Yeshiva University
Founded 1886
President Ari Berman (President)
Fees USD 47,650
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Urban
Yeshiva University (YU) is a private research university founded in 1886 in New York City, rooted in the Jewish tradition and dedicated to combining Torah learning with modern academic study. YU is the oldest and most comprehensive Jewish university in the United States, with campuses in Washington Heights and the Bronx. The university enrolls approximately 8,000 students and offers strong programs in business, law, medicine, psychology, Jewish studies, and the sciences.
Schools and Colleges
- Yeshiva College (YC) — Liberal arts and sciences for men
- Stern College for Women (SCW) — Liberal arts and sciences for women
- Sy Syms School of Business — Business programs with Torah values
- Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law — Top-ranked law school in NYC
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine — Prestigious medical school and research center
- Wurzweiler School of Social Work — CSWE-accredited MSW and PhD programs
- Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology — PsyD and PhD programs in psychology
- Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education — Jewish education programs
How to Apply
- Application: Common App or YU Application
- Application Fee: $65
- Transcripts: Official high school transcripts
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1200–1430, ACT 27–32
- Essays: Personal statement + Why YU essay
- Recommendations: Two teacher recommendations required
- English Proficiency: TOEFL 80+ or IELTS 6.5+
Key Deadlines
- Early Action: November 1
- Regular Decision: February 1
Admission Requirements
- Acceptance Rate: ~43%
- Average GPA: ~3.7