
8.08% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 920
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
CUNY Medgar Evers College reported total enrollment of about 3,233 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 27% male and 73% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (70.7%), Hispanic or Latino (18.5%), and Two or More Races (3.2%). About 56.32% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 50.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
66.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at CUNY Medgar Evers College in 2024 is 3,233 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,844 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
49.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 70.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
8.33% 100% Completion Time
19.77% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 8.33% of students graduating from CUNY Medgar Evers College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Physical Sciences, General: 19% male / 81% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 21% male / 79% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 14% male / 86% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for CUNY Medgar Evers College.
Return on Investment
$10,988 Median Student Debt
$46,498 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
23.63% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1932.97% Return on Investment
2.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for CUNY Medgar Evers College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 23 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Physical Sciences, General: 111 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 80 completions
3. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 78 completions
4. Psychology, General: 77 completions
5. Business/Commerce, General: 55 completions
6. Business Administration and Management, General: 46 completions
7. Social Work: 40 completions
8. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 37 completions
9. Teacher Assistant/Aide: 28 completions
Most popular programs at CUNY Medgar Evers College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for CUNY Medgar Evers College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for CUNY Medgar Evers College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 36.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,999
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $24,544
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
CUNY Medgar Evers College is a public institution located in Brooklyn, NY, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Physical Sciences, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Enrollment is approximately 3,233 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (70.7%), Hispanic or Latino (18.5%), Two or More Races (3.2%). The admission rate is 86.05%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 920. The 150%-time completion rate is 19.77%. Approximately 56.32% of students receive Pell Grants. About 50.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
Brooklyn, NY 11225
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 19.77% graduation rate at CUNY Medgar Evers College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is CUNY Medgar Evers College located?
CUNY Medgar Evers College is located in Brooklyn, NY.
What is CUNY Medgar Evers College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at CUNY Medgar Evers College is 86.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 11,239 applicants and 9,372 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does CUNY Medgar Evers College cost?
Reported tuition is $7,352 and average net price is $5,718 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $22,260 annually.
What is the student body demographics at CUNY Medgar Evers College?
CUNY Medgar Evers College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,844 students, Black or African American (70.7%), Hispanic or Latino (18.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend CUNY Medgar Evers College?
About 50.3% of students at CUNY Medgar Evers College are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for CUNY Medgar Evers College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, CUNY Medgar Evers College reports midpoint SAT about 920.
What do graduates of CUNY Medgar Evers College earn?
Median earnings are $37,538 six years after entry and $46,498 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at CUNY Medgar Evers College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 19.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do CUNY Medgar Evers College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $10,988.
Is CUNY Medgar Evers College public or private?
CUNY Medgar Evers College is a public institution located in Brooklyn, NY.
Is CUNY Medgar Evers College an HBCU?
No. CUNY Medgar Evers College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is CUNY Medgar Evers College a tribal college?
No. CUNY Medgar Evers College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.