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Long Island University

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world rank  972

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Overview

Established in 1926, the Long Island University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium town of Brookville (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), New York. This institution also has branch campuses in New York City, Brooklyn, Brentwood, Riverhead and Westchester. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Long Island University (LIU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Long Island University (LIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 98-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Long Island University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Long Island University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Long Island University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Long Island University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym LIU
Founded 1926
Motto Urbi et Orbi
Of the city and the world
Colours Blue and yellow
Mascot Shark
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University Location

Address 720 Northern Boulevard
Brookville
11548-1327 New York
United States
Long Island University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Long Island University Phone Number +1 (516) 299 2900
Long Island University Fax Number +1
Other locations New York City, Brooklyn, Brentwood, Riverhead and Westchester

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Long Island University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Long Island University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Long Island University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Long Island University.

Long Island University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
International
students
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Long Island University's admission information.

Long Island University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Long Island University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Long Island University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Long Island University's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Long Island University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Long Island University's Admission Office Admission Office

720 Northern Blvd
Brookville 11548
(516) 299-2900
(800) 548-7526

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Long Island University.

Long Island University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Long Island University has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Long Island University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Long Island University's Control Type Control Type

Long Island University is a private higher education institution.


Long Island University's Entity Type Entity Type

Long Island University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Long Island University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Long Island University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Long Island University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Long Island University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Professional-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Long Island University's main facilities:


Long Island University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Long Island University's Library

Long Island University's library has 5 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 530,957 physical volumes, 698,533 physical media, 18,903 digital/electronic media and 230 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 28 full-time employees, including 16 librarians. Long Island University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Long Island University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Long Island University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,520 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Long Island University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Long Island University's main services:


Long Island University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Long Island University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Long Island University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Long Island University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Long Island University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Long Island University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Long Island University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1955


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Long Island University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Long Island University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Long Island University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Long Island University's Facebook page Long Island University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Long Island University's X (formerly Twitter) page Long Island University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Long Island University's YouTube channel Long Island University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Long Island University's Instagram page Long Island University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Long Island University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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