Reviewing the admissions stats at New York University can help you determine your likelihood of acceptance. Take a look at the SAT and ACT scores of previous applicants to help you understand your chances of being accepted. If you find your scores are lower than the average freshman, try retaking the exam to better your score or reviewing colleges looking for scores matching your own.
Selectivity (Fall 2021): How Many Students Get Accepted?
Open Admissions
No
Selectivity of College
More Selective
Acceptance Rate
13%
Acceptance and Enrollment Stats (Fall 2021)
Applicant Total
95,517
Accepted
12,380
Enrolled
6,078
Gender Balance in Admissions: Analyzing Male and Female Applicant Trends
Applicants: Men - Women 38 to 62
Accepted: Men - Women 37 to 63
Enrolled: Men - Women 38 to 62
Average Test Scores
About 23% of students accepted to NYU submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 700 and 770. Math scores were between 750 and 800.
SAT Reading and Writing Scores for New York University ( 700 to 770 )
SAT Math Scores for New York University ( 750 to 800 )
NYU received ACT scores from 9% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 32 and 35.
ACT Composite Scores for New York University ( 32 to 35 )
Additional Question to Ask
A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?
by our College Data Analytics Team