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Need to change something on your application after you’ve already submitted it? Don’t sweat it! Here’s everything you need to know on how to update your application.

You submitted your application. Now what? A member of our Admissions Operations team has some advice on how to check the status of your application and provide important updates.

Apply to NYU Shanghai the right way! We have two admissions processes: one for Chinese citizens, one for international students (plus special considerations for those with Chinese heritage). Read to discover which is right for you!

Applying to college is daunting enough, but having multiple application options can be thought provoking. Lets talk about it!

Do you have questions about the NYU letter of recommendation requirement? Admissions Counselor Risa Harms has answers to all your burning questions!

Applications for fall NYU Precollege are open through August 15, 2025. You can start exploring our course offerings today.

Don’t panic is step number one. Then follow these recommendations.

Don’t panic when your applicant portal doesn’t update immediately as long as you’ve sent everything to us. Different items update at different times.

Looking for advice on the 2025-2026 NYU supplemental essay question? NYU Admissions Counselor Katie Hindman has advice and tips for applicants.

Planning to apply to NYU during the 2025-2026 academic year? Here's what you need to know about recent changes to NYU's Common Application.

NYU is test optional for the 2025–2026 application cycle. Not sure what that "test optional" means? We'll break it down for you.

Everything you need and everything you need to know about the transfer process.