Advice
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.
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.
My Life on the Waitlist
Are you a student admitted to NYU from the waitlist? Here's what you need to know about your time at NYU, from a student who has been there.
I Had Many College Choices. Here’s Why I Picked NYU
A first-generation studentʼs college decision story: NYU wasnʼt my first choice, nor was it my second. I picked NYU because I didnʼt have to compromise.
How to Choose Your Future Home When You Can’t Make It to Campus
Can’t physically visit campus? You’ll need some creativity, an open mind, and virtual resources to help you make your final college decision.
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!
The Transfer Student Experience at NYU
All about transferring to NYU, as told by three alumni who transferred here as undergraduates.
My Summer Internship Success
NYU student Eshika Patel shares how she landed her consulting internship in NYC, and how her experience helped her define her career path.
An Introvert’s Declassified College Survival Guide: NYU Edition
An introverted student shares her advice on how to navigate college life on NYU's NYC campus.
NYU Majors: The Undecided Student Edition
It's okay to be undecided or to change your major at NYU. Here's a list of possibilities for coming in undecided or making a switch.