B
Good
Score: 62/100

The New School

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 New York, New York 10011
🌐 https://www.newschool.edu/
Outcomes
B+
80/100
Affordability
F
21/100
Resources
B
72/100
Experience
A
84/100
Prestige
C+
52/100

Quick Stats

9,434
Total Enrollment
71%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
63%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The The New School Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,661,716
  • Avg rent near campus: $6,021/mo — vs ~$2,558/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10016 (4.3% cap, New York)

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🏆 Where The New School Ranks

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

🥈
Fashion/Apparel Design
of 24 schools
🥈
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
of 61 schools
🥈
Fine and Studio Arts Management
of 8 schools
🥈
Photography
of 14 schools
#5
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
of 27 schools
#6
Industrial and Product Design
of 18 schools
#8
Interior Design
of 85 schools
#10
Systems Science and Theory
of 13 schools
#21
Creative Writing
of 70 schools
#27
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
of 94 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $54,995 $54,995
Room $23,024
Board $6,850
Total Cost (On-Campus) $90,400 $90,400

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
16%
Receive Pell Grants
31%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

9,434
Total Students
75%
Women
92%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 30%
Hispanic 10%
Black 4%
Asian 10%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 39%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 60%
Hybrid (Some Online) 38%
Fully Online 2%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 92%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The New School?
The New School has an acceptance rate of 63%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend The New School?
Tuition at The New School is $54,995 for in-state students and $54,995 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at The New School?
The graduation rate at The New School is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is The New School a good school?
The New School has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend The New School?
The New School has a total enrollment of 9,434 students. Most students (92%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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