Yale University
New Haven, USA
"A private university in New Haven, Connecticut"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#16 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
About Yale University
Yale University is a private university in New Haven, Connecticut, founded in 1701. It is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the United States. Its campus is in New Haven, a mid-sized community with easy access to housing, shops and local employers. Popular programmes include Economics, Political Science, Management and Public Health. Admission is highly competitive and international applicants are assessed on grades, essays and recommendations.
Rankings & Recognition
#16
Ranked #16 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Yale University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
100.00#9
Employer Reputation
100.00#7
Faculty Student Ratio
100.00#12
Citations per Faculty
73.40#250
International Faculty Ratio
77.60#247
International Student Ratio
71.80#262
International Student Diversity
75.40#232
International Research Network
93.50#131
Employment Outcomes
99.90#18
Sustainability
78.00#144
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Key Facts
1701
Founded
#16
QS 2027 Rank
Private university
Type
New Haven
City
Popular Programs
Economics
Political Science
Management
Public Health
Application Details
Application Route
Online via school portal / Common App
Intakes
Fall and Spring
Standardized Test Requirements
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
I-20 + F-1 student visa
Post-Study Work
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Green Card Pathway
H-1B / employment-based
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
100%
Placement Ratio
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week (on-campus only)
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff —
Student-Staff Ratio —
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Yale University has its campus in New Haven, Connecticut, in a mid-sized city setting.
Campus Details
1
main campus
1701
founded
Campus Forecast
Humid: cold snowy winters
warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence halls and nearby off-campus rentals
Dining
Dining halls with flexible meal plans
Health & Wellness
Student health centre and counselling; health insurance required
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
$69,900 / year
Cost of Living
High
Intakes & Deadlines
Most students start in the fall semester (August or September), with a spring intake in January at many programmes. Check the Yale University international admissions pages for deadlines.
Scholarships at Yale University
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Very strong grades, essays and recommendations; English proof where needed. Test policy is set by the university. Prior study related to Economics helps for that major.
Postgraduate
Strong bachelor's record, statement and recommendations; GRE / GMAT where the programme asks. For Management, a related bachelor's degree is preferred.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
English test score (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo)
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters
Resume / CV
Bank statement (proof of funds)
Passport-size photo
GRE / GMAT / SAT if required
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
2
Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
3
Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
4
Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
5
Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
6
F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.
Campus & Location
Yale University has its campus in New Haven, Connecticut, in a mid-sized city setting.
Bachelor's
2
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Bachelor's
Economics
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Bachelor's
Political Science
Master's
2
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Master's
Management
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Master's
Public Health
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