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Recommendations: The Optional, Third Letter
NYU allows students to submit an optional, third letter of recommendation. Is it necessary? Who should write it? What context should be provided?

Rethinking the Pressure to Be Productive
As college application season looms around the corner, here are some tips to stay productive—on your own terms.

Singing the Message Bounced Blues
Admitted and waitlisted students miss important updates over the summer because they use the wrong email account. Here's how to avoid it!

Considering IMPACT When Choosing a University
At NYU, we aim to foster individualized student journeys. We want you to find your own answers, across a variety of subjects and experiences.

What’s the Hold Up? The Real Application Processing Timeline
Find out what goes into processing your application

This or That: Computer Science vs. Computer Science
What's better than one computer science major? TWO computer science majors! Find out the differences here.

Gender, Pronouns, and Coming Out in Your Application
How do you navigate coming out in your college application? NYU has advice about how to be proud of who you are and make a great first impression.

Candidate Weekend at NYU Abu Dhabi
Here’s some things to consider if you want to make the most out of your Candidate Weekend experience.

Recommendations for Your Letters of Recommendation
Wonder which teacher you should ask for your letter of recommendation? Check out these tips to keep in mind.

A Day in the Life of an NYU Admissions Counselor
Ever wonder what admissions counselors do when they’re not reading applications? Learn what the fall looks like for our staff.