Rankings
How every major ranking places City University of New York. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & teaching | 137 | $20,520 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 49 | $20,520 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 41 | $20,520 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 41 | $20,520 | See → |
| Social sciences | 31 | $20,520 | See → |
| Business & management | 22 | $20,520 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 22 | $20,520 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 18 | $20,520 | See → |
| Psychology | 18 | $20,520 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 17 | $20,520 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 12 | $22,680 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 12 | $20,520 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 11 | $20,520 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 6 | $20,520 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 5 | $20,520 | See → |
| Hospitality, tourism & service industry | 1 | $20,520 | See → |
Costs and entry
21 courses mention scholarships. 199 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at City University of New York
The job market for City University of New York's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at City University of New York cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $20,520 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: engineering & technology courses are typically $22,680, education & teaching $20,520.
How is City University of New York ranked?
City University of New York is ranked #613 by QS (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Anthropology (#51) and Performing Arts (#51).
What IELTS score does City University of New York need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (64 of the 87 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall.
How many postgraduate courses does City University of New York offer?
439 postgraduate courses across 16 fields; the largest are education & teaching (137), public health & allied health (49) and arts, design & creative studies (41).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from City University of New York's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, QS subject rankings 2025.