CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

What is the accreditation of CUNY Bernard M Baruch College?

Baruch College is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Institutional accreditation evaluates the college as a whole, including areas such as academic quality, governance, and student support.

The Zicklin School of Business also holds business-school accreditation from AACSB International. That is a separate, programmatic distinction and should not be confused with Middle States accreditation of the college. Institutional accreditation is relevant to federal student-aid eligibility, but a receiving college decides whether to accept particular transfer courses. Students pursuing a licensed profession should check the requirements of that profession and the status of their specific program.

What are the admission requirements at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College?

First-year applicants generally apply to Baruch through the CUNY undergraduate application and submit a high school transcript or an accepted high school equivalency credential. Baruch does not have open admission: in the reported admissions cycle, it admitted about 48% of first-time applicants.

CUNY reviews applicants' academic records, including grades and coursework. A secondary school record and GPA are part of the application; class rank is not required. Recommendations may be considered but are not generally required. SAT and ACT policies can change by entry term, so applicants should check CUNY's current testing instructions rather than assume a score is mandatory or advantageous. Applicants whose schooling was outside the United States or whose circumstances trigger English-proficiency review may need additional credentials or language-test results.

Deadlines and document rules differ for first-year, transfer, international, and graduate applicants. Prospective students should use the CUNY application instructions for their intended term and check any additional requirements for the school or graduate program they want to enter.

What are the application fees and waivers at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College?

The standard CUNY undergraduate application fee is $65 for a first-year application and $70 for a transfer application. These are application charges, not tuition or enrollment deposits; graduate program fees may differ.

CUNY offers fee waivers to applicants who meet its eligibility rules, including certain applicants with documented financial need or participation in qualifying programs. The waiver process depends on the applicant's category and application method. Applicants seeking one should review CUNY's instructions and arrange the waiver before paying and submitting, since eligibility does not make a previously paid fee automatically refundable.

What types of ROTC programs are available at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College?

Baruch does not operate its own ROTC unit. Students interested in Army or Air Force ROTC may be able to participate through a cooperating host institution, subject to that program's cross-enrollment arrangements and scheduling rules.

ROTC participation is separate from admission to Baruch. Scholarship eligibility, physical and academic standards, required training, and any eventual service obligation depend on the branch and the student's contract. A prospective participant should confirm current cross-enrollment access with the host ROTC detachment before planning courses around it.

What are the requirements for transfer students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College?

Baruch accepts transfer applications for fall and spring and generally considers college credit earned at accredited institutions. Applicants submit a CUNY transfer application and official transcripts from every college attended; some must also provide high school records or additional credentials.

Admission and credit acceptance are separate decisions. CUNY and Baruch evaluate completed courses for transfer credit, while the relevant academic school determines how those credits apply to a major and its prerequisites. CUNY transfer pathways and course-equivalency resources can help applicants estimate how prior work may count, but an official evaluation is the basis for degree planning. Students aiming for Zicklin or another structured major should pay particular attention to prerequisite courses and remaining residency requirements before enrolling.

What types of study abroad programs are available at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College?

Baruch students can explore study abroad through college advising and CUNY's wider international-education network. Depending on the term and program, options may include semester study, shorter programs, and opportunities administered by another CUNY college or an approved partner.

Program availability changes, so students should establish in advance whether proposed courses will satisfy Baruch degree requirements. They should also compare program fees, travel costs, and housing with their usual expenses. Financial aid may be usable for an eligible program, but the applicable rules depend on the student's aid package and the program's approval; academic and financial-aid clearance should come before making nonrefundable travel commitments.