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Congregation Talmidei Mesivta Tiferes Shmiel Aleksander

Yeshiva Aleksander

Brooklyn, New York 11219-5440

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Close-knit campus — excellent value

Congregation Talmidei Mesivta Tiferes Shmiel Aleksander is a private urban institution in Brooklyn, New York. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 169 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

12% of students graduate within four years. Net price after aid averages $8,602.

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—Acceptance
—SAT Avg
169Students
9:1Student:Faculty
12%Grad Rate
—Earnings 10yr
$8,602Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Congregation Talmidei Mesivta Tiferes Shmiel Aleksander Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$21,000
Room & Board$6,000
Books & Supplies$500
Total Cost of Attendance$25,625
Average Net Price$8,602

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$7,673
$30–48K$9,258
$48–75K$10,787

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

100.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (1)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

96%

Positive
  • •96% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
169
Gender Split
0% / 100%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
78%

Race & Ethnicity

White 100%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate12.3%
Freshman Retention96.4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

EWR Newark Liberty10 mi
JFK New York JFK11 mi
LGA New York LaGuardia12 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA194 mi · ~5h 36m drive
New York, NY6 mi · ~10 min drive
Hartford, CT105 mi · ~3h 2m drive
Providence, RI158 mi · ~4h 34m drive
Albany, NY141 mi · ~4h 4m drive
Syracuse, NY201 mi · ~5h 48m drive
Rochester, NY255 mi · ~7h 22m drive
Buffalo, NY296 mi · ~8h 33m drive
Philadelphia, PA77 mi · ~2h 13m drive
Pittsburgh, PA315 mi · ~9h 6m drive
Harrisburg, PA154 mi · ~4h 27m drive
Newark, NJ12 mi · ~21 min drive
Washington, DC200 mi · ~5h 47m drive
Baltimore, MD166 mi · ~4h 48m drive
Atlanta, GA743 mi · ~21h 28m drive
Charlotte, NC527 mi · ~15h 13m drive
Raleigh, NC419 mi · ~12h 6m drive
Miami, FL1087 mi · ~31h 24m drive
Orlando, FL934 mi · ~26h 59m drive
Tampa, FL999 mi · ~28h 52m drive
Nashville, TN757 mi · ~21h 52m drive
New Orleans, LA1165 mi · ~33h 39m drive
Richmond, VA282 mi · ~8h 9m drive
Chicago, IL713 mi · ~20h 36m drive
Detroit, MI483 mi · ~13h 57m drive
Minneapolis, MN1019 mi · ~29h 26m drive
St. Louis, MO872 mi · ~25h 11m drive
Kansas City, MO1094 mi · ~31h 36m drive
Indianapolis, IN644 mi · ~18h 36m drive
Columbus, OH477 mi · ~13h 47m drive
Cleveland, OH406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Milwaukee, WI734 mi · ~21h 12m drive
Dallas, TX1369 mi · ~39h 33m drive
Houston, TX1415 mi · ~40h 53m drive
Austin, TX1509 mi · ~43h 36m drive
San Antonio, TX1580 mi · ~45h 39m drive
Los Angeles, CA2447 mi · ~70h 41m drive
San Francisco, CA2568 mi · ~74h 11m drive
San Diego, CA2429 mi · ~70h 10m drive
Seattle, WA2405 mi · ~69h 29m drive
Portland, OR2442 mi · ~70h 33m drive
Denver, CO1629 mi · ~47h 4m drive
Phoenix, AZ2140 mi · ~61h 49m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1970 mi · ~56h 55m drive
Honolulu, HI4962 mi · ~143h 21m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Newark Liberty (EWR)10 miles
Rental car
15 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
20 min$12-20
New York JFK (JFK)11 miles
Rental car
17 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
22 min$13-22

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