Application Help
Recommendation FAQ: Is One Letter REALLY Enough for NYU?
Do you have questions about the NYU letter of recommendation requirement? Admissions Counselor Risa Harms has answers to all your burning questions!
Inside the 2026-2027 NYU Common Application
Planning to apply to NYU during the 2026-2027 academic year? Here's what you need to know about recent changes to NYU's Common Application.
How to College Search with Pride
While there are many factors that go into the college search process, LGBTQIA+ students may have additional considerations when building their college list.
Forget Junior Year Jitters—Here’s Your College Search Game Plan
Are you a high school junior just starting your college search journey? If the process seems overwhelming, you are not alone. Here is what you need to know, plus advice on how you can even enjoy the process!
NYU Common Application: What to Know Before You Apply
Have questions about the 2025–2026 NYU Common Application? You can find all of our best tips for completing it here!
The NYU Abu Dhabi Common Application: Everything You Need to Know
If you think NYU Abu Dhabi may be the place for you, check out this guide to the Common Application, including FAQs and helpful links.
Things I Wish I Knew Before Diving Into Application Season
An honest guide to the parts of college applications no one prepares you for, and how to stay organized and true to yourself along the way.
Meet The NYUAdmissionsBot!
What's that little violet pop-up on the NYU website? That's NYUAdmissionsBot, here to answer your questions about applying to NYU!
Is It OK to Apply Undecided to NYU?
Some students think itʼs a bad idea to apply undecided to NYU. Go inside five different “undecided” options at NYU!
Financial Aid 101: A Guide for Parents and Guardians
An NYU Financial Aid counselor shares some words of wisdom for parents navigating the financial aid process with their prospective students.
What to Know About Your Financial Aid Package
An NYU financial aid officer breaks down the differences between scholarships, grants, Federal Work-Study, and loans and explains how they add up to create the full picture of your financial aid package.
What You Need to Know About Applying for Financial Aid
Yes, the financial aid application process can seem a bit overwhelming. However, applying for it is an important and necessary part of your NYU application.