First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline | Decision by |
|---|---|---|
| Early decision Apply early, hear early, and you must enroll if admitted. Binding. | November 15, 2026 | December 15, 2026 |
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | December 15, 2026 | January 15, 2027 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | January 5, 2027 | May 1, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: liu.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Long Island University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | 4 MTH 140 MTH 107 | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 8 MTH 140 and MTH 101 MTH 107 and 208 | |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSY 102 PSY 102 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 MTH 100 MTH 119 | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 3 CS 201 CS NE | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | 3 ECO 102 ECO 101 | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | 3 ECO 101 ECO 102 | |
| World History: Modern | 3 | 3 HIS 101 HIS 101 |
Show all 20 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | 4 MTH 140 MTH 107 | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 8 MTH 140 and MTH 101 MTH 107 and 208 | |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSY 102 PSY 102 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 MTH 100 MTH 119 | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 3 CS 201 CS NE | |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | 3 ECO 102 ECO 101 | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | 3 ECO 101 ECO 102 | |
| World History: Modern | 3 | 3 HIS 101 HIS 101 | |
| Environmental Science | 3 | 3 SCI NE SCI NE | |
| European History | 3 | 3 HIS NE HIS NE | |
| Human Geography | 3 | 3 GEO NE GGR NE | |
| Art History | 3 | 6 ART 101 & ART NE Art Elective ART 104 and ART NE | |
| Art/Studio (Drawing or General Portfolio) | 3 | 6 ART 350 & ART NE ART 105 and ART NE | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | 3 POL 161 POL 161 | |
| Government and Politics: U.S | 3 | 3 POL 102 POL 102 | |
| Research | 3 | 3 ENG 110 or ENG NE ENG 110 or ENG NE | |
| Seminar | 3 | 3 ENG 110 or ENG NE ENG 110 or ENG NE | |
| Studio Art 2D | 3 | 6 ART NE ART NE | |
| Studio Art 3D | 3 | 6 ART NE ART NE | |
| U.S. History | 3 | 3 HIS 100 HIS 100 |
Source: liu.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 395 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other | 135 |
| Business Administration and Management | 81 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 73 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | 65 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 58 |
| Occupational Therapy/Therapist | 47 |
| Psychology | 34 |
Show the other 54 majors
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 33 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 29 |
| Finance | 26 |
| Accounting | 23 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 19 |
| Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist | 19 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | 18 |
| Social Work | 17 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 16 |
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | 16 |
| Political Science and Government | 15 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | 14 |
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | 14 |
| Music, Other | 14 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 14 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 13 |
| Computer Game Programming | 11 |
| Forensic Science and Technology | 11 |
| Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist | 11 |
| Fashion Merchandising | 11 |
| Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | 10 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 9 |
| Communication and Media Studies, Other | 9 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 8 |
| Biochemistry | 8 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | 8 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 8 |
| English Language and Literature | 7 |
| Mathematics | 7 |
| Acting | 7 |
| Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | 6 |
| Computer Science | 6 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 6 |
| Digital Arts | 6 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 6 |
| Art Therapy/Therapist | 6 |
| Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations | 6 |
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 5 |
| Social Studies Teacher Education | 4 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | 3 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 3 |
| Economics | 3 |
| Music Teacher Education | 3 |
| Journalism | 2 |
| Art Teacher Education | 2 |
| English/Language Arts Teacher Education | 2 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 2 |
| Music Performance | 2 |
| Actuarial Science | 1 |
| Dance | 1 |
| Sociology | 1 |
| Data Analytics | 1 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 1 |
| Sports Communication | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Ranked programs
Where Long Island University ranks in the top 25 on our top-programs lists, best rank first. How we rank programs
- #22 for Pre-pharmacyof 50 colleges
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Northeast Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball, Water Polo, Wrestling
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Northeast Conference
Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Other Sports, Rowing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball, Water Polo
ROTC
Army
Faith groups
Cru, Newman Connection
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Suburb, large
Federal locale classification
Metro area
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ
19,940,274 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
Yes
More about the place
Nearest airport
Laguardia (LGA)
Nearest hub airport
Laguardia (LGA)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 11.8 of 20
Elevation
185 ft
Time zone
Eastern
January low
27°F
July high
86°F
Annual snowfall
18.5 in
Days at 90°F or higher
16 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$2,640 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- New York Institute of Technology1 mi
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- United States Merchant Marine Academy9 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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