New York University
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$53,770
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About New York University
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.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a highly selective acceptance rate.
This school is very selective about its students. Selective schools welcome 1-14% of all applicants.
This school has a highly selective acceptance rate.
This school is very selective about its students. Selective schools welcome 1-14% of all applicants.
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
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards94% 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
Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
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Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
Learn more about how we determine school awards87% 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 scores Considered (not required)
High school transcript Required
High school rank Recommended
Letter of recommendation Required
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Considered (not required)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*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
Students who attend this school typically have higher standardized test scores than students at other schools.
While test scores can be an important aspect of college applications, schools determine admission based on several factors, and these test scores are only a suggested range.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsACT 25th-75th Percentile 32-35
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1450-1570
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsThe student-to-faculty ratio at this school is lower than other schools.
This means there are more faculty for each student, which can create an opportunity for more individualized attention and support in your studies.
Learn more about how we determine school awards58k
Students enrolled
45%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
Non-U.S. Citizen
30%
White
26%
Asian
16%
Hispanic
13%
Black
7%
Unknown
5%
Two or more races
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
58%
Socio-economic diversity
18% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
45
Total Online Enrollment
26,371
Percent of Programs Online
90% On-campus
10% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates Not offered
Associate 50% online
Bachelor's 7% online
Graduate Certificate 9% online
Master's 16% online
Doctorate 2% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
---|---|---|
Undergraduate | $53,770 | $53,770 |
Graduate | $35,982 | $35,982 |
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 | $718 |
On-campus room and board | $19,682 |
On-campus other expenses | $2,846 |
Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $19,682 |
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,846 |
Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,846 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
---|---|---|
On-campus | $77,016 | $77,016 |
Off-campus without family | $77,016 | $77,016 |
Off-campus with family | $57,334 | $57,334 |
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 debt after graduation
$56k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division III without football
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Fencing
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- All Track Combined
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
- Basketball
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