10/21/2026
Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez today delivered his State of the University address, announcing fundraising records, enrollment gains and expanded career work in 2026. Among the highlights:
🌟 CUNY raised a record $312 million in philanthropic support during FY26, a 26% increase over the previous year.
🌟 Since 2022, system-wide enrollment has grown about 12%, reaching an expected 253,000 students.
🌟 CUNY Beyond has grown to nine campuses encompassing 125,000 students.
City University of New York Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez today delivered his State of the University address, announcing fundraising records, enrollment gains and expanded career work in 2026. The University raised a record $312 million in philanthropic support during FY26, a 26% increase o...