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College of Staten Island CUNY
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Annual Tuition
$7,490
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
33.7%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$53,501
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
College of Staten Island CUNY is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Staten Island, NY. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,490, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 33.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$29,960
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.3 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$23,501
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$205,050
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$440,060
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 34%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at College of Staten Island CUNY is $14,350.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$7,490
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
76.2%
Success
33.7%
In-State Cost
$7,490
Age 25+ Students
14.3%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
1,638 students
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