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New York University

Private nonprofit New York, NY · Urban · Mid-Atlantic · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
88%
Graduation Rate
$82,509
Earnings (10yr)
$37,050
Net Price
9%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an acceptance rate of just 9%, New York University attracts driven students who are ready to dive deep into their passions. This urban campus is ideal for those interested in fields like Visual & Performing Arts, Social Sciences, Business & Marketing, Computer Science, and Humanities. It’s a place where creativity meets practicality, and students can thrive in a vibrant, diverse environment.

After graduation, students can expect strong earning potential, with a median salary of $82,509 ten years after completing their degree. That’s a significant number, especially when you consider the potential for upward mobility in competitive fields. The financial investment in an NYU education often pays off, making it a compelling choice for those who are eager to make their mark.

When it comes to the cost, the net price after aid sits at $37,050, with a median debt of $20,500. This means many students graduate with manageable debt, especially considering their earnings potential. NYU tends to attract motivated individuals who are ready to engage with the world around them and capitalize on the myriad opportunities available in New York City.

Rankings

How New Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation88%Earnings 10yr$83KNet Price$37KRetention96%Median Debt$21KPell Grant Rate18%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$17K$0-30K$14K$30-48K$17K$48-75K$67K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%693.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%5227.7%MOBILITY362.73%

Cost & Financial Aid

$62,796
In-State Tuition
$62,796
Out-of-State
$37,050
Avg Net Price
$20,500
Median Debt
18%
Pell Grant Rate
19%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$16,977
Family Income $0–$30K
$14,017
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,862
Family Income $48K–$75K
$66,876
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$64,543
6 Years After Entry
$76,035
8 Years
$82,509
10 Years
0.25x
Debt-to-Earnings
76%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$64,543 6yr $76,035 8yr $82,509 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

362.73%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
5227.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
693.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$130,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.79
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
9.1%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Research & Teaching

Data: Times Higher Education World University Rankings

#60
World Rank
62
Teaching
50.7
Research
82.9
Citations
31.8
International

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.389%
Inventor Rate
71
Total Patents
518
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 9%
Retention Rate 96%
SAT Average 1520
ACT Midpoint 34
SAT Range 1480–1560
ACT Range 34–35
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $18,026
Diversity Index 0.81
First-Gen Students 21%

Top Programs

Visual & Performing Arts 16%
Social Sciences 13%
Business & Marketing 13%
Computer Science & IT 9%
Humanities 8%
Health Professions 7%
Psychology 6%
Communications 5%