I was discussing with my friends about the largest private universities in the US and we all had different thoughts. Can anyone here put an end to our debate and clarify which is truly the largest private university in the US by student population? It would be great to know your source too!
The largest private university in the U.S. by student population is New York University (NYU). According to the most recent data from the National Center for Education Statistics, NYU enrolled over 50,000 students for the 2020-2021 academic year. This count includes both undergraduate and graduate students.
The reason NYU's student population is so large is because it offers a wide range of programs in various fields of study and has multiple campuses, not just in the U.S., but globally as well. Their largest faculties are in Arts and Sciences, Professional Studies, and Business.
It's important to note that student population size can vary year-by-year, so it's worthwhile to check for the most recent statistics if you need the most accurate data.
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