The college is divided into three schools: the Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture, the School of Art, and the Albert Nerken School of Engineering. It offers undergraduate and master's degree programs exclusively in the fields of architecture, fine arts, and engineering.
Master's Programmes
Engineering & Technology (4)
- M.Eng. Chemical Engineering
- M.Eng. Civil Engineering
- M.Eng. Electrical Engineering
- M.Eng. Mechanical Engineering
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
- M.Sc. Architecture
About
History
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, established in 1859, is among the nation's oldest and most distinguished institutions of higher education. The college, founded by inventor, industrialist and philanthropist, Peter Cooper, offers a world-class education in art, architecture and engineering as well as an outstanding faculty of humanities and social sciences
Education
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, founded in 1859 by Peter Cooper, prepares talented students to make enlightened contributions to society through outstanding academic programs in architecture, art and engineering.
Career
The mission of the Center for Career Development is to advance personal, educational and professional growth. The Career Center complements The Cooper Union’s academically centered tradition by preparing students to make a successful transition from studying with a distinguished and creative faculty to applying their knowledge and skills to a professional practice.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
Services
Student services
These services include: Career Development, Residence Life, Athletics, Campus Life, Health and Medical Records, Counseling Referrals, Student Support and Advocacy, Student Judiciary, Student Clubs and Organizations, Orientation Programs and Commencement.
Housing services
The 29 3rd Avenue Student Residence Hall makes it possible for students to live in a community and share a collegial approach to learning that will have a lasting impact on their adult, professional lives. Intended to provide a transition for new students from living at home to renting a private apartment, the 29 3rd Avenue Student Residence Hall opened its doors in September of 1992.
Library services
The Cooper Union Library's specialized collections provide support for the academic programs at the institution's three degree-granting schools of Art, Architecture and Engineering, as well as courses in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
Medical services
The Office of Student Affairs maintains partnerships with local providers for counseling, mental health and related supportive services.
Our Student Care Coordinator and Counselor, Cassandra Jolicoeur, is here to meet with students to provide support and to discuss mental health and counseling needs.
Student Life
Sports facilities
At the Cooper Union, we have basketball, soccer, tennis and volleyball teams that are open to all students. All of these sports were initiated by student interest.
Early in the fall semester, tryouts are held for each of the teams. We encourage the participation of both students with past athletic experience and those who are willing to learn. We have a great process and philosophy of teaching that helps all of our athletes improve.
Student clubs
The student organizations at Cooper Union provide an opportunity for students to meet people with similar interests.
- Literary and Performance Groups
- Greek Organizations
- Professional and Honor Societies
- Recreational Sports
- Religious Clubs
- Ethnic Organizations
Accreditation
The MSCHE Accreditation Standards and Requirements of Affiliation provide ongoing guidance to institutions engaged in self-review and peer evaluation. They are comprised of 7 standards and 15 requirements.
Student Reviews
UNI Study Experience
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Study experience was intense. A variety of courses involved. Topics ranged from IT (MATLAB) to economics to fluid mechanics. Overwhelming.
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