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Private Non-Profit

The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art

New York, NY

Official Website
Median Earnings
$83,847
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
80.7%
6-year completion
Students
842
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
20.7%
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$64,190/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$13,269/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

$46,820/yr

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$3,749/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income$6,904/yr
$48k–$75k/yr income$10,457/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income—
Over $110k/yr income$25,870/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
20.7%
1-Year Retention
91.9%
Pell Grant Recipients
27.9%
First-Generation Students
18.6%

Acceptance Rate

20.7%

Highly selective — strong application required.

Top Programs

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Engineering
56%📋 Curriculum

% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art

How much does The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art cost?

The average net price at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art after grants and scholarships is $13,269 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $64,190/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?

The 6-year graduation rate at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is 80.7%. The 1-year retention rate is 91.9%. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the acceptance rate at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art?

The acceptance rate at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is 20.7%. Highly selective — strong application required.

What do The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art 10 years after enrollment is $83,847. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art a good school?

Whether The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 81% graduation rate, average net price of $13,269/year, median graduate earnings of $83,847 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.