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New York's pharmacology and toxicology programs split dramatically between CUNY schools under $5,000 net cost and private options exceeding $26,000. CUNY Hunter College delivers the state's most affordable option at just $2,446 annually, while graduation rates climb from 30% at York College to 78% at Stony Brook. The state's pharmaceutical research sector, anchored by companies in Albany and the Hudson Valley, creates strong demand for toxicology expertise in drug development and safety testing.
8
Programs
$2,446 – $31,955
Net Price Range
$39,729
Avg. Program Earnings
64.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Pharmacology and Toxicology Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $2,446 $7,382 61.0% 47.9%
2 $3,046 $7,470 55.5% 50.7%
3 $4,734 $7,358 30.3% 59.1%
4 $18,430 $10,560 77.8% 49.1%
5 $20,470 $10,782 73.4% 67.7%
6 $26,985 $50,110 68.5% 84.7%
7 $30,521 $40,880 72.9% 83.9%
8 $31,955 $57,950 73.6% 78.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Public CUNY schools charge net costs under $5,000 due to state funding and need-based aid, while private institutions like Clarkson University reach $31,955. The $29,509 gap reflects different funding models, with SUNY schools like Stony Brook falling in between at $18,430.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in New York?

Higher-cost programs generally show better completion rates, with expensive private schools like Nazareth achieving 73% graduation rates. However, CUNY Hunter College breaks this pattern by combining the lowest cost ($2,446) with a solid 61% graduation rate.

Where do pharmacology graduates typically find employment in New York?

New York's pharmaceutical corridor along the Hudson River houses major research facilities, while NYC offers positions in clinical research organizations and regulatory consulting. The state's $39,729 average starting salary reflects entry-level research and laboratory positions in these growing sectors.

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