New York University

New York, New York 10012

Private institution in New York, New York with about 28,663 students.

Acceptance rate

9.2%

Average GPA

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Tuition

$62,796

Enrollment

28,663

Admissions overview

Acceptance rate9.2%

Average GPA—

SAT middle 50%1480 – 1560

ACT middle 50%34 – 35

US News rank—

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Courses & Majors

Popular majors: Visual & Performing Arts, Social Sciences, Business & Management.

Scholarships

School-specific aid plus compatible external awards.

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NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

National Science Foundation

STEMMerit

The most prestigious graduate research fellowship in STEM. Provides three years of support over a five-year period. Recognizes outstanding students who have demonstrated potential for significant achievements in science and engineering.

Amount

$37,000/year stipend + $16,000 tuition (3 years)

Deadline

Oct 20, 2026

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SMART Scholarship for Service

U.S. Department of Defense

STEMMerit

Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship. Pays full tuition, provides a generous stipend, and guarantees employment with the DoD after graduation. Summer internships at DoD facilities.

Amount

Full tuition + $30,000–$46,000 stipend/year + employment

Deadline

Dec 1, 2026

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QuestBridge National College Match

QuestBridge

Need-basedMeritFirst-gen

Connects high-achieving, low-income students with full scholarships at 50+ partner colleges including Stanford, MIT, Yale, Princeton, and other top institutions. Over 6,000 students matched since 2004.

Amount

Full 4-year scholarship (tuition, room & board, fees)

Deadline

Sep 28, 2026

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