Advice

My Life on the Waitlist
Are you a student admitted to NYU from the waitlist? Here's what you need to know about your time at NYU, from a student who has been there.

Why I Chose NYU: A Senior’s Reflection
Why NYU? A graduating senior offers a moving reflection on that very question and writes about what makes NYU such a special school for him.

A Letter to Incoming NYU First-Generation Students
Are you the first in the family to attend college? It may seem terrifying, but believe me, you’re going to get through it! Signed, a First Gen Student at NYU

“First NYU, Then Anywhere” for #NYU2027
Welcome to the NYU community, #nyu2027! Check out some of our favorite social media celebrations from newly admitted students.

Building Your Portfolio: Advice from a Tisch Student
Are you nervous to submit a portfolio? I know I was. Read on for tips and tricks on navigating the Tisch portfolio!

The Transfer Student Experience at NYU
All about transferring to NYU, as told by three alumni who transferred here as undergraduates.

An Introvert’s Declassified College Survival Guide: NYU Edition
An introverted student shares her advice on how to navigate college life on NYU's NYC campus.

Explore New York City’s Must-Visit Spots for Students
If you want to explore the city beyond NYU’s campuses but have no clue where to start, this guide of must-visit spots is for you!

Showtunes For Your NYU Tisch Artistic Review
Nervous about your upcoming artistic review for NYU Tisch? This Tisch student-curated Spotify playlist full of upbeat showtunes will help keep your spirits high.

Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada Would’ve Been an Unpaid Intern
How to navigate interning in the fashion industry.

The Taylor Swift Album to Listen to While Applying to Each NYU School
College apps leaving you feeling “happy, free, confused, and lonely at the same time?" Escape into Taylor Swift’s discography while applying to NYU!