NYU GPA scale and grading policy
Quick answer: New York University uses the standard 4.0 scale with +/−. NYU uses holistic review. School GPA reviewed alongside course rigor and other factors.
| Metric | NYU Standard |
|---|---|
| Typical admit GPA | 3.7 - 4.0 |
| Good standing minimum | 2.0 |
| Dean's List threshold | 3.65+ for Dean's List (varies by school) |
| Scale type | Standard 4.0 scale with +/−. |
How NYU recalculates GPA for admission
NYU uses holistic review. School GPA reviewed alongside course rigor and other factors. The number you submit on your transcript and the number NYU uses in its admission decision may differ. Use the calculator above to model both — switch the preset to match NYU's policy.
Fall 2024 overall admit rate
Approximately 8%
Source: NYU Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Class of 2028
Maintaining a good NYU GPA
- School choice locks your admit chance. Tandon admit rate runs roughly 30%; Stern and Tisch sit below 10%. Picking a less-competitive school with the goal of transferring into Stern later is harder than expected — internal transfer to Stern requires 3.5+ NYU GPA plus separate application.
- Test-optional but tests still help. NYU is test-optional but submitting a strong SAT (1500+) or ACT (34+) is read as a positive signal in holistic review. The majority of admitted students still submit scores.
- Sticker price is real — no merit lifelines. NYU's published cost of attendance runs over $90K/year. Need-based aid is meaningful but limited to demonstrated need. Plan financially before applying.
Admit-range and policy data verified against NYU's official admissions page.