Life

Should I Live Off or On Campus as an NYU Student?
Should you live on campus or off as an NYU student? Current student Tino has experience with both NYU residential life and apartment living, and she shares the unique advantages both have to offer!

How to Navigate New York City’s Complex Transportation System
A guide to New York City’s intricate transit system and to NYU’s free transportation resources, such as shuttle buses and safety rides.

How NYU Students Spend Their Summer Break
Here’s a rundown of what NYU students from different colleges are doing over the summer. Every student is unique in their summer plans!

An NYU Student’s Guide to Summer in New York City
Not sure how to spend the summer in New York City? Here’s an NYU guide to summertime in the city. Read on to get inspired by Tisch drama student Julia’s recommendations!

Running in New York City: NYU Edition
Skip the crowded subways and Uber rides because there is no better way to explore the scenery that New York City has to offer than from your own two feet!

Is an Urban Campus Like NYU Right for You?
Getting outside of your comfort zone may be just what you need for an incredible college experience.

How I Made NYC Feel Like Home
NYU Abu Dhabi student Amina shares how she came to make NYU's NYC campus feel like a home during her study away experience.

How to Explore Entertainment in New York City on a Budget
New York City is the city for all things entertainment! Here are fun, affordable, things to explore while you’re a student at NYU.

Food For The Soul: Local Bagels and Coffee Locations
A current NYU student shares her favorite list of local bagel and coffee shops to help make NYC feel more like home during your first year.

An Updated List of the Best Quick Food Spots Around NYU
From birria tacos and Lebanese flatbreads to bao buns and Korean fried chicken, there is a quick food spot for everyone near campus!

Explore New York State: Day Trips out of New York City
Want to get away from New York City for awhile? Here are some great day trips in the surrounding area.

NYC for Free: An NYU Student’s Guide to Exploring on a Budget
NYU student Chris shares his favorite free (or almost free!) activities to explore New York City on a college student budget.