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Overview
Originally founded as the only liberal arts college in the United States with a focus on Criminal Justice and Forensic Science, the CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York system in Manhattan. John Jay confers undergraduate degrees in 21 academic fields including seven Criminal Justice concentrations. Additionally, every student is required to complete John Jay’s general education curriculum requirements including several Justice Core classes. To provide a safe space for the college’s immigrant and undocumented population, the John Jay campus houses an Immigrant Student Success Center.
Acceptance Rate:
51%
Average Net Price:
$2,532
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.2
Average SAT Composite
1055
Virtual Tour
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $7,470 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $15,420 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $22,540 |
| Books and Supplies | $1500 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
54%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
58%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,043
58%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,463
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$891
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
7%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$11,622
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$8,539
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$105
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
4%
Submitting ACT
97%
Submitting SAT
Average SAT Composite: 1055
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
13,921
Total Number of Undergrads
12,061
0
100
33%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
51%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
16:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
40
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Bloodhounds
School Colors
navy blue and light blue
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$50,000
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI learn a lot from this school because the professors are willing to help if you ask. We also are given a lot of readings and if that is not done, the professors provide class discussions to encourage me and my fellow classmates to learn.
Jsmilez from Brooklyn, NY
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Emily from Ozone Park, NY
I learned so much in this college. I was only attending for a semester and I feel so much more educated than before I attended. The classes are not too big and the teachers focus on their students rather than getting paid. They have a lot of computer areas and the library is quite huge. It's right in the middle of the city and steps away from Central Park. It's well-respected by the city. I wish I could go back.
Priscilla from Kissimmee, FL
amazing. john jay college has a great program for students considering law school. they have a dedicated faculty and a supportive staff. they understand the struggles that their students are facing and provide as much help as possible.
Christine from New York, NY
John Jay College provides all the resources you will need to succeed in life but it's up to you to utilize them. The clubs bring everyone together because you get to come out to events and be apart of a student body where you meet great people. The mix of students here is refreshing and the librarians are the best as long as your nice of course :)
Branda from Brooklyn, NY
John Jay was honestly the absolute best school I have ever seen. The professors are extremely understanding and take the time to get to know you. The school also has tons of amazing opportunities for us students.
Sundas from Coram, NY
John Jay college is a diverse and promising school with a renowned background. John Jay has grown with the modern times with it's edition of the more campus like new building, new logo, and wide variety of new classes offered. However, the same critical thinking, International fame, and prestige still remain as well as flourish.
Stephanie from New York, NY
John Jay College, by far, has been one of the greatest experiences I have had since I decided to pursue my career goals through further education. The faculty and students are down to earth being that they themselves come from various ethnic and economic backgrounds. One can say that John Jay College is an educational conglomerate of adverse and distinct ideologies.
Brauli from Bronx, NY
1. John Jay College of Criminal Justice has a beautifully campus.
2. A student who is dedicated will learn a lot from John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
3. The professors as well as the students are very helpful.
2. A student who is dedicated will learn a lot from John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
3. The professors as well as the students are very helpful.
Annette from Corona, NY
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a college that allows students of many backgrounds and diversities to learn a broaden their horizons. The professors, campus, and opportunities are just a few of the things that make the college feel like the right college for everyone. No one is turned down or overlooked. Everyone is family.
Dalida from Wayne, NJ
