PrivateRuralNew York Institute of Technology
New York Tech
Old Westbury, New York 11568-8000
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for biology
New York Institute of Technology is a private institution in Old Westbury with particular strength in biology and computer science. With an average SAT of 1290, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.3K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $70,080 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,709.
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History & Fun Facts
- •In 1955, the New York Institute of Technology opened under a provisional charter granted by the New York State Board of Regents to NYIT.
- •Its first campus opened at 500 Pacific Street in Brooklyn, New York.
- •By the 1958–1959 academic year, the university had 300 students, and the time had come to expand its physical operations.
- •In April 1958, the college purchased the Pythian Temple at 135–145 W.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1290
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
54.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.5%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,000
Academics
Programs (104)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
79%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
20
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Days out near Old Westbury
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