Admission & Aid

Whether you are applying as a domestic or an international student, you can find information to help guide your next steps, including tips for creating an ideal portfolio and connecting with admission counselors.

We offer resources to guide you through the application process as a domestic or international graduate applicant. Topics covered include application and portfolio guidelines and connecting with admission counselors.

If you are applying to a Parsons associate’s (AAS) degree program, visit the page linked below to find resources guiding you through every step of the application process.

Tuition at Parsons varies by program and may be a flat rate or a per-credit rate, depending on your program and registration. You can learn more about tuition costs, fees, and living expenses for degree-seeking students.

The New School provides a comprehensive program of financial aid services including significant institutional scholarship support based on both merit and need.

If you're looking to make a change and are seeking an interdisciplinary and rigorous design education, Parsons might be the right fit for you. Our admissions and financial aid offices are ready to help you navigate the transition to our top-ranked school.

Parsons’ community of students, faculty, and staff come from around the world. International students — more than a third of our student body — bring fresh perspective and global context to our work here. Our office answers questions about English language requirements, foreign transcripts, visas, and more.

Students visiting from overseas bring new ideas and creative practice to the classroom. If you are interested in complementing your current degree path with one to two semesters at Parsons, we have resources to help you apply and settle into life in NYC.