Yeshiva University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Yeshiva University is a private research university in New York, New York, serving roughly 2,852 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 55.62% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $71,353 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $51,800
- 2024 Average Net Price: $49,965 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 55.62% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,852 99.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 83.20%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 14.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 13.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1426
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,164
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,713
- Room & Board: $15,750 annual estimate
Yeshiva University: what the data shows
Common questions about Yeshiva University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Yeshiva University?
Yeshiva University is located in New York, NY (ZIP 10033-3299).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Yeshiva University public or private?
Yeshiva University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Yeshiva University cost?
Published tuition: $51,800.
Average net price after aid: $49,965.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $24,103 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $25,462 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $28,207 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $41,944 |
| $110,001+ | $69,618 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $207,200.
How hard is it to get into Yeshiva University?
Admission rate: 55.62%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1426.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Yeshiva University?
Total enrollment: 2,852 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,164 students.
Graduate enrollment: 4,035 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Yeshiva University?
150%-time completion rate: 83.20%.
First-year retention: 91.5%.
What do graduates of Yeshiva University earn?
Median earnings: $60,252 six years after entry; $71,353 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,250.
13.44% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Yeshiva University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Jewish/Judaic Studies (535 completions)
- Social Work (394 completions)
- Law (311 completions)
- Social Work, Other (130 completions)
- Psychology, General (97 completions)
- Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist (72 completions)
- Finance, General (59 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (55 completions)
- Accounting (51 completions)
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies (49 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Yeshiva University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 55.62%; completion rate 83.20%; median earnings $71,353 at 10 years; net price $49,965. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$51,800
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Yeshiva University was $51,800.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$49,965
2024 Value
In 2024 Yeshiva University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $49,965.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$199,860 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$49,965 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$207,200 4-Year Tuition
$15,750 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,250 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$68,800 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$275,200 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Yeshiva University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
13.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
16.07% 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 Yeshiva University 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 Yeshiva University 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 | $37,600 | $37,600 | $23,352 |
| 2014 | $38,730 | $38,730 | $24,098 |
| 2015 | $39,530 | $39,530 | $27,012 |
| 2016 | $40,670 | $40,670 | $36,274 |
| 2017 | $42,000 | $42,000 | $36,306 |
| 2018 | $43,500 | $43,500 | $36,414 |
| 2019 | $44,900 | $44,900 | $38,930 |
| 2020 | $46,475 | $46,475 | $39,536 |
| 2021 | $47,500 | $47,500 | $46,632 |
| 2022 | $48,800 | $48,800 | $42,054 |
| 2023 | $49,900 | $49,900 | $47,560 |
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
55.62% Acceptance Rate
1,713 Total Applicants
1,092 Students Admitted
646 First-Time Students Enrolled
59.16% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1426
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.7 - 3.9
Estimated Median GPA: 3.80
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
Yeshiva University reported total enrollment of about 2,852 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 54% male and 46% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (60.8%), Race/ethnicity unknown (28.3%), and Non-Resident Alien (6.8%). About 13.44% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 14.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
99.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Yeshiva University in 2024 is 2,852 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,164 students. Graduate enrollment is about 4,035 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
91.5%
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 White at 60.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
80.84% 100% Completion Time
83.20% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 80.84% of students graduating from Yeshiva University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Jewish/Judaic Studies: 57% male / 43% female
- Social Work: 24% male / 76% female
- Law: 39% male / 61% 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: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Yeshiva University.
Return on Investment
$18,250 Median Student Debt
$71,353 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
25.58% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
257.01% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Yeshiva University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 59 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Jewish/Judaic Studies: 535 completions
2. Social Work: 394 completions
3. Law: 311 completions
4. Social Work, Other: 130 completions
5. Psychology, General: 97 completions
6. Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist: 72 completions
7. Finance, General: 59 completions
8. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 55 completions
9. Accounting: 51 completions
Most popular programs at Yeshiva University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Yeshiva University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Yeshiva University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $13,637
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $18,550
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Yeshiva University is a private non-profit institution located in New York, NY, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Jewish/Judaic Studies, Social Work, Law. Enrollment is approximately 2,852 students. Student body composition includes White (60.8%), Race/ethnicity unknown (28.3%), Non-Resident Alien (6.8%). The admission rate is 55.62%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1426. The 150%-time completion rate is 83.20%. Approximately 13.44% of students receive Pell Grants. About 14.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
New York, NY 10033-3299
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 83.20% graduation rate, Yeshiva University demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 59 distinct degree programs, Yeshiva University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Yeshiva University located?
Yeshiva University is located in New York, NY.
What is Yeshiva University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Yeshiva University is 55.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,713 applicants and 1,092 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Yeshiva University cost?
Reported tuition is $51,800 and average net price is $49,965 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,750 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Yeshiva University?
Yeshiva University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,164 students, White (60.8%), Race/ethnicity unknown (28.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Yeshiva University?
About 14.4% of students at Yeshiva University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Yeshiva University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Yeshiva University reports midpoint SAT about 1426.
What do graduates of Yeshiva University earn?
Median earnings are $60,252 six years after entry and $71,353 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Yeshiva University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 83.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Yeshiva University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,250.
Is Yeshiva University public or private?
Yeshiva University is a private nonprofit institution located in New York, NY.
Is Yeshiva University an HBCU?
No. Yeshiva University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Yeshiva University a tribal college?
No. Yeshiva University 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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- Mid East regional profile
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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.