Free resource for international students - visa, universities, scholarships, jobs, and life in the US
Private UniversityEst. 1831STEM OPT Eligible

Study in New York University

New York, NY

13%
Acceptance Rate
32%
Intl Students
85%
OPT Job Rate
Last verified: March 2026 - cross-referenced with official university and USCIS sources. Visa rules change - always confirm with your DSO.

Overview for International Students

NYU is one of the most internationally diverse universities in the US, with over 32% international students. Located in the heart of Manhattan's Greenwich Village, NYU offers unparalleled access to New York City's finance, media, tech, and creative industries. NYU also has campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai.

  • 32% international students - one of the highest ratios in the US
  • Located in Manhattan - Wall Street, media, and tech on your doorstep
  • Global campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai
  • Stern School of Business: top-ranked finance and MBA programs
  • Tisch School of the Arts: one of the best film and arts schools globally
  • NYC work authorization - strong OPT and H-1B placement in finance and tech

Who Thrives at NYU?

NYU doesn't have a traditional campus - it is Manhattan, and Manhattan is the curriculum. Students here don't go to parties in dorms; they go to gallery openings in Chelsea and networking events on Wall Street. This is ideal for international students who want to immerse in a global city immediately, but it can feel disorienting for those who expect the contained, community-feel of a traditional campus. NYU Stern is one of the most respected finance schools in the world, and Tisch is a top-tier arts conservatory. If your goal is finance, media, or the arts, NYU's location and industry access are impossible to replicate elsewhere.

Rankings

#35
QS World
#35
US News
#9 (Stern)
US News Business

Admissions Requirements

Acceptance Rate13%
Total Enrollment59,144
TOEFL Minimum100 (iBT)
IELTS Minimum7

Application Deadlines

Early Decision INovember 1
Early Decision IIJanuary 1
Regular DecisionJanuary 5

Popular Majors for International Students

BusinessLiberal ArtsFilm & TVComputer ScienceSocial Work

Scholarships for International Students

NYU Merit Scholarships
$5,000–$25,000/year
Wasserman Center Fellowships
Varies
Note: Scholarship availability and amounts change annually. Always verify directly with the university financial aid office before applying.

Jobs & OPT for International Students

STEM OPT Eligible
Yes - 3 years total
OPT Employment Rate
85% within 6 months

Top Employers Who Hire from NYU

Goldman SachsJPMorganGoogleNBCUniversalDeloitteBloombergViacom

Cost Summary (Annual)

Tuition & Fees$60,438
Est. Living Costs$26,000
Total Est. Cost$86,438

Estimates for 2025–26 academic year. Actual costs vary. Check university website for current figures.

International Student Profile

Total Enrollment59,144
Intl Students19,000
Intl Student %32%

International Student Office

DSO Contact:
ois@nyu.edu
Official Intl Office

Monthly Visa Update

Visa rule changes, scholarship deadlines, and OPT updates - once a month.