College of Staten Island CUNY Swimming — Division II Recruiting Profile

At a Glance

College of Staten Island CUNY Swim Program Overview

Recruiting Time Standards

Calibrated benchmarks for College of Staten Island CUNY based on historical recruiting classes. A cut = scholarship / elite tier. B cut = scoring varsity. C cut = walk-on / depth.

College of Staten Island CUNY Swimming Division and Conference

College of Staten Island CUNY competes in NCAA Division II, in the East Coast. Division II offers a highly competitive environment with scholarship funding and a strong emphasis on balancing athletic and academic life. The East Coast conducts a conference championship each season, which influences national rankings and NCAA qualifying bids.

Is College of Staten Island CUNY a good fit for swimmers?

College of Staten Island CUNY is a NCAA Division II swim program competing in the East Coast, a competitive NCAA conference. Division II swimming offers a highly competitive environment with scholarship funding and a strong emphasis on the complete student-athlete experience. It is a common destination for talented swimmers who want athletic aid without the full intensity of a D1 program.

Competing in the East Coast, College of Staten Island CUNY swimmers face some of the strongest programs in the country throughout the season. Conference championship performance influences team rankings, national reputation, and how many swimmers earn bids to the NCAA Championships in March.

NCAA D2 programs may distribute up to 8.1 scholarship equivalencies per gender. At College of Staten Island CUNY, the coaching staff spreads this pool across the roster — most recruited swimmers receive partial athletic scholarships. Strong academic records can stack additional institutional aid on top of athletic money, making D2 programs excellent value for scholar-athletes.

Who should consider College of Staten Island CUNY for swimming?

College of Staten Island CUNY is an ideal recruiting target for swimmers who want to compete at the NCAA Division II level in the East Coast while studying in Staten Island, New York. As a public university, College of Staten Island CUNY is especially cost-competitive for New York residents: in-state tuition of $8,700 is significantly below the out-of-state rate of $24,600. For recruited out-of-state swimmers, an athletic scholarship can close that gap and make the net cost of attendance highly competitive.

Based on College of Staten Island CUNY's historical recruiting classes, the breakdown by tier for the 50 Free looks like this:

• Scholarship-target level (A cut) — 22.97 or faster in the 50 Free: These recruits are the top priority for coaching staff and are first in line for athletic aid discussions.
• Scoring varsity level (B cut) — 23.78: Expected to contribute points in dual meets and conference scoring situations. Strong candidates for partial athletic and merit aid packages.
• Walk-on / preferred walk-on (C cut) — 24.94: Adds training depth to the program. Walk-ons at D1 programs routinely drop significant time and can earn scholarship money in later years based on performance.

Coaches recruit on your best event — a single A-cut can open a recruiting conversation regardless of other events. See the full recruiting time standards table above for all 14 tracked events and identify where you stand across your entire event lineup.

Academically, College of Staten Island CUNY admits 78.7% of applicants — a school accessible to a wide range of academic backgrounds. Recruited athletes are expected to meet the standard admissions profile, and coaches typically have some ability to advocate for borderline candidates when the athletic need is strong.

Tuition, Costs & Financial Aid

Academic Profile

NCAA eligibility requires a minimum 2.3 GPA and 16 core courses for D1/D2, and a 2.0 GPA for D3, plus academic progress standards in each year. College of Staten Island CUNY's admissions profile reflects the general academic baseline — most coaches prefer recruits who meet or comfortably exceed those standards.

Campus & Location

Coaching Staff & Recruiting Contact

Frequently Asked Questions

What division does College of Staten Island CUNY swim in?

College of Staten Island CUNY competes in NCAA Division II, in the East Coast. The program offers men's varsity · women's varsity.

What recruiting times does College of Staten Island CUNY swimming look for?

For the 50 Free, College of Staten Island CUNY's A-cut recruiting standard is 22.97, the B cut is 23.78, and the C cut is 24.94. A cuts target scholarship-level recruits, B cuts are solid scoring varsity, and C cuts cover walk-on depth. See the full table above for all 14 tracked events.

How much does College of Staten Island CUNY cost after financial aid?

IPEDS data shows an average net price of $17,300 per year at College of Staten Island CUNY. Your real cost depends on your family's FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI), any athletic aid, and merit scholarships.

Does College of Staten Island CUNY swimming offer athletic scholarships?

Yes. Division II programs can offer up to 8.1 scholarship equivalencies per gender. College of Staten Island CUNY's coaching staff decides how to split the pool — typically resulting in partial scholarships for most varsity swimmers.

Does College of Staten Island CUNY meet 100% of demonstrated financial need?

College of Staten Island CUNY does not commit to meeting 100% of financial need. Aid packages typically include a combination of grants, loans, and work-study based on FAFSA results.

How selective is College of Staten Island CUNY academically?

College of Staten Island CUNY accepts 78.7% of applicants. Recruited swimmers are expected to meet or exceed the general admissions academic standards, though coaches may have limited bandwidth to advocate for borderline academic cases.

What conference does College of Staten Island CUNY swimming compete in?

College of Staten Island CUNY swims in the East Coast. Conference championship performance influences NCAA qualifying times and the program's national ranking each season.

Is College of Staten Island CUNY public or private, and does it matter for swim recruits?

College of Staten Island CUNY is a public university. In-state students from New York pay $8,700 in tuition vs. $24,600 out-of-state. Athletic scholarships can offset the out-of-state premium for recruited swimmers, making the net cost competitive regardless of home state.

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Sources: NCAA, IPEDS, Niche.com, ProductiveRecruit. Recruiting time tiers (A/B/C) are University Swim Fit-calibrated benchmarks based on division, program tier, and historical recruiting classes.