Yeshiva University

Yeshiva University Overview

Yeshiva University is a private, nonprofit school in the city of New York, New York. Yeshiva University was founded in 1886 and the school currently enrolls around 5,258 students a year, which includes 2,616 undergraduates. Yeshiva University provides on-campus housing for students. The majority of students live on campus but first-year students are not required to live in the dorms.

📆 Mark your calendar! The final application deadline for Fall 2023 is February 1. Regular decision applicants for Fall 2023 should hear from Yeshiva University by April 1.

Student Activities at Yeshiva University

Interested in music or performing? At Yeshiva University you can join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of the school's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Yeshiva University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at Yeshiva University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Yeshiva University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Yeshiva University on the Student Life page.

2022 Yeshiva University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	67%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED offered but % not available
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.4
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	44%
Tuition	$45,200
Percent of Need Met	89%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$44,361

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Is Yeshiva University a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" can mean different things for different people. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a better view of what Yeshiva University offers and if it might be a good choice for you.

Yeshiva University Acceptance Rate 2022

It is moderately difficult to get into Yeshiva University. Around 67% of applicants get into Yeshiva University each year. Out of 1,442 applications received in 2022, 972 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Yeshiva University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Yeshiva University, around 92% come back their sophomore year. Around 78% of students who started at Yeshiva University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Yeshiva University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with Yeshiva University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Yeshiva University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Yeshiva University's endowment was $894.5 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $17,926 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Yeshiva University

Tuition cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Yeshiva University meets 89% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Yeshiva University full-time are awarded $44,361 a year in financial aid, on average.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $23,678 in student loans for each student with debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Yeshiva University.

Based on this information, does Yeshiva University seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Yeshiva University a good school for you?

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Where is Yeshiva University?

Yeshiva University is located in the urban setting of New York, New York.

If you want to see Yeshiva University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 95 to New York, or book a flight to the nearest airport, LaGuardia.

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