Login Register

CUNY Hunter College
- Inside Scoop

RT
Currently attending or alumni?
Review this school!
Are you interested
in this school?
Yes, let this school know
Maybe, bookmark for later
No, get better matches
Saving your decision
Yes
Maybe
No

We will attempt to notify this
school of your interest.

This school has been saved to your schools list.

This school has been removed from your recommended schools list.

For your next recommendation, check out .

Jump to a section:

Report Card
Quick Stats
Student Reviews
Facts
Take A SurveyWrite A ReviewUpload A PhotoLink Up A VideoWrite The Guide
CUNY Hunter College - Inside Scoop - Inside Scoop - College ProwlerCollege Prowler0.00

Inside Scoop

Quick Stats

School Slang
  • 6: Subway line that stops directly at Hunter
  • Blackboard: Online service that some classes utilize to update students on tests and homework and to post homework and take-home exams
  • Block: Freshman grouping of classes based on an academic theme
  • CPE: CUNY Proficiency Examination, a three-hour test all students are required to take the first semester after they’ve earned 45 credits
  • CUNY+: Library catalog service
  • Dean’s Hours: The Dean's Hours are 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. every Wednesday, when there are no classes; this is the time when most clubs meet.
  • ePermit: Enables students to take courses at other CUNY schools
  • eSIMS: Online site where you register and can view your schedule, bill, and transcript
  • GER: General Education Requirement
  • Laptop kids: Students in the Honors College who receive free MACs as a part of their scholarship
  • NSE: National Student Exchange
  • OASIS: Office of Administrative and Information Services, where you can get your ID, semester bill, and ask registration questions
  • ORSEM: Seminar required for all freshmen
  • Overtally: Registering for a full class; many people have to resort to this to get their major and general education requirements completed in time to graduate.
  • Shuttle: Bus service between the 68th Street Campus and Brookdale Campus
  • Skywalks: Three crosswalks connecting the buildings
  • SNet: Anything dealing with e-services at Hunter; if your password for computer access isn’t working, this is who you contact.
  • SRC: Student Resource Center
  • Thomas Hunter: Original campus building; club offices, most English classes, and the Reading/Writing Center are located here.
  • Uptown: Hunter’s main campus at 68th Street
  • USG: Undergraduate Student Government
Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming To School
  • It’s not a big party school.
  • Registering for the classes you want can be very difficult.
  • The Honors College program is where you get free tuition and a laptop, but you can only apply as a freshman.
  • There is a two-year language requirement.
Tips to Succeed
  • Attend class and be on time—a lot of teachers keep track and may penalize.
  • Buy textbooks before the semester begins to avoid the long lines.
  • Keep on top of the readings. It's hard to participate when you have no idea what the class is discussing.
  • Keep track of every piece of paper you get concerning requirements.
  • Make a friend in every class and get his/her contact information.
  • Participate, especially if it counts toward your grade.
  • Research professors before taking their classes.
  • See an adviser before registering for classes.
  • See professors outside of the classroom.
See how you stack up against students who were accepted to this school . . .And calculate your chances!Register to get started

Hunter College Student ReviewsWhat's This?

Sort by:

Loading...

Inside Scoop at CUNY Hunter College

GabeL

Psychology '15

4.6
A

Pre-Med and School of Nursing

Most students I talk to are interested in a science major or pre-med track, and Nursing is a popular major as well. The sciences are very challenging at Hunter but it is worth trudging through it to prepare for the MCAT's.

Apr 23, 2012

Comment actions: Rate
Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

Inside Scoop at CUNY Hunter College

patkl

Psychology '13

3.8
B+

Great Education but Commuter School

Hunter College provides many educational opportunities; however many of these have to be sought after independently. No one will hand you anything in this school. The school is a commuter school and therefore the atmosphere is not the friendliest. It is the type of school where you want to take your classes and get out. Yet New York City is a great place to attend school, and everyone just wants to get out there and enjoy it. Hunter offers a variety of clubs and organizations, both academic and leisurely, that will fit anyone's interests.

Mar 21, 2012

Comment actions: Rate
Report as inappropriate/inaccurate

Inside Scoop at CUNY Hunter College

maria1990

Nursing '13

5.0
A+

Comfort All Around

I feel the school is made for and by the students. There are always fliers hanging up for almost every type of activity one could imagine. There are campus parties and even a place one can get beer for free-as long as they are of age.

Sep 23, 2011

Comment actions: Rate
Report as inappropriate/inaccurate
Page 1 of 5
User rating for CUNY Hunter College - Inside Scoop is 4.6 out of 5 based on 15 user reviews.

Facts

Urban Legends The Brookdale Campus used to be a mental institution.

Become a Contributing Author Learn more »

Most Recent Student Author View all

Name
Etinosa Agbonlahor
Hometown
Nigeria
Major
Psychology and Creative Writing

College Prowler is seeking talented student authors to assist with writing and updating the College Prowler guides to their schools. This is a great opportunity for a student to gain experience and tremendous exposure, utilize new media techniques, and share advice with high school students about what life is really like at your college.

Buy the eBook "CUNY Hunter College 2012: Off The Record"
AmazonBarnes & NobleGoogleSmashwords
Download a FREE Printable Summary (PDF)

Find a college

Find a major

Scholarships

Reviews

Search College Prowler

Company

How do we get our information? Find out here or report an error here. The statistics on our site are from the National Center for Education Statistics IPEDS database.
We update this information twice annually, most recently in May 2012, but it may not be the most recent information available for a particular school.
For additional information we encourage you to visit school websites or contact the schools directly.