School of Visual Arts
Private college · New York, NY · 3,244 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
93%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1188–1490
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$59,593
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$84,868
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
78%
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 School of Visual Arts?
School of Visual Arts accepts about 93 of every 100 applicants (93%), 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 1188 and 1490 on the SAT. A score at or above 1490 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1188, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says School of Visual Arts 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 School of Visual Arts's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does School of Visual Arts cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $84,868 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $59,593 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 $53,400 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$53,400
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$53,400
- Room & board$26,200
- Total cost of attendance$84,868
- Average net price after grants$59,593
Popular majors
Visual & Performing Arts, Computer Science, Communications Technology.
School of Visual Arts FAQ
- What is School of Visual Arts's acceptance rate?
- 93% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for School of Visual Arts?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1188–1490. Aim for 1490 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is School of Visual Arts test-optional?
- The latest federal data says School of Visual Arts 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 School of Visual Arts's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does School of Visual Arts cost?
- About $84,868 a year before aid; $59,593 on average after grants.
- What is School of Visual Arts's FAFSA school code?
- 007468. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so School of Visual Arts receives your information.
- What is School of Visual Arts's graduation rate?
- 78% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to School of Visual Arts
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Staten Island CUNYStaten Island, NY | 92% | 890–1250 | $3,153 | 36% |
| St. Thomas Aquinas CollegeSparkill, NY | 93% | 880–1085 | $21,253 | 53% |
| SUNY College of Technology at CantonCanton, NY | 92% | — | $12,696 | 37% |
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| SUNY MorrisvilleMorrisville, NY | 92% | 990–1230 | $16,184 | 29% |
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