New York University (Stern) Business School Overview
The Leonard N. Stern School of Business at New York University (Stern) provides a wide range of departments and focus areas, including accounting, business analytics, arts administration, consulting, e-commerce, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, general management, health care administration, international business, leadership, manufacturing and technology management, marketing, management information systems, production/operations management, real estate, supply chain management/logistics, quantitative analysis/statistics and operations research, and technology.
Tuition costs are as follows:
- Full-time (in-state & out-of-state): $86,916 per year
- Part-time (in-state & out-of-state): $2,838 per credit
- Executive (in-state & out-of-state): $226,100 for the entire program
- Specialty master’s (in-state & out-of-state): $64,430 for the entire program
At graduation, 78.40% of full-time program graduates are employed.
NYU Stern’s programs are deeply tied to the business world, with its New York City location being a major advantage—here, the city itself becomes an extension of the classroom, attracting top industry leaders. Stern thrives on innovation, often leading the way with bold new ideas. The school encourages students to adapt to a fast-changing global landscape by making transformation a core part of their experience—and Stern practices what it preaches.
The Full-time MBA program consists of 60 credits, with more than half being electives alongside a flexible core curriculum. The first year blends core courses, electives, and the Ignite career development program. By the second semester, students can tailor their studies, choosing up to three specializations, taking part in Stern Solutions (hands-on learning opportunities in NYC and beyond), and even enrolling in courses at other NYU graduate schools.
The MS in Accounting is a one-year, 30-credit program that meets New York State’s educational requirements for the CPA license. The curriculum prepares students for careers in accounting, covering areas like attestation, assurance services, taxation, and forensic accounting.
At-a-Glance
- School Type: Private
- Enrollment (All Programs): 2,405
- Programs Offered: Full-time MBA, Part-time MBA, Executive MBA, Specialty Masters
New York University (Stern) 2025 Rankings
NYU Stern is ranked:
- #6 (tie) out of 133 in Best Business Schools
- #4 out of 239 in Part-time MBA
Rankings are based on performance across key indicators of excellence.
Key Stats:
- Overall Score: 93
- Full-time graduates employed at graduation (two-year average): 82%
- Full-time graduates employed three months after graduation (two-year average): 89.6%
MBA Program Rankings:
- #6 in Best Business Schools (tie)
- #4 in Part-time MBA
Business School Specialty Rankings:
- #5 in Business Analytics
- #8 in Executive MBA
- #3 in Finance
- #10 in Information Systems (tie)
- #6 in International
- #12 in Management (tie)
- #10 in Marketing
- #2 in Real Estate
