Admissions Overview
The admission process at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice has a 57% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
57%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
17,921
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
20%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice has a 57% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$65
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
High School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice. About 5% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,000 to 1,250.
SAT Scores
5% of students submitted400
1600
1000 – 1250
200
800
520 – 640
200
800
480 – 610
Admission Statistics
17,921 students applied to John Jay. Of those, 57% were accepted (10,255 students). Of these 10,255 accepted students, 2,033 chose to enroll.
17,921
Total Applicants
10,255
Students Admitted
2,033
Students Enrolled
57%
Acceptance Rate