Cheapest Clinical Colleges in New York

CUNY schools dominate New York's most affordable Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology programs, with Baruch College offering a net price of just $2,978 compared to Marist College's $39,660. The 13-to-1 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive options reflects New York's sharp divide between public and private education. Psychology graduates entering New York's massive healthcare system find strong demand across the state's 200+ hospitals and thousands of mental health facilities. Earnings vary significantly, from $21,052 at SUNY Morrisville to $38,289 at Baruch College, often reflecting proximity to New York City's higher-paying positions.

Programs

$2,978 – $39,660

Net Price Range

$32,360

Avg. Program Earnings

60.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, New York	$2,978	$7,464	72.1%	49.5%
2	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, New York	$3,046	$7,470	55.5%	50.7%
3	Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, New York	$9,173	$8,576	57.1%	73.2%
4	SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, New York	$15,001	$8,689	44.1%	94.9%
5	SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, New York	$17,393	$8,769	31.9%	87.2%
6	SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill Cobleskill, New York	$17,980	$8,676	40.9%	84.0%
7	University at Albany Albany, New York	$18,486	$10,408	63.9%	67.9%
8	The College of Saint Rose Albany, New York	$23,819	$37,452	51.0%	78.0%
9	Pace University New York, New York	$31,046	$51,424	61.4%	82.9%
10	Ithaca College Ithaca, New York	$32,965	$50,510	74.1%	75.2%
11	New York University New York, New York	$35,035	$60,438	88.5%	12.5%
12	Marist College Poughkeepsie, New York	$39,660	$46,140	79.8%	62.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes CUNY schools so affordable for psychology students?

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College and John Jay College charge net prices under $3,100, benefiting from New York's strong public university funding. Both schools maintain acceptance rates around 50%, making them accessible options with reasonable graduation rates of 72% and 56% respectively.

How much do earnings vary between psychology programs in New York?

Graduate earnings span from $21,052 at SUNY Morrisville to $38,289 at Baruch College, an 82% difference. Geographic location plays a major role, with New York City area schools like Baruch and Pace University ($33,281) offering higher earning potential than rural campuses.

Is debt a major concern for New York psychology students?

Debt levels range from $12,395 at John Jay College to $27,500 at SUNY Morrisville. Public schools generally keep debt below $20,000, while private options like The College of Saint Rose average $20,500 despite higher sticker prices.

Where do the highest graduation rates occur among affordable programs?

Baruch College leads with a 72% graduation rate at the lowest net price, while University at Albany achieves 64% graduation rates. Rural SUNY schools like Morrisville struggle more, with graduation rates around 32% despite lower costs.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.