63.5%
Acceptance rate
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SAT (mid 50%)
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ACT (mid 50%)
Test required
Testing
How hard is it to get into The New School?
With a 63.5% acceptance rate, The New School is selective — attainable for solid, well-prepared applicants. It enrolls roughly 6,563 undergraduates (urban setting) in New York, NY. Solid grades, a sensible test plan, and thoughtful essays go a long way here.
What it takes to get in
- Testing policy: Test required. Confirm on the school's site, since policies shift each cycle.
- Essays: at The New School's selectivity, the application essays are often what separates similar applicants. Make them specific and authentically yours.
Cost
Published tuition is about $58,694 per year before aid. Many students pay less after financial aid — check the school's net price calculator.
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- What is The New School's acceptance rate?
- The New School's acceptance rate is 63.5%, which makes it selective — attainable for solid, well-prepared applicants.
- Is The New School test-optional?
- The New School's current testing policy is: Test required. Always confirm on the school's admissions site, as policies change by cycle.
Sources & official links
- The New School official website
- The New School on College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education)
- Admissions figures compiled from the Common Data Set and IPEDS.
Figures are the most recent available from Common Data Set, IPEDS, and public reports, and are approximate. Always confirm details on The New School’s official admissions site.