Overview
Founded in 1919 as the School of Business and Civic Administration of the City College of New York, Baruch College became an independent senior college of CUNY in 1968, named after financier and statesman Bernard M. Baruch. It has grown into one of the most respected public business schools in the nation, with its Zicklin School of Business among the largest AACSB-accredited business schools in the United States. Baruch is consistently ranked among the top colleges in the country for economic diversity and social mobility, and is celebrated for producing high return on investment relative to tuition cost.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | New York, New York |
| Founded | 1919 |
| Total students | 18,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 17:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 36% |
| Graduation rate | 72% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $7,780 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $16,830 |
| Room & board | $18,000 |
| Average financial aid | $12,500 |
| Students receiving aid | 70% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1230-1420 |
| ACT range | 26-31 |
| Average GPA | 3.60 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- Accounting
- Finance
- Marketing Management
- Public Affairs
- Actuarial Science
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.