Fall 2025 Application Deadline Extended to August 1st
Welcome to undergraduate admissions at the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies (CUNY SLU). We’re glad you are choosing CUNY SLU to complete your undergraduate degree and further your academic goals. SLU’s undergraduate programs are designed to meet the needs of both traditional-age and adult students seeking to commence, transition into, or complete a bachelor’s degree program.
Things to consider before applying
- A cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better is required for admission.
- We accept a maximum of 90 transfer credits. Our transfer credit section can tell you more.
- Students who are admitted to CUNY must satisfy the reading, writing, and mathematics basic skills requirements.
- A personal essay or writing sample is part of the application process.
Provide a compelling statement of purpose describing your relevant experience as well as the reason and motivation for applying to the program (250 words). - To submit your application, a $65 (freshman) $70 (transfer) non-refundable processing fee is required. Without payment, your application will not be sent to CUNY SLU. Current CUNY students, veterans of the United States Military, active duty service members, and members of the National Guard or Reserves are eligible for an application fee waiver.
Contact
Office of Admissions
25 West 43rd Street, 19th Floor
New York, NY 10036
tel: 646-313-8300
admissions@slu.cuny.edu
Undergraduate Admission Resources and Links
Important Notice: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Required
As part of the application process, you may be prompted to complete Multi-Factor Authentication through your CUNY Login account. City University of New York requires MFA to protect your personal and application information. Applicants should be prepared to verify their identity using a secondary method (such as a mobile authentication app, text message, or phone call) in order to access and submit their application. For more information and setup instructions, visit: https://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/cis/technology-services/microsoft-mfa/
If at any time you need assistance, please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@slu.cuny.edu or (646) 313-8300
The Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) program allows B.A. students to earn credits by demonstrating that their knowledge gained outside the classroom matches the learning objectives of one or more of their courses.
Student Financial Support
86%
of undergraduate students have their entire tuition covered by debt-free grants, scholarships, and waivers
94%
of CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies undergraduate students earn their degrees debt free
84%
of undergraduate students have at least half of their tuition covered by debt-free grants, scholarships, and waivers