The College of Staten Island (CSI) is a public university, part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system. As a CUNY institution, it receives funding from New York State and New York City, offering tuition at a lower cost compared to private universities. CSI provides accessible higher education with a range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
Public universities like CSI prioritize affordability and community engagement, aligning with CUNY’s mission of serving diverse student populations. Its status as a public institution ensures transparency, state oversight, and adherence to policies benefiting in-state residents through subsidized tuition rates.
