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NYU for Indian Students

Manhattan, New York City, USA

NYU is a global multi-campus university with no traditional enclosed campus. The city IS the campus. Known for Stern Business, Tisch Arts, and unmatched access to NYC's finance, media, tech, and arts ecosystems. Three degree-granting campuses: New York, Abu Dhabi, Shanghai.

~8-12%

Acceptance Rate

3

Global Campuses

12+

Study-Away Sites

80+

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Undergraduate (School-Based) Masters (Finance, Data, Policy) MBA (Stern School of Business)

What Makes NYU Different

Urban University Model

NYU has no traditional enclosed campus. Manhattan is the campus. Students intern, network, and attend industry events throughout NYC from early semesters. This is a fundamentally different experience from residential campus universities.

School-Based Admissions

You must choose a specific NYU school: Stern (Business), CAS (Arts & Science), Tandon (Engineering), Tisch (Arts), Steinhardt (Education/Media), Gallatin (Interdisciplinary). Difficulty varies widely by school. Stern and Tisch are the most competitive.

3 Global Campuses + Study-Away

NYU New York (flagship), NYU Abu Dhabi (highly selective, strong scholarships), NYU Shanghai (global business focus). Plus study-away semesters in London, Florence, Paris, Berlin, Sydney, Buenos Aires. One of the most globally mobile US universities.

Dr. Karan Gupta's tip: NYU admissions are school-driven and career-focused. Applications succeed when students show why that specific NYU school, and why NYC or a global campus matters for their goals. Generic “I love New York” essays hurt applications. Prestige-only applications rarely work. Talk to us about your NYU strategy.

NYU Admission Requirements for Indian Students

Undergraduate

  • Strong Grades 9-12 (IB, CBSE, ISC, Cambridge accepted)
  • SAT/ACT policy varies by year; strong scores help for Stern/Engineering
  • Common Application + NYU supplemental essays
  • Essays must explain: why that specific school, how NYC/global campus fits goals
  • Early Decision I (Nov), ED II (Jan), Regular Decision (Jan)
  • ED significantly improves admission chances (binding)

Masters / Graduate

Strong programs:

  • Finance & Quantitative Finance
  • Business Analytics & Data Science
  • Public Policy & Media
  • Engineering (Tandon)

Requirements:

MBA (Stern School of Business)

Stern is top-tier for:

  • Finance & consulting
  • Media & entertainment
  • Tech leadership
  • NYC recruiting access

Requirements:

Top Programs at NYU

Stern Business: Top globally for finance, consulting, media & entertainment

Tisch School of the Arts: Film, drama, music, game design - world-renowned

Economics & Finance: Strong academic and industry reputation in NYC

Data Science & AI: Growing strength with industry partnerships

Public Policy (Wagner): Strong in urban policy and nonprofit leadership

Tandon Engineering: Tech and innovation focus in Brooklyn

Costs & Scholarships

Costs

  • Undergraduate: ~$65,622/year (varies by school — Stern and Tisch higher)
  • Master's: ~$50,000–$70,000/year (program-dependent)
  • MBA: ~$160,000+ total (Stern, 2-year)
  • Living costs: ~$2,200–$2,800/month | ~$26,000–$34,000/year
  • Total estimated annual budget: ~$92,000–$100,000/year (tuition + Manhattan living)
  • Approximate for recent intake cycles — Study in USA | Cost Calculator

Scholarships

  • UG: Limited aid for internationals at NYC campus
  • NYUAD: Strong scholarships and funding available
  • Graduate: Varies by program
  • Stern MBA: Fellowships available (competitive)
  • Read: Scholarships Guide

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FAQs: NYU for Indian Students

What NYU school should I apply to?
NYU uses school-based admissions. You must choose: Stern (Business), CAS (Arts & Science), Tandon (Engineering), Tisch (Arts), Steinhardt (Education/Media), or Gallatin (Interdisciplinary). Each has different competitiveness and focus. Choose based on your academic interests, not prestige.
Is NYU Abu Dhabi easier than NYU New York?
No. NYUAD is actually harder to get into than NYU New York in many cases. It is a highly selective liberal arts campus with a small cohort, strong scholarships, and a global student body. Many applicants underestimate its competitiveness.
Does applying Early Decision help at NYU?
Yes. NYU uses ED heavily and applying Early Decision can materially improve admission chances, especially for competitive schools like Stern. ED is binding, so only apply if NYU is your top choice.
Is GMAT required for NYU Stern MBA?
Yes, GMAT or GRE is required for NYU Stern MBA. Stern is one of the strongest MBA programs globally for finance, consulting, and media/entertainment.
Is NYU expensive for international students?
Yes. NYU is one of the most expensive US universities. Tuition plus Manhattan housing, insurance, and living expenses add up significantly. Financial aid for international undergraduates is limited.
Can I study at NYU's global campuses?
Yes. NYU students can spend semesters at global sites including Abu Dhabi, Shanghai, London, Florence, Paris, Berlin, Sydney, and Buenos Aires. This makes NYU one of the most globally mobile US universities.

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