Admissions Overview
The admission process at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art has a 19% 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
19%
Very Selective
Application Volume
1,790
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
53%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art has a 19% 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
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
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.
Test 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 43% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,400 to 1,520. Additionally, about 9% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 34.
SAT Scores
43% of students submitted400
1600
1400 – 1520
200
800
680 – 740
200
800
720 – 780
ACT Scores
9% of students submitted1
36
33 – 34
1
36
33 – 35
1
36
32 – 35
Admission Statistics
1,790 students applied to The Cooper Union. Of those, 19% were accepted (341 students). Of these 341 accepted students, 180 chose to enroll.
1,790
Total Applicants
341
Students Admitted
180
Students Enrolled
19%
Acceptance Rate