Yeshiva University Stern College for Women
Founded 1954
President Ari Berman (President)
Fees USD 47,650
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Urban
Stern College for Women is the undergraduate college for women at Yeshiva University, founded in 1954 and located in Midtown Manhattan on Lexington Avenue. Stern College offers a dual curriculum of Jewish studies alongside full secular academic programs, embodying the Yeshiva University philosophy of Torah Umadda (Torah and secular learning combined). The college enrolls approximately 1,000 students and maintains rigorous academic standards while fostering Jewish identity and observance.
Programs
- Sciences — Biology, chemistry, physics, and computer science
- Humanities — English, history, and languages
- Social Sciences — Psychology, political science, and sociology
- Jewish Studies — Judaic studies and Jewish education
- Business — Business administration programs
How to Apply
- Application: YU Application or Common App
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1200-1430
- Acceptance Rate: ~43%
Key Deadlines
- Early Action: November 1 | Regular Decision: February 1