New York University
New York University (NYU) is a private research university founded in 1831, located in the heart of Greenwich Village, Manhattan. NYU is one of the largest private universities in the United States, enrolling over 60,000 students from all 50 states and 133 countries. With campuses in New York City, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai, NYU is one of the world’s most truly global universities.nnNYU is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world and is renowned for its strengths in business, law, medicine, the arts, and the social sciences. The university’s urban campus spans multiple buildings throughout Greenwich Village, making all of New York City an extension of the classroom.
Schools and Colleges
- College of Arts and Science (CAS) — Liberal arts, natural sciences, and social sciences
- Stern School of Business — One of the top undergraduate and MBA business programs in the US
- Tisch School of the Arts — World-renowned film, drama, dance, photography, and fine arts
- NYU School of Law — Top-ranked law school with strength in tax, corporate, and international law
- Grossman School of Medicine — Full-tuition scholarships for all MD students
- Wagner Graduate School of Public Service — Public administration, policy, and nonprofit management
- Tandon School of Engineering — Engineering and applied sciences in Brooklyn
- Silver School of Social Work — MSW and PhD programs in social work
- Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development — Education, psychology, music, media
How to Apply
NYU accepts the Common Application or Coalition Application with NYU supplement.
- Application Fee: $80 (waivers available)
- Transcripts: Official high school transcripts
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1350–1530, ACT 31–34
- Essays: Common App essay + NYU-specific short essays
- Recommendations: One teacher recommendation required
- Portfolio/Audition: Required for Tisch School of the Arts and other arts programs
- English Proficiency: TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.0+ for international students
Key Deadlines
- Early Decision I: November 1
- Early Decision II: January 1
- Regular Decision: January 5
Admission Requirements
- Acceptance Rate: ~8% (highly selective)
- Average GPA: ~3.9 unweighted
- International Students: Over 27% of the student body; financial aid available