The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
Private college · New York, NY · 842 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
21%
Very selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1295–1501
ACT (middle 50%)
28–34
Average net price
$12,999
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$64,164
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
82%
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 The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art accepts about 21 of every 100 applicants (21%), which makes it very selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1295 and 1501 on the SAT. A score at or above 1501 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1295, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 28–34.
The latest federal data says The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art 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 The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $64,164 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,999 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 $46,820 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$46,820
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$46,820
- Room & board$19,545
- Total cost of attendance$64,164
- Average net price after grants$12,999
Popular majors
Engineering, Visual & Performing Arts, Architecture.
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?
- 21% — very selective.
- What SAT score do you need for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1295–1501. Aim for 1501 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 28–34.
- Is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art test-optional?
- The latest federal data says The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art 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 The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art cost?
- About $64,164 a year before aid; $12,999 on average after grants.
- What is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's FAFSA school code?
- 002710. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art receives your information.
- What is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's graduation rate?
- 82% of students finish within six years.
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