<p>OP, this is an interesting topic to me, as (a) I have a DS who is now in his second year at NYU, and (b) I serve on the school board, where two years ago we adopted a “no class rank” policy for our guidance department in preparing college applications submissions. The fact that our HS no longer gives a class rank has had no impact on the colleges where the students have applied and their acceptances to those schools. As a matter of fact, the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences shows that NYU does not require that class rank be reported as part of the application (see the admissions buttion at [College</a> Navigator - New York University](<a href=“College Navigator - New York University”>College Navigator - New York University) ). So perhaps this issue may be moot.</p>
<p>However, there are many factors in the acceptance process. As others have noted, you should look at all your criteria, including financial, as part of your college application and selection process. Work with your GC and get the help you need. </p>
<p>Good Luck!</p>