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City University of New York

Quick snapshot

City University of New York in 30 seconds

City University of New York is a public university in New York City, USA, founded in 1961, with around 275,000 students.

How competitive is it?

Competitive

Good grades and a clear statement of purpose put you in a strong position.

TeamOnline’s estimate from reputation and the profiles we see admitted.

Studying in the USA

The widest choice of universities, scholarships and research funding.

Study in the USA guide →

What It Costs

Tuition, living and the total in rupees.

Tuition a year

$15,000 – $45,000 / year

Living

$1,000 – $1,800 / month

Per year, in rupees

Rs 76 lakh – Rs 1.9 crore

Typical ranges for the USA; City University of New York’s fees vary by course. Rupee figures are rough, at about Rs 280 per US dollar.

How To Apply

Route, timeline and the next deadlines.

Route: Apply to each graduate school directly: statement of purpose, recommendations, GRE/GMAT where required. Most deadlines fall between December and February; funded PhDs earliest.

  1. 12–15 months beforeShortlist, GRE/IELTS and refereesStep 1
  2. 9–12 monthsSOP, CV and research proposalStep 2
  3. 6–10 monthsApply (scholarship rounds first)Step 3
  4. 3–6 monthsOffers, funding and acceptanceStep 4
  5. 1–3 monthsVisa and travelStep 5

Scholarships To Look At

Awards Pakistani students use here.

All scholarships for the USA →

Your F-1 student visa

Demanding: The interview decides it: you must show funds, purpose and ties to Pakistan.

  1. 1I-20 from your universityIssued once you prove funds for the first year.
  2. 2SEVIS feePay the I-901 SEVIS fee online.
  3. 3DS-160 formComplete the online visa form and pay the fee.
  4. 4Book the interviewAt the US Embassy in Islamabad or the Consulate in Karachi. Wait times vary, so book early.
  5. 5InterviewShort and direct: why this course, how you will pay, what you will do after.
  6. 6Passport and travelYou can enter up to 30 days before your programme starts.

Watch out: Interviews are short. Students who cannot explain their funding or plans clearly in two sentences are often refused.

How We Help You Get In

01

Honest shortlist

Universities and scholarships you can realistically win, not the ones that pay agents most.

02

Applications that stand out

SOPs, CVs and references shaped with you, then checked line by line.

03

Visa file done right

Funds, documents and interview practice for your country’s rules.

04

Ready to fly

Accommodation, travel and pre-departure briefing so you land prepared.

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City University of New York: FAQs

01Can Pakistani students apply to City University of New York?

Yes. International students usually apply through Common App or the university’s portal, then need a F-1 student visa. TeamOnline helps with the shortlist, documents, essays and visa.

02How hard is it to get into City University of New York?

Competitive. Good grades and a clear statement of purpose put you in a strong position.

03How much does it cost to study at City University of New York?

Tuition in the USA is typically $15,000 – $45,000 / year, with living costs of $1,000 – $1,800 / month. That is roughly Rs 76 lakh to Rs 1.9 crore a year in total. Scholarships can cover much or all of it.

04Where is City University of New York?

City University of New York is in New York City, USA.

05What scholarships can I use at City University of New York?

Options include Fulbright Program (master’s & PhD), Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship, Global UGRAD Pakistan, Knight-Hennessy Scholars. Eligibility changes every year, so check the official pages or ask a counsellor.

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