NYU
New York University · New York, New York · Private
NYU admitted 9.1% of 114,125 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1480–1550 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 89% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at NYU
Enter a score to see whether NYU is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It admits 9.1% of applicants, so it’s a reach for everyone, even with perfect scores.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more.
Early decision and early action
NYU offers early decision but didn’t report how many early applicants it admitted.
What admissions weighs
How NYU rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Character
Important
- Test scores
Considered
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Where you live
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Interview
- Legacy
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.81 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $87,752 a year. After grants, students paid $30,730 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
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