New York University (NYU): what international applicants need

What are New York University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

New York University has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 1, 2026, Early Decision II on January 1, 2027, and Regular Decision on January 5, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is New York University's acceptance rate?

9.2% for students who started in fall 2024: New York University admitted 10,232 of its 110,807 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does New York University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. New York University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (January 5, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for New York University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 760–800 in Math and 720–760 in Reading and Writing (28% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 34–35.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is New York University's application fee for international students?

New York University's application fee is $85 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does New York University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. New York University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does New York University accept?

New York University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does New York University require?

New York University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does New York University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. New York University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a portfolio, for some programs or for all applicants: check its site.

How many international students does New York University have?

7,611 of New York University's 29,060 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 26.2%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does New York University cost for international students?

New York University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $62,796, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $23,530. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $92,062 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does New York University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2025-26, New York University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 342 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2025-26 Source