The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
New York, New York · Private
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art admitted 19% of 1,790 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1400–1520 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 80% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- January 5, 2027
The application fee is $75, and The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art accepts the Common App fee waiver. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, a counselor recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $69,546 a year. After grants, students paid $28,199 on average.
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Quick answers
What is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art’s acceptance rate?
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art admitted 19% of applicants: 341 of 1,790 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art’s application deadline?
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art’s 2026–27 deadline is January 5, 2027. It has no early round on the Common App.
What SAT score do you need for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1400 to 1520, with a median around 1480. A score at or above 1480 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art’s application fee?
The application fee is $75 for 2026–27, and The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art require?
Besides the application and transcript, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, a counselor recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
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