Undergraduate Admissions Events

Our online information sessions are designed for students interested in learning more about The New School's undergraduate degree programs and admission requirements. Admission representatives will provide an introduction to the university and its undergraduate colleges: Parsons School of Design, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, and the College of Performing Arts.

Upcoming dates:

• Wednesday, October 5, at 5:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, October 19, at 5:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, November 2, at 5:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, November 16, at 5:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, November 30, at 5:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, December 14, at 5:00 p.m.

In addition to the general undergraduate information sessions noted above, school- and program-specific information sessions are also occasionally offered. 

Register for a Virtual Information Session

We invite prospective undergraduate students and their families to join us for our immersive Discover Days, virtually or in person, to learn about The New School and the undergraduate programs at Parsons School of Design, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, and the College of Performing Arts. Engage in live discussions with current students and staff in Admission, Financial Aid, and areas of campus life.

Upcoming virtual events:

• Saturday, November 5, 1:00–4:00 p.m. (transfer focus)
• Saturday, December 10, 8:00–11:00 a.m. (international focus)
• Saturday, January 7, 1:00–4:00 p.m. 

Upcoming in-person events:

• Sunday, October 9, 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
• Sunday, November 13, 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Register for an Undergraduate Discover Day

Experience a New School education for yourself by sitting in on a mock class. The seminar is the centerpiece of the undergraduate academic experience at Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts. We invite you to join a member of our faculty and other prospective students in a 60-minute mock seminar to get a sense of what the Lang classroom experience is like.

Upcoming seminars:

• Latin American Art—Thursday, October 13, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
• Reading for Writers—Wednesday, October 26, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
  
  

The Office of Admission offers in-person and online appointments for prospective applicants and family members who would like to meet individually with an admission counselor to identify best-fit programs and discuss the admission process. 

Limited in-person undergraduate admission appointments will be available on our New York campus on Fridays this fall. Though occasional requests for virtual admission appointments may be accommodated, the majority of our admission team will be busy participating in on-site and virtual recruitment events this fall and we encourage you to meet us at one of those events.

Register for an Undergraduate (First-Year or Transfer) Appointment

Students interested in our associate's degree programs should register for one of our Graduate and AAS appointments. 

These 60-minute student-led campus tours introduce visitors to our academic facilities.  

Only those with appointments will be able to tour campus. If you are unable to schedule an in-person tour, we encourage you to take our virtual tour and connect with us through one of our many additional online events. 

Upon checking in for an in-person event:

• All visitors must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination—including a booster if eligible. 
• The New School has partnered with CLEAR to use Health Pass, an online tool that safely and simply provides proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Before coming to campus, download the CLEAR app and enroll for free. 
• Masking inside all university buildings is optional. 

If you are unable to schedule an in-person tour, we encourage you to take our virtual tour and connect with us through one of our many additional online events. 

Register for an Undergraduate Campus Tour

Virtual Student Panels
These virtual events give prospective students and their families the opportunity to directly connect with members of our student team. Learn about our university, academic programs, application processes, student life, and much more as our students talk about life on our urban campus and answer questions directly from you.

For the fall term, Undergraduate Student Panels will be held on Fridays at 3:00 p.m. 

Register for a Student Team Panel

These events are open fairs, at the undergraduate and/or transfer level, attended by New School Admission representatives. They allow you to connect with our team—virtually or in person—as well as representatives from other higher education institutions without needing to travel to campus.

View Upcoming Dates and Locations

Meet with a Parsons undergraduate admission representative for a virtual portfolio review!

Portfolio review sessions give undergraduate prospective students the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an admission representative and discuss work being considered for inclusion in the portfolio as part of an application to Parsons School of Design. Summer portfolio review appointments will be available from June 21 to August 31, 2022.

Starting in mid-September, Parsons staff will be attending the next National Portfolio Day (NPD). These events are free for students to attend from anywhere around the world. Parsons will participate in many in-person and online events between September 17, 2022, and January 22, 2023, alongside other art and design colleges from across the United States. Learn more and register!

For advice on what work to bring to your appointment, review our portfolio tips. We look forward to meeting you!

Individual portfolio review sessions will be unavailable this fall, as the majority of our admission team will be busy participating in on-site and virtual recruitment events. We encourage you to meet us at one of those events.

Thinking about transferring to The New School? Follow your passions and further your career in one of our undergraduate programs. Our Transfer events provide potential applicants with the opportunity to identify the best-fit program and receive an estimate of earned transfer credits and timeline to graduation. These events are ideal for students who have attended college in the past, are currently enrolled at a community college, and/or have already earned a bachelor's degree. 

Transfer Online Information Session
This online information session is designed for students interested in transferring to an undergraduate program at The New School. We will discuss program options at Parsons School of Design, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, and the College of Performing Arts and in the Adult Bachelor's Program, as well as application requirements and transfer credit policies and procedures.

Friday, September 30, 3:00 p.m.

Transferring to Parsons Bachelor's Programs Online Information Session
Are you interested in transferring to a bachelor's program at Parsons? This virtual information session, hosted by the Office of Admission, will guide you through the transfer process.

Friday, October 7, 3:00 p.m.

Parsons AAS Programs Online Information Session
Join the Admission team online to learn about Parsons' Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees in Communication Design, Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing and Communication, and Interior Design. These intensive programs are designed for career changers or students who have some college experience and want to launch or advance a career in design or fashion.

Upcoming dates:

• Tuesday, October 11, 11:00 a.m.
• Friday, October 21, 12:00 noon

Adult Bachelor's Programs Online Information Session
Join the Admission team online to learn about the Bachelor's Program for Adults and Transfer Students at The New School. We will review program details, the admission process, application requirements, transfer credit policies, and much more. 

Upcoming dates:

• Tuesday, October 4, 4:00 p.m.
• Thursday, October 20, 11:00 a.m.

Workshops and master classes are educational sessions designed to give prospective students the opportunity to interact with students and the faculty of teaching artists at the College of Performing Arts.

Upcoming Workshops and Master Classes