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CUNY John Jay College delivers Physical Sciences education for just $3,046 net cost, creating an extraordinary $44,514 price gap compared to Yeshiva University's $47,560. This difference matters significantly in New York's competitive scientific market, where major pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer and research institutions across the state actively recruit graduates. The five programs span from John Jay's focused criminal justice approach to Colgate's 90.50% graduation rate, offering students multiple pathways into New York's thriving biotech and research sectors.
5
Programs
$3,046 – $47,560
Net Price Range
$63,005
Avg. Program Earnings
73.8%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Physical Sciences Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $3,046 $7,470 55.5% 50.7%
2 $26,985 $50,110 68.5% 84.7%
3 $29,107 $67,024 90.5% 12.4%
4 $29,694 $57,016 70.8% 67.2%
5 $47,560 $49,900 83.7% 63.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes CUNY John Jay College's $3,046 cost possible for Physical Sciences students?

As a public institution, John Jay benefits from state funding and TAP grants that dramatically reduce costs for New York residents. The $3,046 net price represents actual out-of-pocket expenses after all financial aid, making it 87% less expensive than the next most affordable option at $26,985.

How do graduation rates vary among New York's most affordable Physical Sciences programs?

Graduation rates span from John Jay's 55.50% to Colgate's impressive 90.50%, a 35-percentage-point difference. Rochester Institute of Technology achieves 70.80% while maintaining strong industry connections, and St. John's reaches 68.50% with an 84.67% acceptance rate.

Does the $47,560 price difference between cheapest and most expensive translate to better outcomes?

The data shows mixed results, with Yeshiva University's $47,560 net cost producing an 83.70% graduation rate compared to John Jay's 55.50% at $3,046. However, Rochester Institute of Technology demonstrates that mid-range pricing at $29,694 can deliver both strong graduation rates and documented earnings of $63,005.

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