<p>The system is called SUNY, and the CUNYs are so named as they happen to be in NYC. It’s just what NY calls their state higher education system. If you want to see all of the schools, google New York public colleges and SUNY and you can get a list of them all. CHeck out what the commutable options are and which ones have your courses of interest. The webiste is comprehensive in giving that info. Do well at a local one and see what your transfer options are when the time comes.</p>