C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

Long Island University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Brookville, New York 11548
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
F
26/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
A+
99/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Quick Stats

16,322
Total Enrollment
55%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
90%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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The Long Island University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,158,180
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,042/mo — vs ~$1,259/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 11542 (3.5% cap, Glen Cove)

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🏆 Where Long Island University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Industrial and Physical Pharmacy and Cosmetic Sciences
of 3 schools
#4
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other
of 8 schools
#20
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
of 100 schools
#29
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $39,458 $39,458
Room $11,330
Board $6,024
Total Cost (On-Campus) $63,496 $63,496

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
39%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 404 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 258 grads/yr Pharmacy 172 grads/yr Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other 144 grads/yr Social Work 131 grads/yr Veterinary Medicine 98 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 98 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 96 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 77 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 77 grads/yr Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology 76 grads/yr Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 70 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 65 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 64 grads/yr Industrial and Physical Pharmacy and Cosmetic Sciences 61 grads/yr Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 58 grads/yr Psychology, General 54 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 54 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 52 grads/yr Library and Information Science 50 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Long Island University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Nurse practitioners
$129k/yr 320,400 jobs
Pharmacists
$137k/yr 335,100 jobs
Medical and health services managers
$118k/yr 616,200 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Social and community service managers
$78k/yr 219,800 jobs
Social work teachers, postsecondary
$76k/yr 17,100 jobs

Student Demographics

16,322
Total Students
64%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Hispanic 14%
Black 9%
Asian 11%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 98%
Hybrid (Some Online) 1%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Long Island University?
Long Island University has an acceptance rate of 90%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Long Island University?
Tuition at Long Island University is $39,458 for in-state students and $39,458 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Long Island University?
The graduation rate at Long Island University is 55%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Long Island University a good school?
Long Island University has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Long Island University?
Long Island University has a total enrollment of 16,322 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology