CUNY Hunter College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$4,848
Average Net Price
99%
Receive Aid
66%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at CUNY Hunter College is $4,848 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$4,848

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$1,408
$30,001-48,000$3,028
$48,001-75,000$7,051
$75,001-110,000$8,965
$110,000+$12,872

Financial Aid

CUNY Hunter College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 99% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 66% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

99%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

66%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $7,382 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $15,332. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $9,782, which is 52% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $7,382

Out-of-State: $15,332

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,382
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$22,582

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$7,382
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$22,082

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$15,332
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$30,532

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$15,332
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$30,532

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$7,382
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$11,082

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$15,332
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$19,532

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Hunter's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, CUNY Hunter College has increased costs by $262, representing a 5.7% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$4,586

Current Year

$4,848

Change

+$262

Affordability & Value

CUNY Hunter College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid99%
Pell grant recipients66%
Student-faculty ratio14:1