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Applying to so Many Schools Is Hard. Choosing NYU Isn’t.
Choosing NYU is the easiest, best way to ensure you end up somewhere you’ll love. Take it from someone who had no idea what they wanted and still found it all in a school: there’s a place for you and all of your interests at NYU.

Staying In Touch with NYU
A round of up of our favorite resources to help you stay in touch with NYU no matter where you are in your college search journey.

Crunch Time: The Ultimate Playlist to Focus
Need help focusing while working on applications or essay-writing? This playlist of classical and lo-fi music is guaranteed to help you get it all done!

Undecided? Understandable! Why NYU Is the Place for You
If you are undecided about your major, then read on and learn about the many schools, programs, and subject areas across our three degree-granting campuses.

Using the Additional Information Section
Learn when it may be appropriate to use the Additional Information section on the Common Application and how to best use it if you do.

NYU CALI: Here’s the Scoop
High school senior and NYU CALI alum Dario Anaya shares why taking part in the program was one of the best decisions he's ever made.

Acing Your Tisch Drama Audition
A theatre girl’s guide to everything you need to know about applying, preparing, and acing your Tisch Drama audition in a few easy steps!

“How Am I Unique?” Standing Out in a Crowd of Essays
“Being yourself” in the personal statement is not about being perfect. It’s not about pretending to be what others may expect of you. On the contrary, it’s about recognizing, in the context you’re in, what matters to you and how it informs the way you experience life and interpret the world. Ultimately, you’ll need to find the best way to express it in writing.

Helping You Make Sense of College Rankings
Rankings offer a lot of useful details on specific college characteristics. That said, don’t forget the wonderful human element that may not align with these rankings.

Performing & Fine Art Portfolios: How to Stand Out
Preparing for your Artistic Review takes time and effort. Why not get a head start through one of our summer programs at Steinhardt or Tisch?

Why College Matters: Invest in Your Future
Hereʼs why we think earning your degree is more important now than ever before.

Finding My Community at NYU
NYU is a pretty big school, and it can be hard to find a community. But there are so many ways to get involved, and they can help shape your NYU experience!