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New York University

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Overview

Established in 1831, the New York University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of New York City (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), New York. This institution also has a branch campus in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, New York University (NYU) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. New York University (NYU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 193-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NYU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

New York University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

New York University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

New York University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

New York University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym NYU
Founded 1831
Motto Perstare et praestare
To persevere and to excel
Colours Violet and white
Mascot The Bobcat
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University Location

Address 70 Washington Square South
New York City
10012-1091 New York
United States
New York University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
New York University Phone Number (212) 998 1212
New York University Fax Number (212) 995 4902
Other locations Abu Dhabi and Shanghai

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of New York University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify New York University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of New York University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at New York University.



New York University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)
International
students
over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) 35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

New York University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


New York University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 10-19% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is considered but not required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is considered but not required

Source: IPDES


New York University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

New York University has more than 15200 international students.

New York University's Admission Office Admission Office

22 Washington Square North
New York City 10011-9108
(212) 998 4500


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

New York University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 35,000 to 39,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


New York University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 3,500 to 3,999 members.


New York University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


New York University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


New York University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


New York University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


New York University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


New York University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


New York University's Library University Library

Yes Visit New York University's Library
New York University's library has 9 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 3,071,277 physical volumes, 249,873 physical media, 340,797 digital/electronic media and 1,397 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 300 full-time employees, including 83 librarians. New York University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


New York University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the New York University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 13,063 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


New York University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


New York University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


New York University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


New York University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


New York University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

New York University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


New York University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


New York University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

New York University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important New York University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education
  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications
  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
  • Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Accreditation Commission
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs, Inc.
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation
  • Planning Accreditation Board
  • Teacher Education Accreditation Council


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important New York University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of American Universities (AAU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the New York University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of New York University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

New York University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

New York University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

New York University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

New York University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

New York University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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