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The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art

New York, NY · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art campus
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Admission rate
21%
Very selective
Average net price
$12,999
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
82%
Median earnings
$76,895
10 years after enrolling

Summary

The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is a private nonprofit college in New York, NY with 842 undergraduates. It admits 21% of applicants, and admitted students average 1410 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $12,999 per year ($2,325 for families earning under $30,000). 82% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $76,895 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
21%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,790
Fall 2023
Admitted
341
Fall 2023
Yield
53%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing653–748
200800
SAT Math642–753
200800
ACT Composite28–34
136

What The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$64,164
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$46,820

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$2,325
  • $30–48k$6,040
  • $48–75k$8,301
  • $75–110k$13,902
  • $110k+$26,742

Get a personal estimate with The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
82%
Freshman retention
92%
Median earnings
$76,895
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
842
Student–faculty ratio
8:1
Receive Pell grants
30%
  • White27%
  • Hispanic13%
  • Black6%
  • Asian31%

The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art FAQ

What is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's acceptance rate?+

The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art admits 21% of applicants, which makes it very selective.

What SAT score do you need for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 653–748 on SAT Reading and Writing and 642–753 on SAT Math; the average total is 1410.

What ACT score do you need for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 28–34.

Is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?+

In Fall 2023, 1,790 students applied to The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art and 341 were admitted; 180 enrolled.

Does The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art consider legacy status?+

No. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art require an essay?+

The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $64,164 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,999.

What is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's graduation rate?+

82% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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