New York University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About New York University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
New York University is a large private university located on an urban campus in New York, New York. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 28,772, and admissions are extremely selective, with an acceptance rate of 13%. The university offers 113 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 87%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $53,770.
Rankings
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- #1 Ranked in Best Actuarial Science Programs
- #1 Ranked in Colleges With the Most International Students
- #1 Ranked in Colleges With the Most International Students
- #3 Ranked in Best Master's in Social Studies Teacher Education Programs
- #3 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Counseling Programs of 2022
- #3 Ranked in Best Colleges in New York + Full List of Schools
- #5 Ranked in Best Master's in Audiology and Speech Pathology Programs
- #6 Ranked in Best Master's in Art Therapy Programs of 2024
- #9 Ranked in Best Doctorate in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Programs
- #9 Ranked in Best Doctorate in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Programs
- #33 Ranked in 50 Best Graduate Nursing Schools in America
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
13% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
94% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
87% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRecommended
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Considered (not required)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile32-35
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1450-1570
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
59k
Students enrolled
45%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
26%
Unknown
5%
Black
7%
Hispanic
13%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
30%
Asian
16%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
18% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
45
Total Online Enrollment
26,371
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.45% online, 55% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
90% On-campus
10% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate50% online
Bachelor's7% online
Graduate Certificate9% online
Master's16% online
Doctorate2% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
58%
State Grant Aid
8%
Institution Grant Aid
61%
Pell Grant
18%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$56k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Fencing
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 4 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies. | |||
| 5 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 6 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 7 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 10 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 11 | Education. | |||
| 12 | Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 13 | Engineering. | |||
| 14 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 15 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 16 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 18 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 20 | History | |||
| 21 | History. | |||
| 22 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 23 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 24 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 25 | Military Technologies And Applied Sciences. | |||
| 26 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 27 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 28 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 29 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 30 | Psychology. | |||
| 31 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 32 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 33 | Transportation And Materials Moving. | |||
| 34 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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