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Academics

Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 11:1
Full-Time Student Population 32,527
Part-Time Student Population 10,681
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 2,377
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 3,647
Total FT Faculty 4,548
Faculty with Terminal Degree 92%
Average Faculty Salary $111,891
Full-Time Retention Rate 92%
Part-Time Retention Rate 62%
Graduation Rate 86%
Programs/Majors Offered 188
Average Course Load 4 courses
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? No
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 students: 60%
  • 20 to 49 students: 28%
  • 50 or more students: 12%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Academics at NYU is highly valued, despite the fact that it has lost a bit of its status over the past couple of years. However, the school is making an effort to regain its reputation as one of the most academically sound institutions in the country. Large revisions of general and lab courses have been commissioned, and other actions have been taken to help students further learn and succeed outside of the classroom. Typically, the deeper into specific majors you go, the professors become more engaging and classes more stimulating. Classes usually range from very large in size (500 students) to very small (around 15 students), but overall, if you remain engaged during each class and ask questions, you will learn a great deal, no matter the amount of students in your class.

Expectations at NYU are high, and professors are experts in their fields. The big difference in professor quality comes from whether or not their brilliant minds are as adept at teaching as they are at researching. Almost every professor on campus wants to hear what students think, and all professors are available in some capacity or another, be it email or office hours. Generally, the more interest and effort students express in their classes and the more they establish personal relationships with professors, the more they get out of the class. Be sure to get to know a good number of your professors, as most of them are pioneers in their respective fields; thus, getting to know them may be beneficial in terms of requesting letters of recommendation or for valuable academic opportunities.

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Academics at New York University

ripcord932

Economics and Econometrics '14

4.6
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It All Depends on the Program

It really all depends on the program you are in at NYU. It is such a big university that you cannot compare the different colleges. My personal experience shows me that the NYU Economics and Politics program have great professors who are part of the leading faculty worldwide. It is true that the first few core classes are mainly huge lecture however as you progress in your major the class sizes reduce considerably. I am currently taking two politics classes where we are no more than 25 students. Even professors who teach the large lectures are always willing to know the students more and meet with them. If a student wants to have close relations with his professors he has to be the one to step up. The professor will never make the first move. The LSP program is a really interesting part of NYU. The overall program is great for students who want to get a well rounded knowledge of cultural, philosophical history. Most of the things I've learned in LSP classes have helped me with my politics classes. This program is perfect for students who want to be best friends with their professor (go out for coffee, explore the city, just hand out and even drinks). The classes are small and the professors are always excited to become best friends with their students (plus many of them either live on campus or not far away). I personally am still in touch with an LSP professor I had for three semesters and meet her up regularly to get drinks and talk about almost everything. The main issue you can have in LSP is that because of the large amount of professors they have to sometimes take some who are not great. It can be hard to have a professor who doesn't keep you interested in those classes or sometimes seems to not know what they cover however at the end of the day there are a majority of great professors and by the time you get here you will know who to take (ratemyprofessor, Facebook and Friends).

May 10, 2012

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Academics at New York University

nyunyunyu

Film, Video, and Photography '15

4.6
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Gallatin

I have just transferred from College of Arts and Sciences to Gallatin within NYU. Gallatin is a college of individualized studies. Basically you make your own major and curriculum according to your concentration. Gallatin students have access to most of the other courses in other colleges within NYU as well as their own.

Apr 23, 2012

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Academics at New York University

omidgol321

Political Science and Government '15

4.6
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Rigorous but Fruitful

Because NYU is still rising in national rankings and attempting to make a bigger name for itself, academics are emphasized and rigorous. A positive note, however, is that the university's location helps bring in very talented, experienced individuals as professors, such as the Ex Foreign Minister of Mexico, a CNN anchor, Swizz Beats, and James Franco.

Mar 23, 2012

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User rating for New York University - Academics is 4.6 out of 5 based on 75 user reviews.

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Facts

Instructional Programs Occupational: Yes
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: No
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 4 or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 5, 6, or 7
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • Arts & Science
  • College of Nursing
  • Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences
  • Gallatin School of Individual Study
  • Leonard N. Stern School of Business
  • Silver School of Social Work
  • Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
  • Tisch School of the Arts
Degrees Awarded
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Certificate
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Other
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management: 5%
  • Drama and Theatre Production: 2%
  • Finance, General: 2%
  • Legal Professions and Studies, Other: 2%
Graduation Requirements
  • Arts/fine arts
  • English (including composition)
  • Foreign languages
  • History
  • Humanities
  • Mathematics
  • Philosophy
  • Sciences (biological or physical)
  • Social science
Special Study Options
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Other Academic Offerings
  • Cross-registration
  • Double major
  • Honors program
  • Independent study
  • Internships
  • Liberal arts/career combination
  • Student-designed major
Best Places to Study
  • A vacant room in the College of Arts and Science College Learning Center
  • Bobst Library
  • An empty class in any NYU academic building (especially the Silver Center or in Meyer Hall)
  • Starbucks on the Square
  • Third Avenue North computer lab
  • West Fourth Street ITS lab
  • With friends in your dorm room

Online Courses

NYU's School of Continuing and Professional Studies has online courses.

Did You Know?
  • The Gallatin School of Individualized Study, a small innovative college within New York University, gives students the chance to create their own program of study by allowing them to take a multitude of courses within the different schools of NYU. In this way, students may focus on their unique interests. For more information on the Gallatin School of Individualized Study, go to www.nyu.edu/gallatin.
  • Each year, thousands of people from more than 80 countries worldwide apply for admission to NYU Stern School of Business, due to its prestige and notoriety.
  • The graduate schools most often attended by recent NYU graduates are pretty impressive: Columbia University, Harvard University, New York University, University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University.

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