Admissions Overview
The admission process at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art has a 22% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
22%
Very Selective
Application Volume
1,500
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
54%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art has a 22% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$75
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
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Apply NowTest Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art. About 49% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,390 to 1,530. Additionally, about 15% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 35.
SAT Scores
49% of students submitted400
1600
1390 – 1530
200
800
670 – 740
200
800
720 – 790
ACT Scores
15% of students submitted1
36
31 – 35
1
36
32 – 35
1
36
30 – 35
Admission Statistics
1,500 students applied to The Cooper Union. Of those, 22% were accepted (337 students). Of these 337 accepted students, 183 chose to enroll.
1,500
Total Applicants
337
Students Admitted
183
Students Enrolled
22%
Acceptance Rate