The Global Learning Collaborative: admissions and school facts
The Global Learning Collaborative (DBN 03M403) is a New York City public high school in Upper West Side, Manhattan with one admissions program. Admission: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Its average SAT is 865 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 94% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 1
- Average SAT
- 865
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 94%
- College and career rate
- 57%
- Students
- 409
- Applicants per seat
- 1
Free. Enter your academic group and borough, and the estimate takes your priorities into account.
How to get in
Seats and applicants are from the DOE directory for the Fall 2025 admissions round. Rules can change: confirm them on MySchools.
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)A17A
Focus: Humanities & Interdisciplinary
Educational Option: the school takes students of mixed levels. About 16% of seats go to high-scoring students, 68% to mid-range and 16% to lower-scoring; a random number decides within each category.
85 seats · 73 applicants · 1 per seat
About the school
GLC students participate in a rich interdisciplinary curriculum designed to explore what makes a global citizen. Our English and double-period Global History courses emphasize a strong writing foundation from which students build their knowledge of the world and themselves. Our World Dance program allows students to experience the history and creativity of our world's cultures as expressed through music and dance. Math and science classes explore the impact of sustainable energy sources. Students are encouraged to pursue our 12 Advanced Placement courses and College Now classes. Extra-curriculars foster advocacy through Student Council, Model UN, Generation Citizen, Mock Trial and Study Abroad. Interested GLC students can graduate early.
Courses and languages
AP courses (11): Calculus AB, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, Macroeconomics, Psychology, Studio Art - 3D, United States Government and Politics, United States History, World History: Modern
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball, Bowling, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Boys: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Soccer, Volleyball
Clubs: Model UN, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Community Service Club, Student Council, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Environmental Club, ELA/ENL Academy Club, GLC Dance Company Club, STEP Team, Yearbook Club, Weight Training Club, Girls Empowerment Club, Chinese Language and Culture Club, French Language and Culture Club, Table Top Gaming Club, Crochet Club, Drama Club, Senior Board
Students
- Girls
- 54%
- English language learners
- 11%
- Students with disabilities
- 26%
- Economic need index
- 90%
- Asian
- 2%
- Black
- 20%
- Hispanic
- 73%
- White
- 3%
- Multi-racial
- 1%
- Native American
- 1%
What the school community says
Share of positive answers in the 2026 NYC School Survey. This is a DOE survey, not a rating from us.
- Students feel safe
- 89%
- Rigorous instruction
- 46%
- Supportive environment
- 52%
- Family and community ties
- 70%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 145 West 84 Street, New York, NY 10024
- Neighborhood
- Upper West Side
- Subway
- 1 to 86th St; B, C to 81st St - Museum of Natural History
- Bus
- BxM2, M10, M104, M11, M5, M7, M79-SBS, M86-SBS
- School hours
- 8:32 AM – 2:52 PM
- Building access
- Fully Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into The Global Learning Collaborative?
The Global Learning Collaborative admits students through: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is The Global Learning Collaborative?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had 1 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at The Global Learning Collaborative?
The average SAT was 865 in 2024-25, compared with a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools (DOE data, students who took the test).
What is the graduation rate at The Global Learning Collaborative?
94% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 57% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is The Global Learning Collaborative and how do you get there?
The school is at 145 West 84 Street, Manhattan. Subway: 1 to 86th St; B, C to 81st St - Museum of Natural History. Bus: BxM2, M10, M104, M11, M5, M7, M79-SBS, M86-SBS.
Other high schools nearby
Sources: NYC DOE Fall 2025 admissions directory, DOE InfoHub demographics 2025-26, SAT 2024-25, NYC School Survey. School Match is not affiliated with NYC Public Schools. How we calculate chances, and how accurate they are