College of Staten Island CUNY

Type	4 year, Public
Campus locale	City: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	Semester

Student body size	Medium
Dormitory capacity	440
Student to faculty ratio	18 to 1
Acceptance rate	99%
Students retention rate	73%
On-time graduation rate	34%

Located in Staten Island, New York, CSI-CUNY is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of College of Staten Island CUNY is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

The acceptance rate of 99% indicates that CSI-CUNY is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

College of Staten Island CUNY is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at CSI-CUNY is 18-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in New York is 15-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at CSI-CUNY is reported to be 34%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, New York state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 58% whereas the national average was 49%.

The student retention rate of 73% at CSI-CUNY suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.

Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2016 admitted students

99.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$7,490

Cost of attendance at College of Staten Island CUNY in 2022 for students from New York.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New York's average	$8,212
National average	$8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$15,440

Cost of attendance at College of Staten Island CUNY in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New York's average	$17,724
National average	$18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 92 of freshman students at College of Staten Island CUNY received on average $6,933 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,933

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	1,347	55%	$5,002	$6,737,124
Other Federal Grant	2,214	90%	$3,885	$8,601,979
State Grant/Scholarships	1,623	66%	$3,113	$5,052,693
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	1,267	51%	$1,583	$2,005,926
Total Grant & Scholarships	2,259	92%	$6,933	$15,660,598

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of College of Staten Island CUNY students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of College of Staten Island CUNY students is 33.9%. Female students graduated at a rate of 38.4%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 29.1%.

33.9%

asian 38.0% 121 students
African American 23.4% 102 students
white 43.6% 415 students
hispanic 26.2% 166 students
International Students 22.8% 18 students
Mixed Race 31.0% 9 students

Sport Conferences

Baseball City University of New York Athletic Conference
Basketball City University of New York Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country City University of New York Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

College of Staten Island CUNY provides the following additional services to its students

On-campus day care for students' children
Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

College of Staten Island CUNY offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic
Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training

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