New York University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into New York University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

12.5%

Admission Difficulty for New York University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Elite
Applicant Competition		Very High

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at NYU is 12.5%. Its admission rate is the 7th lowest in New York and the 45th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into NYU and can you get accepted?

NYU is a very highly competitive school to get into. You have a low chance of acceptance even if you meet the admission criteria. It's important that you meet their GPA requirements to get through the first round of consideration. Last year, only 12,539 out of the 100,662 who applied were admitted.

New York University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.79. 49% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into NYU?

12% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to New York University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.79 or better
Earn A- grades in high school
Score 1520 on the SAT
Score 34 on the ACT

NYU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.79

Typical High School Grades

A-

What GPA do you need to get into New York University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into NYU are to have around a 3.79 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

Meeting these GPA requirements alone is not enough for you to gain admission as NYU is a very selective school.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at NYU is 3.79 on the 4.0 scale. 27% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #13 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since NYU is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted New York University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	27.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	38.0%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	26.0%	Reach
3.25 to 3.49	7.0%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	2.0%	Low
2.50 to 2.99	0%	Low
2.00 to 2.49	0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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NYU SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to New York University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 26% of students submitted SAT scores and 11% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1470-1570

Applicants Submitting SAT

26%

SAT Scores for New York University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	720
Math 25th Percentile	750
Composite 25th Percentile	1470

SAT Scores for New York University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	770
Math 75th Percentile	800
Composite 75th Percentile	1570
Average SAT Score	1520

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to New York University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at NYU is 1520 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1470-1570. Students who get into New York University score in the top 2 percent of all SAT test takers.. NYU ranks #3 in the state of New York and #24 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1520 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. NYU regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1470 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1470, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1420, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

New York University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1520 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1520, you have around a 12% chance of being admitted. A 1570 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 21% chance of getting in.

New York University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1570 and Above	Good	>21%
1520 to 1570	Avg +	12%-21%
1470 to 1520	Avg -	7%-12%
1420 to 1470	Reach	4%-7%
Less than 1420	Low	<4%

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NYU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

33-35

Applicants Submitting ACT

11%

ACT Scores for New York University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	N/A
Math 25th Percentile	N/A
Composite 25th Percentile	33

ACT Scores for New York University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	N/A
Math 75th Percentile	N/A
Composite 75th Percentile	35
Average ACT Score	34

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into NYU?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to NYU is 34, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 33 and 35. The school ranks #3 in New York and #25 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 34. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 33 and score in the score in the top 2 percent nationally.

11 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to New York University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as New York University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into NYU for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 34 score has around 12% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 21% with a 35 ACT score.

New York University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
35 and Above	Good	>21%
34 to 35	Avg +	12%-21%
33 to 34	Avg -	7%-12%
32 to 33	Reach	4%-7%
Less than 32	Low	<4%

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

New York University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	62,181	38,481	100,662
Accepted	7,796	4,743	12,539
Acceptance Rate	13%	12%	12%
Enrolled	3,765	2,419	6,184
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	48%	51%	49%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to New York University is $80.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to New York University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

New York University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Required to be considered for admission

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at New York University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	No
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because NYU is very highly competitive, you have a low likelihood of acceptance. It is important that you earn at least a 3.79 GPA to have a good shot at getting in. Additionally, you need to score a 1520 on the SAT and optimally 1570 to place yourself in a strong position. For ACT scores, you need a 34 to have a competitive chance of getting in.