The City University of New York is home to more than one hundred research centers, institutes, and consortia. The centers focus their research efforts and related activities on the humanities, politics, the sciences, the environment, health, and other areas.

The centers also offer academic resources, access to archives, exciting research opportunities, and a wide range of events. Undergraduate and graduate students can take advantage of internship and employment possibilities as well as opportunities to work with other students and distinguished faculty.