Advice
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NYU Will Be Test Optional for the 2023-2024 Application Cycle
An important update from AVP for Undergraduate Admissions, Jonathan B. Williams, on NYU's standardized testing policy.
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Announcing the 2023-2024 Common Application for NYU
Planning to apply to NYU during the 2023-2024 academic year? Here's what you need to know about recent changes to NYU's Common Application.
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An International Student’s Guide to Moving to NYU Alone
Scared about moving to NYU by yourself from across the world? That's completely normal! Here are my tips as someone who travelled over 10,000 miles to study at NYU in NYC.
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Netflix’s “Never Have I Ever” and Applying to College
An NYU Admissions Counselor tells you what’s true or false about college admissions in Netflix’s hit show “Never Have I Ever.” Spoilers Ahead!
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Extracurriculars: An International Applicant’s Guide
A current student shares their tips for international students on extracurricular activities and how to discuss them in the NYU application.
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Tips for the Summer Before Your Senior Year of High School
Are you wondering how to spend the summer before your senior year of high school? Five NYU students offer their guidance.
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Making the Most of Your High School Summers
Colleges want to see you are productive with your time off. Consider these factors and take control of how you spend your summer vacation.
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What’s UPP? NYU Abu Dhabi’s University Prep Program
NYU Abu Dhabi’s two-day virtual University Prep Program focuses on supporting rising high school seniors and students taking a gap year with the college search and application processes, from finding the right fit to putting together the best college application possible.
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Finding Fit Through Instagram: Social Media and the College Search
You read that right—more and more colleges use social media to connect with students. Here’s how to best engage with us online.
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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!
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Applying to NYU: Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” Edition
Applying to NYU? Have yet to listen to Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” album? Discover which song you are based on your intended NYU school!
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Dos and Donʼts After You Submit Your Application
The hard part is over. You've submitted your application, and now you've just got to wait. Here are some dos and don'ts to help pass the time.