Long Island University
Private college · Brookville, NY · 5,520 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1110–1350
ACT (middle 50%)
21–30
Average net price
$23,862
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$55,604
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
59%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Long Island University?
Long Island University accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1110 and 1350 on the SAT. A score at or above 1350 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1110, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 21–30.
The latest federal data says Long Island University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Long Island University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Long Island University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $55,604 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $23,862 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $43,276 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$43,276
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$43,276
- Room & board$18,384
- Total cost of attendance$55,604
- Average net price after grants$23,862
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Visual & Performing Arts, Education.
Long Island University FAQ
- What is Long Island University's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Long Island University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1110–1350. Aim for 1350 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Long Island University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 21–30.
- Is Long Island University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Long Island University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Long Island University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Long Island University cost?
- About $55,604 a year before aid; $23,862 on average after grants.
- What is Long Island University's FAFSA school code?
- 002751. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Long Island University receives your information.
- What is Long Island University's graduation rate?
- 59% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Long Island University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Medgar Evers CollegeBrooklyn, NY | 86% | 850–1020 | $3,245 | 19% |
| Mercy UniversityDobbs Ferry, NY | 86% | — | $15,093 | 45% |
| Iona UniversityNew Rochelle, NY | 87% | 1110–1300 | $26,250 | 59% |
| University of Mount Saint VincentBronx, NY | 85% | 1011–1178 | $19,758 | 52% |
| Manhattanville UniversityPurchase, NY | 87% | — | $21,572 | 59% |
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