The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is a selective private research university in New York, New York, enrolling about 842 students. Admission is selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 20.71% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $83,847 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $46,820
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,269 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 20.71% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 842 99.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 81.11%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 18.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 13.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 27.5%
- Average SAT Score: 1410
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 870
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,790
- Room & Board: $19,090 annual estimate
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art: what the data shows
Common questions about The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is located in New York, NY (ZIP 10003-7120).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art public or private?
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art cost?
Published tuition: $46,820.
Average net price after aid: $13,269.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,749 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,904 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,457 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $16,682 |
| $110,001+ | $25,870 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $187,280.
How hard is it to get into The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
Admission rate: 20.71%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1410.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
Total enrollment: 842 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 870 students.
Graduate enrollment: 79 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
150%-time completion rate: 81.11%.
First-year retention: 91.9%.
What do graduates of The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art earn?
Median earnings: $39,707 six years after entry; $83,847 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,000.
27.86% of students receive Pell grants.
What is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Fine/Studio Arts, General (73 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (52 completions)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering (51 completions)
- Civil Engineering, General (40 completions)
- Architecture (28 completions)
- Chemical Engineering (20 completions)
- Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD (7 completions)
- Engineering, General (6 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 20.71%; completion rate 81.11%; median earnings $83,847 at 10 years; net price $13,269. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$46,820
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art was $46,820.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,269
2024 Value
In 2024 The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,269.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$53,076 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,269 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$187,280 4-Year Tuition
$19,090 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,800 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$67,710 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$270,840 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.86% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
20.98% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $41,400 | $41,400 | $15,870 |
| 2014 | $41,400 | $41,400 | $11,110 |
| 2015 | $42,650 | $42,650 | $15,087 |
| 2016 | $43,850 | $43,850 | $16,548 |
| 2017 | $45,100 | $45,100 | $14,981 |
| 2018 | $46,700 | $46,700 | $15,524 |
| 2019 | $46,700 | $46,700 | $14,118 |
| 2020 | $46,820 | $46,820 | $11,218 |
| 2021 | $46,820 | $46,820 | $10,698 |
| 2022 | $46,820 | $46,820 | $14,580 |
| 2023 | $46,820 | $46,820 | $16,478 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
20.71% Acceptance Rate
1,790 Total Applicants
341 Students Admitted
180 First-Time Students Enrolled
52.79% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is highly selective, accepting fewer than 3 in 10 applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1410
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.7 - 3.9
Estimated Median GPA: 3.85
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art reported total enrollment of about 842 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 47% male and 53% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Asian (31.2%), White (27.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (12.7%). About 27.86% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 18.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
99.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in 2024 is 842 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 870 students. Graduate enrollment is about 79 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
91.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Asian at 31.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
52.07% 100% Completion Time
81.11% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 52.07% of students graduating from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Fine/Studio Arts, General: 40% male / 60% female
- Mechanical Engineering: 83% male / 17% female
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering: 73% male / 27% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Asian.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art.
Return on Investment
$15,000 Median Student Debt
$83,847 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
17.89% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1479.75% Return on Investment
1.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art.
Top Programs by Completions
8 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 9 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Fine/Studio Arts, General: 73 completions
2. Mechanical Engineering: 52 completions
3. Electrical and Electronics Engineering: 51 completions
4. Civil Engineering, General: 40 completions
5. Architecture: 28 completions
6. Chemical Engineering: 20 completions
7. Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD: 7 completions
8. Engineering, General: 6 completions
Most popular programs at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 27.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $14,408
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $35,566
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is a private non-profit institution located in New York, NY, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Fine/Studio Arts, General, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Enrollment is approximately 842 students. Student body composition includes Asian (31.2%), White (27.3%), Hispanic or Latino (12.7%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 20.71%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1410. The 150%-time completion rate is 81.11%. Approximately 27.86% of students receive Pell Grants. About 18.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
New York, NY 10003-7120
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 81.11% graduation rate, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Strong Career Outcomes: The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art graduates report median earnings of $83,847 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art located?
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is located in New York, NY.
What is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is 20.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,790 applicants and 341 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art cost?
Reported tuition is $46,820 and average net price is $13,269 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $19,090 annually.
What is the student body demographics at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art reports undergraduate enrollment of about 870 students, Asian (31.2%), White (27.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
About 18.6% of students at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art reports midpoint SAT about 1410.
What do graduates of The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art earn?
Median earnings are $39,707 six years after entry and $83,847 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?
The 150%-time completion rate is 81.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,000.
Is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art public or private?
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is a private nonprofit institution located in New York, NY.
Is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art an HBCU?
No. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art a tribal college?
No. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.