Academics
The Humanities Major at NYU Shanghai
With an interdisciplinary approach and an emphasis on specialization, NYU Shanghai’s Humanities major gives students the freedom to chart their own course
The Premed Track: NYU Edition
NYU offers preprofessional tracks to equip students with the guidance and coursework needed to accomplish their professional goals.
You CAN Double Major: How I Did It and How Iʼm Doing
Interested in picking up a second major? Hereʼs an inside scoop about life as a double major at NYU.
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.