Overview
Students of CUNY's Hunter College Study in the Heart of Bustling Manhattan
New York City, specifically Manhattan, is considered by many to be the cultural and economic center of the world. The main campus of Hunter College, located on 68th Street and Lexington Avenue, is right at the heart of this exciting area. Many of the world's finest museums, libraries, concert halls and cultural centers are just a quick walk away. Additionally, Hunter College is a landmark and a strong community presence. This allows students to become integrated with the neighborhood and the community in a way that enriches student life and the college experience, so students can thrive in the exciting, elegant, diverse Manhattan setting.
Reasonable Tuition, Financial Aid, and Outstanding Education Make Hunter a Top Value
As part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, Hunter College participates in all state and federal financial aid programs. Financial aid is available to matriculated students in the form of grants, loans, and work-study. Every new Hunter student is automatically considered for all scholarships sponsored by the college without having to apply specifically. This removes the stress and paperwork that can be involved in filling out scholarship applications. Additionally, the affordable tuition varies depending on the type of student, allowing students the maximum in flexibility without sacrificing academics. These benefits contribute to the reputation of Hunter College, whose excellent value is nationally recognized. The Princeton Review placed Hunter in the top ten public colleges in the nation in its list of "Best Value Colleges for 2009," so new students can be sure to receive an excellent education at an affordable price.
Hunter Helps Students Feel Cared for with Individual Attention in a Large College Setting
The large size of Hunter College contributes to its diversity. However, students are often intimidated by large student bodies because they fear they will be anonymous and will not receive the care and attention they need to be successful. Hunter works to alleviate this fear by focusing on each individual student. Through the Office of Student Services, students are assigned a Guidance Counselor who is available to help and support them until graduation. Counselors assist with issues from course planning to graduating on time, in addition to personal concerns that students might encounter.
Hunter also works to reach out to students who are having a difficult time with classes. The college offers many study skills workshops, which provide students with opportunities to develop and enhance their study techniques. In addition, Math and Reading Learning Centers assist students who struggle in basic areas or feel that they are falling behind. These resources ensure that no Hunter student will ever "fall through the cracks."
Students Enjoy an Exciting Student Life in the Midst of a Diverse Student Body
New York City is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse areas in the nation. Hunter College is no exception to this, with a student body that represents all cultural backgrounds. With so diverse a population, students have an easy time connecting with groups of their peers who share their interests, and learning from fellow students who have different experiences to share. Hunter College has a thriving student life, with over 100 chartered clubs, Greek letter organizations, and a student government that is actively involved in both college and New York City issues. This makes it easy for students to become involved in organizations and activities in their areas of interest, as well as to explore new ideas and broaden their horizons. Athletes can also find a home at Hunter, which has 19 men's and women's NCAA Division III sports teams, as well as a modern, fully equipped Sportsplex.
In addition to the diversity of the student body, students form a close community. Hunter students are culturally, ethnically, and racially diverse, but they are alike in their passionate commitment to their education, their futures, and the concerns of our city and nation.
Hunter College Helps Students Pursue Opportunities in Their Educations and Careers
Thanks to both its location and its reputation, Hunter gives students access to benefits and opportunities that can open doors for them during their time at Hunter and beyond. For example, its location in the heart of New York City attracts a special kind of faculty member. Some are well-known scholars and researchers in their fields, such as biologists involved in advanced research on genetic structure. Not only does Hunter prepare its students for access to research careers--with its young scientists gaining entrance to top-level doctoral programs at a rate 25% above the national average--but the college also prepares its graduates for medical and professional school, with an acceptance rate of 65%. Faculty members in all fields have considerable expertise and are dedicated to teaching.
Additionally, Hunter College takes advantage of the opportunities available in Manhattan to give students access to innumerable internships. Hosts have included Atlantic Records, CNN, the Council on Foreign Relations, Metropolitan Museum of Art, and New York City Council. These opportunities make Hunter an excellent launching point for successful careers.
