Description
Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is a unique private institution that offers superb academic opportunities. Located in New York City, Cooper Union provides a modern approach to higher education instruction.Bachelor’s degrees are offered in various concentrations of the following schools:
*The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture
*The School of Art
*The Albert Jerkin School of Engineering
*The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Students interested in pursuing a graduate degree are welcome to apply. Most of Cooper Union’s schools offer master’s degrees.
Cooper Union’s Outreach Program is a scholarship program for high school students talented in the fine arts. Students’ skills are fostered, and students receive support and motivation to continue on to college, particularly at Cooper.
Student life is active on campus. Students are encouraged to get involved with student organizations, student government opportunities, performing arts opportunities, and to explore the beautiful and vibrant city.
Student support services are a valuable resource to the campus. Academic workshops, career services, a health clinic, and financial aid advising helps students navigate through their academic career.
Cooper Union is a stellar university for students searching for a challenging and modern educational experience.
Quick Facts
Location
Northeast
Setting
Large City Setting
Type
Private
Size
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
In-State Tuition
$36,600
Out-of-State Tuition
$36,600
Selectivity
Most Selective
Enrollment
990
Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 920
- Freshman Class
- 193
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 990
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 92%
- Graduate
- 8%
Full-Time vs. Part-time Students
- Full-Time
- 100%
- Part-Time
- 0%
Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State
- In-State
- 48%
- Out-of-State
- 52%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 37%
- Men
- 63%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 5%
- Asian
- 22%
- Caucasian
- 46%
- Latino
- 8%
- Other
- 19%
Students State Origin
- New York
- 48%
- New Jersey
- 12%
- Florida
- 5%
- California
- 4%
- Massachusetts
- 2%
- Other
- 29%
International Students
- International
- 16%
- Domestic
- 84%