Urban Studies/Affairs

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#1

#1 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Barnard College
New York, NY

Barnard College is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

9%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

1,440–1,530

Est. Net Price *

$26,009

Median Starting Salary

$57,714

#2

#2 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC

Generally, the College of Charleston is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,150–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$21,120

Median Starting Salary

$59,603

#3

#3 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Dillard University
New Orleans, LA

Generally, Dillard University is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$18,949

Median Starting Salary

$56,227

#4

#4 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Haverford College
Haverford, PA

Haverford College is a extremely selective school. They receive approximately 5,700 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

14%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,440–1,540

Est. Net Price *

$23,476

Median Starting Salary

$56,829

#5

#5 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA

Virginia Commonwealth University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,040–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$21,294

Median Starting Salary

$58,992

#6

#6 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN

Saint Cloud State University is a non selective school. They receive about 4,800 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$14,065

Median Starting Salary

$60,161

#7

#7 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Hampshire College
Amherst, MA

Hampshire College is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,160–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$24,087

Median Starting Salary

$62,200

#8

#8 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Harris-Stowe State University
Saint Louis, MO

Harris-Stowe State University is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

850–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$10,239

Median Starting Salary

$55,262

#9

#9 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Trinity College
Hartford, CT

Trinity College is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

36%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,320–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$32,704

Median Starting Salary

$62,930

#10

#10 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Tacoma, WA

the University of Washington-Tacoma Campus is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

960–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$10,680

Median Starting Salary

$57,552

#11

#11 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY

Vassar College is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

19%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,430–1,530

Est. Net Price *

$30,603

Median Starting Salary

$58,377

#12

#12 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr, PA

Bryn Mawr College is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

31%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,310–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$39,072

Median Starting Salary

$63,292

#13

#13 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Rhodes College
Memphis, TN

In general, Rhodes College is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,310–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$30,672

Median Starting Salary

$65,169

#14

#14 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of California-Irvine
Irvine, CA

the University of California-Irvine is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

21%

Annual Degrees Awarded

68

SAT Score

1,240–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$14,033

Median Starting Salary

$53,577

#15

#15 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH

Cleveland State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$15,719

Median Starting Salary

$56,135

#16

#16 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

New York University
New York, NY

Generally, New York University is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,470–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$29,499

Median Starting Salary

$55,756

#17

#17 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX

Overall, The University of Texas at Austin is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

31%

Annual Degrees Awarded

39

SAT Score

1,240–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$17,434

Median Starting Salary

$55,823

#18

#18 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA

Every year, Penn receives approximately 54,600 applications from prospective freshman with an acceptance...

Acceptance Rate

6%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,500–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$26,123

Median Starting Salary

$51,817

#19

#19 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of California-Berkeley
Berkeley, CA

In general, the University of California-Berkeley is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

1,330–1,540

Est. Net Price *

$19,257

Median Starting Salary

$51,071

#20

#20 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of California-San Diego
La Jolla, CA

In general, the University of California-San Diego is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

24%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,290–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$16,111

Median Starting Salary

$53,006

#21

#21 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Columbia University in the City of New York
New York, NY

Columbia University requires all freshman students to apply online, using either The Coalition Application...

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,500–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$22,058

Median Starting Salary

$49,704

#22

#22 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

the University of Connecticut is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

1,240–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$23,985

Median Starting Salary

$59,142

#23

#23 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

Generally, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

43

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$13,159

Median Starting Salary

$56,884

#24

#24 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN

Generally, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

1,290–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$16,018

Median Starting Salary

$60,269

#25

#25 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Stanford University
Stanford, CA

Every year, the Stanford Admissions Department receives about 56,000 applications.

Acceptance Rate

4%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,490–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$18,279

Median Starting Salary

$52,326

#26

#26 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

CUNY Queens College
Queens, NY

Generally, CUNY Queens College is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

1,050–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$6,434

Median Starting Salary

$54,319

#27

#27 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Brown University
Providence, RI

Every year, 50,600 students apply to Brown University through the Common Application.

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,500–1,590

Est. Net Price *

$26,723

Median Starting Salary

$58,872

#28

#28 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA

In general, the University of Southern California is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,450–1,550

Est. Net Price *

$36,808

Median Starting Salary

$53,451

#29

#29 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of the District of Columbia
Washington, DC

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$15,021

Median Starting Salary

$54,985

#30

#30 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA

San Francisco State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$13,267

Median Starting Salary

$56,302

#31

#31 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Trinity University
San Antonio, TX

Trinity University is a extremely selective school. The school receives approximately 11,500 applications...

Acceptance Rate

31%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,320–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$30,038

Median Starting Salary

$60,993

#32

#32 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh, PA

the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,300–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$24,286

Median Starting Salary

$60,387

#33

#33 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Portland State University
Portland, OR

Generally, Portland State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

970–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$16,273

Median Starting Salary

$54,826

#34

#34 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Washington University in St Louis
Saint Louis, MO

Washington University in St Louis is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,480–1,560

Est. Net Price *

$23,432

Median Starting Salary

$59,692

#35

#35 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

CUNY Hunter College
New York, NY

CUNY Hunter College is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,180–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$4,848

Median Starting Salary

$53,601

#36

#36 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Fordham University
Bronx, NY

Fordham University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,340–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$43,943

Median Starting Salary

$63,195

#37

#37 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL

Wheaton College is a non selective school. They receive 1,893 applications every year .

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,280–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$29,961

Median Starting Salary

$62,989

#38

#38 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

San Diego State University is a highly selective school. They receive approximately 77,000 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

39%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,100–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$13,017

Median Starting Salary

$54,960

#39

#39 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY

Generally, the University at Buffalo is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,200–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$18,524

Median Starting Salary

$55,885

#40

#40 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Boston University
Boston, MA

Boston University is a extremely selective school. Approximately 80,800 applications are received by Boston...

Acceptance Rate

14%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,370–1,500

Est. Net Price *

$27,829

Median Starting Salary

$59,824

#41

#41 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA

Overall, Loyola Marymount University is a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,320–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$52,815

Median Starting Salary

$59,339

#42

#42 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ

In general, Rutgers University-New Brunswick is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,280–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$17,535

Median Starting Salary

$55,289

#43

#43 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Furman University
Greenville, SC

In general, Furman University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,270–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$33,370

Median Starting Salary

$61,600

#44

#44 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

SUNY at Albany
Albany, NY

In general, SUNY at Albany is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,120–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$17,714

Median Starting Salary

$56,667

#45

#45 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN

Tennessee State University is a fairly selective school. The school receives approximately 4,810 applications...

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

880–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$11,986

Median Starting Salary

$56,454

#46

#46 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA

the University of San Francisco is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,240–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$42,953

Median Starting Salary

$58,613

#47

#47 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

The New School
New York, NY

The New School is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 9,520 applications each year.

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,170–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$55,480

Median Starting Salary

$57,350

#48

#48 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Elmhurst University
Elmhurst, IL

Elmhurst University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 5,730 applications annually.

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,000–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$24,108

Median Starting Salary

$59,927

#49

#49 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Worcester State University
Worcester, MA

Worcester State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$14,435

Median Starting Salary

$61,043

#50

#50 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MN

Augsburg University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$25,409

Median Starting Salary

$58,143

#51

#51 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI

In general, Wayne State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,050–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$15,347

Median Starting Salary

$55,577

#52

#52 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Manhattan College
Riverdale, NY

Manhattan College is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,140–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$29,535

Median Starting Salary

$61,078

#53

#53 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Rutgers University-Camden
Camden, NJ

Overall, Rutgers University-Camden is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,040–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$14,151

Median Starting Salary

$58,349

#54

#54 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA

Generally, the University of New Orleans is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

930–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$11,508

Median Starting Salary

$54,765

#55

#55 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Cincinnati, OH

Generally, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,180–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$20,149

Median Starting Salary

$58,356

#56

#56 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

California State University-Northridge
Northridge, CA

California State University-Northridge is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

900–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$8,936

Median Starting Salary

$55,878

#57

#57 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Ohio University-Main Campus
Athens, OH

In general, Ohio University-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$20,207

Median Starting Salary

$59,922

#58

#58 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Boise State University
Boise, ID

Generally, Boise State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,050–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$17,724

Median Starting Salary

$57,618

#59

#59 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

the University of Louisville is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$19,327

Median Starting Salary

$57,490

#60

#60 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe, AZ

Arizona State University Campus Immersion is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,090–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$14,808

Median Starting Salary

$54,397

#61

#61 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN

the University of Minnesota Duluth is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$18,031

Median Starting Salary

$63,269

#62

#62 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI

the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,551

Median Starting Salary

$58,975

#63

#63 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Michigan-Dearborn
Dearborn, MI

the University of Michigan-Dearborn is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$12,444

Median Starting Salary

$53,270

#64

#64 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO

In general, the University of Missouri-Kansas City is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,090–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$14,739

Median Starting Salary

$55,937

#65

#65 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Minnesota State University-Mankato
Mankato, MN

Minnesota State University-Mankato is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

970–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$16,809

Median Starting Salary

$62,667

#66

#66 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

University of Toledo
Toledo, OH

the University of Toledo is a non selective school. The school receives roughly 12,600 applications each...

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$17,654

Median Starting Salary

$57,882

#67

#67 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ

In general, Saint Peter's University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$11,996

Median Starting Salary

$57,295

#68

#68 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

Wright State University-Main Campus
Dayton, OH

Wright State University-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,650

Median Starting Salary

$57,813

#69

#69 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

SUNY Buffalo State University
Buffalo, NY

SUNY Buffalo State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

940–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$13,812

Median Starting Salary

$58,860

#70

#70 Best College for Urban Studies/Affairs in the U.S.

CUNY Graduate School and University Center
New York, NY

Acceptance Rate

24%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$55,761

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About Urban Studies/Affairs

A program that focuses on the application of social science principles to the study of urban institutions and the forces influencing urban social and political life. Includes instruction in urban theory, the development and evolution of urban areas, urban sociology, principles of urban and social planning, and the politics and economics of urban government and services.

Students who are interested in Urban Studies/Affairs can study up to a Post masters certificate. Right now, 1,317 students earn a some level of degree in Urban Studies/Affairs around the country each year. More students earn a degree in Urban Studies/Affairs in California than any other state. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Urban Studies/Affairs is $44,500.

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Careers

The highest paying job for Urban Studies/Affairs majors is Sociologists. But, another thing to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A career that is in high need that a degree in Urban Studies/Affairs can prepare you for is Urban and Regional Planners.

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Student Demographics

Total Students
869
Female Students
517 (59%)
Male Students
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