Academics
Honors Programs and Research Opportunities for NYU Undergraduates
Each of NYU’s schools and colleges offers honors programs and guided research opportunities for especially high achievers.
Was She Ready for College in New York City?
Aspiring comedian and Educational Theatre major Liv Rocklin was both nervous and excited when she got into NYU. Despite some doubts, she quickly found her groove.
The Practicum Course
Practicum courses help students learn about a field by working in it. How do they differ from internships, what do they look like, and where can I find one?
Understanding Global Public Health Undergraduate Majors
If you’re interested in global public health, you’re not alone in being a bit confused by it. I hope this article will help answer some of your questions.
A Fellowship for First-Generation Entrepreneurs
The NYU First Generation to College Founders Fellowship offers first-generation students community, mentorship, and momentum.
Believe That You Belong: A First-Generation Transfer Student’s Journey
NYU was Deigo's dream school and when he transferred here, he hit the ground running. Now, he is double majoring in Chemistry and Gender and Sexuality Studies, conducting research in a lab, and getting involved in community outreach.
Policy, Education, and Research: Build a Curriculum to Change the World
In NYU classrooms, students develop an intellectual foundation for changing the world through policy, education, and research.
So What Is the Liberal Studies Core?
The Liberal Studies Core is a two-year track that allows students to integrate travel into their curriculum while learning in a small-class environment.
Civil Engineering from Abu Dhabi to New York City and Back
Veronica Wambura’s broad civil engineering curriculum has helped her sharpen her focus.
Ready, Set, Summer: From Script to Screen with Tisch’s High School Screenwriting Workshop
This summer high schoolers can learn the ins and outs of writing for the big and small screen with Tischʼs Online High School Screenwriters Workshop.
A Tandon Alumni’s Quest to Build a Better Motor
By leveraging NYU's expert faculty along with its entrepreneurial and prototyping resources, Nader Ahmed brought his idea to life.
From NYU Shanghai to NYU Florence—And Beyond
At NYU Shanghai, Aicha Hanne is living her childhood dream while carving a path toward the future.