General Information

Location:
New York, New York , 10065

General Info:
(212) 772-4000

Website:
www.hunter.cuny.edu

Type:
4-year, Public

Awards offered:
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor's Degree
Master's Degree
Post Master's Degree

Campus setting:
City: Large

Campus housing:
Yes

Student population:
20,845 (15,718 undergraduate)

Mascot:
Hawks


Mission Statement

Hunter College is a comprehensive teaching, research and service institution, long committed to excellence and access of undergraduate and graduate students in the liberal arts and sciences, as well as in several professional fields: education, health sciences, nursing and social work. Founded in 1870, Hunter is one of the oldest public colleges in the country, dedicated from its earliest days to serving a student body which reflects the diversity of New York City. Hunter takes pride in the success it has had over the years in enabling the people of New York to combine the strengths of their varied experiences with the skills they need to participate effectively in the wider society.

Special Learning Opportunities
Teacher certification Study abroad

Student Services
Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers On-campus day care for students' children

Credit Accepted
Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits

Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)

Religious Affiliation
Not applicable

Federal Aid
Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).

Undergraduate Student Age
24 and under: 72% 25 and over: 28%