About CUNY Brooklyn College
You can find academic excellence and intellectual freedom at CUNY Brooklyn College. The four-year public institution is one of 25 colleges within the City University of New York. Brooklyn College is known for outstanding academic programs and research in such areas as:
- The Arts
- Sciences
- Business
- Education
Though its motto is “Nothing without great effort,” the school strives to ease the path for immigrants and first-generation college students. The college also offers online undergraduate courses and graduate programs to provide a quality education to those with busy lives. Graduates enter the workforce as well-rounded, critical and creative thinkers who have the knowledge and skills to become leaders to serve the increasingly global community.
Accreditation & Licensing
CUNY Brooklyn College is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Type:
4-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Post-master's certificateReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 14,169 ; Graduate: 3,057Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 12% ; Graduate: 26%Graduation Rate:
57%Transfer Rate:
22%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$60,752Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$11,000Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
71%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$8,080Credit for Military Training:
YesGeographic and Educational Overview
CUNY Brooklyn College is located in New York
New York at a Glance:

Top Majors in New York:
Top Incentives in New York:
- Tuition Assistance Program (TAP): Up to $5,665 annually
- Excelsior Scholarship: Full tuition coverage
Top Career Pathways in New York:
- Entry Level: Financial Analyst ($85,000)
- Mid Level: Senior Analyst ($130,000)
- Senior Level: Finance Director ($200,000+)
- Required Education: BS Finance
- Certifications: CFA, Series 7, Series 63
