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New York University (NYU)

Location

New York City Campus, New York City United States

Ranking

# 43QS World University Rankings

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20Undergraduate programs

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51Postgraduate programs

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About New York University (NYU)

New York University (NYU) was rated the maximum five QS stars, achieving full marks in the categories research, innovation, facilities and specialist criteria.

Ranked 46th in the QS World University Rankings® 2016-2017, NYU is one of the best universities in the world, and its graduates are favoured by recruiters, as indicated by NYU’s excellent performance in the Graduate Employability Rankings 2017.

NYU ranks among the top universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings® by Subject for:

  • Accounting and finance
  • Mathematics
  • Law and legal studies
  • Psychology
  • Philosophy

Based in New York City, NYU has campuses in Manhattan and Brooklyn, with the core of its buildings around the lovely Washington Square Park in the Greenwich Village. Famous alumni include actor Alec Baldwin, the pop star Lady Gaga, and celebrated playwright Tony Kushner.

 

About New York University (NYU)

New York University (NYU) was rated the maximum five QS stars, achieving full marks in the categories research, innovation, facilities and specialist criteria.

Ranked 46th in the QS World University Rankings® 2016-2017, NYU is one of the best universities in the world, and its graduates are favoured by recruiters, as indicated by NYU’s excellent performance in the Graduate Employability Rankings 2017.

NYU ranks among the top universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings® by Subject for:

  • Accounting and finance
  • Mathematics
  • Law and legal studies
  • Psychology
  • Philosophy

Based in New York City, NYU has campuses in Manhattan and Brooklyn, with the core of its buildings around the lovely Washington Square Park in the Greenwich Village. Famous alumni include actor Alec Baldwin, the pop star Lady Gaga, and celebrated playwright Tony Kushner.

 

Available programs

New York University (NYU) offers a wide range of undergraduate majors, such as:

  • Business and political economy
  • Art and art history
  • Environmental biology
  • Neural science
  • Childhood education
  • Photography and imaging

First year applicants must make sure to apply by November 1 for early decision or January 1 for regular decision. To submit your application, you will need transcripts, English language testing and to undergo an audition, interview or submit your portfolio, depending on the course.

 

New York University (NYU) offers a wide range of graduate programs including:

  • Biomaterials
  • Public health
  • Executive MBA
  • Digital business
  • Global finance
  • Journalism


University information

Bachelor

1290+
7+
100+

Master

660+
3+
7+
100+
48,765
55%
45%
22,407
44%
56%
5,348
81%
19%

Tuition fee and scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Where to look for scholarship opportunities

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A list of available scholarships around the world

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Rankings & ratings

New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in New York City, United States. It is ranked #43 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #43
  • 2014
    #44
  • 2015
    #=41
  • 2016
    #53
  • 2017
    #=46
  • 2018
    #52
  • 2019
    #43
  • 2020
    #39
  • 2021
    #35
  • 2022
    #42
  • 2023
    #39
  • 2024
    #=38
  • 2025
    #43

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