The New School

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The New School

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Discover a new kind of university in New York City, one where scholars, artists, and designers come together to challenge convention and create positive change. Our university takes full advantage of its location in one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the world. Our colleges include Parsons School of Design, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, the College of Performing Arts, The New School for Social Research, the Schools of Public Engagement, and Parsons Paris.

Virtual Tour

Academic Programs

Art & Design
Business
Communication
Culinary
Design
Economics
Government/Political Science
Liberal Arts
Music
Performing Arts
Research
Science
Social Science
Technology
Visual Arts

Student experience

Athletics
Co-op/Internship Opportunities
Disability Services
Distance/online learning
Intramural/Club Sports
LGBTQIA Services
Military/Veteran Services
Night Class Offerings
On-Campus Housing
Study Abroad
Undergraduate Research
Veteran Fee Waiver

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

A First Year Applicant falls into one of these categories:
• Currently in high school
• Taking both high school and college courses at the same time
• Earning both a high school diploma and associate’s degree at the same time

Transfer

A Transfer Applicant falls into one of these categories:
• Graduated from high school and is attending, or has attended college
• Graduated from high school, attended part of a first semester of college (full-time), but has no grades as they withdrew before the end of the first semester
• Attends/attended an art and design foundation year in the UK

Additional Information

All students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships at the time of admission. US citizens and eligible residents who wish to be considered for need-based financial aid must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Visit us

We invite you to connect virtually with our Admission team through a series of online events and offerings. Experience our campus by taking our immersive virtual campus tour, learn more about our academic programs by registering for an online information session, or meet with our team at an upcoming school visit, college fair, open house, or student panel. We've worked hard to offer many opportunities for you to get a sense of the culture, coursework, and student life at our university. Stay connected with our campus and Welcome Center team through a series of online offerings in New York and Paris.

The New School is a place where learning and creativity are celebrated... where we respect each other, lower our voices to be heard, and hold ourselves and each other to high standards of decency, fairness, and compassion.
Donna Shalala, Interim President