Advice

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

Showtunes For Your NYU Tisch Artistic Review
Nervous about your upcoming artistic review for NYU Tisch? This Tisch student-curated Spotify playlist full of upbeat showtunes will help keep your spirits high.

Applying (The Right Way) to NYU Shanghai
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!