College comparison

NYU vs Smith

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	NYU New York, NY	Smith Northampton, MA
Acceptance rateNew York University is more selective	9%	21%
SAT (25–75)	1480–1560	1420–1540
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	28,663	2,544
Avg net price	$37,050	$27,579
Median earnings (10 yr)NYU reports higher median earnings	$82,509	$64,027
Graduation rate	88%	89%
Median debt	$20,500	$17,550
Economic mobility	3.6%	1.9%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is New York University or Smith College harder to get into?

New York University is more selective: New York University's acceptance rate is approximately 9% and Smith College's is approximately 21% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for New York University vs Smith College?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1480–1560 at New York University and 1420–1540 at Smith College. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.