New York, New York · Private nonprofit, city campus
Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1295-1501. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 28-34. The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art admitted 21% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).
Quick answer
There is no published minimum. Aim for 1501 or higher to sit in the top quarter of The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's SAT submitters; 1295 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 89% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.
Score check
The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.
Fall 2024 entering class
| Measure | 25th percentile | 50th percentile | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading and Writing | 653 | 705 | 748 |
| SAT Math | 642 | 705 | 753 |
| SAT total (estimated) | 1295 | 1410 | 1501 |
| ACT composite | 28 | 31 | 34 |
The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 748 in Reading and Writing and 753 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 111 points.
College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1410.
Testing policy
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.
Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's website before deciding whether to submit.
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FAQ
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1295 and 1501 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1501 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1295 marks the bottom quarter.
Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 28 to 34, with a median of 31. Scoring 34 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.
For fall 2024 entry, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art's admissions website before you apply.
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art admitted 21% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.
Sources and method
Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.
Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.
Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.
Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].
