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NYU vs Tulane University: Which is Better?

Side-by-side comparison of acceptance rates, SAT scores, tuition, earnings, and more, updated with the latest College Scorecard data.

School

NYU

New York, NY

School

Tulane University

New Orleans, LA

Head-to-Head Stats

MetricNYUTulane
Acceptance Rate9.4%wins14.6%
SAT Range (25th–75th)1480–1570wins1390–1510
ACT Range (25th–75th)33–35wins31–33
Tuition (Out-of-State)$60,438wins$65,538
Avg Net Price$35,035wins$43,939
Median Earnings (10 yr)$82,509wins$63,268
Graduation Rate88.5%88.9%wins
Retention Rate95.5%wins94.4%
Student–Faculty Ratio8:18:1
Total Enrollment29,430wins7,759

Verdict

Based on the data above, NYU edges out Tulane on 8 of 9 measurable categories, including key factors like acceptance rate, earnings, and graduation rate. That said, the right choice depends heavily on your major, financial situation, and campus culture fit.

NYU Strengths

  • Acceptance Rate: 9.4%
  • SAT Range (25th–75th): 1480–1570
  • ACT Range (25th–75th): 33–35
  • Tuition (Out-of-State): $60,438

Tulane Strengths

  • Graduation Rate: 88.9%

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