Admissions

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College Application Submitted. What Next?

Here's what to do after you submit your application.

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I Submitted My Application—Now What?

Don’t panic is step number one. Then follow these recommendations.

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5 Tips to Get Your NYU Application Submitted

Here’s a bonus tip: don’t wait until the last minute.

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Ready, Set, Click: Your Admissions Decision Is (Almost) Here

Decision release is around the corner. Here’s everything you need to know about accessing your admissions decision.

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6 Proofreading Habits for Your College Essay and Beyond

Finished your first draft of your college essay? Here’s the next part—proofreading and editing. These tips will guide you through the treacherous proofreading process to make your writing as sharp as possible.

Winning the Early Decision Waiting Game

You've submitted your Early Decision application! Now comes the hard part. Here's what you can do to survive (and thrive) as you wait for your decision.

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Listen While You Wait: A “Good Vibes Only” Playlist for Admissions Season

Keep your spirits up while waiting for your admissions decision with this NYU student-curated playlist full of optimistic tunes from Dua Lipa, Mumford & Sons, Destiny's Child, and more.

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Is Early Decision Right for Me?

Applying to college is daunting enough, but having multiple application options can be thought provoking. Lets talk about it!

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Finding Myself in the Stern Core Curriculum

A story of how Stern's Functional Business Core helped an ambassador explore her own career interests and find what she is truly passionate in

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Transfer-to-Transfer: Advice from Current NYU Students

Transferring to NYU? Current students who went through the process offer their advice.