Freshman Admissions Requirements and Application Review

We are looking to admit students who demonstrate academic success with potential to grow and flourish within the Baruch College community:

The major aspects used for review are:

• High School transcript/diploma or equivalent
• Overall Grade Point Average and success in individual subjects
• Curriculum rigor
• College essay (recommended)
• Letters of recommendation (optional)
• Evidence of demonstrated leadership and intellectual curiosity (recommended)

These steps are designed for current high school seniors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get familiar with the application process.

We make decisions on a rolling basis, but recommend completing your application by the “priority deadline”.

CUNY Application Requirements

Recommended Application Materials

After you submit your completed application, the admissions review process begins.

Documents should be submitted to the University Application Processing Center (UAPC) with your CUNYfirst ID# to the following address:

Admissions Decisions

Decisions are e-mailed on a rolling basis after the priority deadline. We examine your entire high school academic records, including difficulty of classes, GPA and grade trends. We also look at the strength of your standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, NY State Regents) and any additional supporting documents including the recommended essay, and letters of recommendation.

Applications submitted after the priority deadline will be considered on a space available basis.

You can check the status of your application by logging into your CUNYfirst account and selecting ‘Student Center’ then ‘Admissions’ then ‘View Details.’ You can also call the CUNY Welcome Center at (212) 997-2869.

For further information, see CUNY’s information on admissions decisions here.

Transfer Admissions Requirements and Application Review

Baruch College will review your application based on your overall GPA and demonstrated proficiency in math and English:

• Overall academic average or GPA in college courses
• Strong performance in one or more specific subject areas
• Demonstration of proficiency in math and English
• Academic average or GPA in high school (applies to students who have completed fewer than 24 college credits)
• Proof of high school graduation

Attend an open house, take a campus tour, or meet with a transfer advisor to find out how Baruch can help you reach your potential.

Transfer Application deadlines:

Fall: February 1

Spring: September 15

Once you have applied, check the status of your application

After submitting supporting documents, please allow 3-4 weeks for your application status to update. Please note that all materials and documents submitted as part of an application for admission become the property of CUNY and cannot be returned.

Click here to check the status of your transfer application.

You may also contact the CUNY Helpdesk at: (212) 997-CUNY (2869).

Admissions Decisions

You must accept the Offer of Admission via CUNYfirst, and pay a non-refundable $100 Commitment Tuition Deposit. The Commitment Tuition Deposit enables you to confirm your enrollment and will be applied to your first semester tuition charges.

Your deposit must be submitted by the deadline stated in your acceptance letter email.

Newly admitted transfer students should visit the Admitted student’s page for more information.

The application deadline for Fall 2024 Macaulay Honors College is November 16, 2023 at 6:00 PM EST. This deadline includes the application, transcript (all high school and secondary schools transcripts), essays, and optional resume. Click here to visit the Official Macaulay Honors website for the most up to date information.

Two-step notification process:

1) Beginning in February, applicants will be notified of their admission decision as General Freshman by all college choices listed on their application.

2) March 15, 2024 – Macaulay applicants will be notified of their admission decision into Macaulay Honors College by only one of the college choices listed on their application.

The Macaulay (CUNY) Application will open on September 1, 2023, on CUNY’s website and must be completed online. You’ll be directed to create a CUNY Application account first and then to a special section for Macaulay applicants.

After completing the application, print out the application summary package. It contains important documents and provides you with a printed record of your submission. All letters of recommendation are due by November 28, 2023 at 6:00 PM EST.

Students applying to Macaulay may also be considered for the Baruch Honors program and other merit-based scholarships. For more information please visit: Baruch Honors.

The deadlines we have listed for the CUNY applications are Priority Deadlines for applicants within the United States. We suggest international students have their applications completed and sent in at least 4 weeks prior to the deadline. Applications will not be processed until all required documents have been received. Please refer to the following site for specific instructions.

If you have graduated from a high school/secondary school outside the U.S. not listed above, you are required to submit your complete academic record (all years), as well as any national or government certificates earned. We accept photocopies of secondary school transcripts, diplomas, mark sheets and/or secondary external examination certificates. Please review the list of Required Secondary School Credentials.

Additional Items for Applicants Educated Outside of the U.S.

• Official English Translation of Foreign Records
• TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Score (for students requiring an F-1 or J-1 visa) – As an alternative, we are currently accepting the Duolingo English Exam.

The Percy Ellis Sutton SEEK (Search for Education Elevation and Knowledge) Program provides economically disadvantaged students with the tools they need to create their own success: to graduate and pursue fulfilling and productive lives, to develop an awareness of themselves and a sense of dedication to their community.

In order to be considered, students must indicate their interest in SEEK on the Freshman application. If academic requirements are met, applicants will be asked to submit supporting documents to prove financial eligibility.

Refer to the following site for eligibility requirements.