Stevens Institute of Technology

8. Stevens Institute of Technology

Though actually located in the neighboring state of New Jersey, the Stevens Institute of Technology, currently ranked 701+ in the world, can justifiably be included among the top places to study in New York due to its proximal location across the river from Manhattan Island. Situated on a 55-acre campus on the west bank of the Hudson River, Stevens Institute of Technology provides a nearby escape from the city proper, offering up some stunning views of NYC’s famous skyline.

As its name would imply, the Stevens Institute of Technology has a strong focus on engineering, science and technology subjects, marketing itself as “The Innovation University”. However, it also offers degrees in arts and humanities subjects – and in fact all undergraduates are required to take some humanities courses. Around 6,100 students are enrolled at the Stevens Institute of Technology and just over half are graduate students.

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There are three more internationally ranked universities close to New York City, located in adjacent states. These are Rutgers – The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick (ranked at 279th in the world), the University of Delaware (431-440) and Rutgers – The State University of New Jersey, Newark (601-650). Located outside of New York City center, these universities may appeal to you for their quieter surroundings and less expensive living costs.