Harvard University vs New York University

This page compares Harvard University and New York University across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes — plus cross-admit decision data from 251 applicants admitted to both.

Based on 251 applicants admitted to both schools, 93% chose to attend Harvard University. This cross-admit data reflects real enrollment decisions from verified law school applicants on LSD.Law.

Both schools are closely ranked in U.S. News: #6 and #8, separated by just 2 positions, making cross-admit data especially useful for deciding between them.

Harvard University is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, while New York University is in New York City, New York. Regional placement matters: graduates tend to find employment near their law school, so location should factor into your decision alongside rankings and cost.

On cost, Harvard University has lower tuition at $77,100 per year compared to $83,952. Combined with employment rates of 90.7% (HLS) and 92.9% (NYU), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.