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Apply for Fall 2026

Apply for Fall 2026 by our January 15 priority deadline. Take the next step into your future!

On this page you’ll find a checklist of required application materials for our Bachelor of Fine Arts programs, as well as specific instructions for students applying from international high schools or colleges, students whose native language is not English, transfer students, homeschooled students, and students seeking readmission. 

Application Deadlines

Fall
Common Application Deadline: extended to April 1
Audition Recording Deadline (for those not auditioning live): April 1
Deadline for Transfer Student Common Application and Artist Portfolio: extended to April 1

Live audition invitations will follow receipt of a complete application. Available dates and details can be viewed on our Audition Schedule page. 

Spring
Common Application Deadline: extended to December 1
Audition Recording Deadline (live auditions are not available for spring entry): November 1

FAFSA (U.S. Citizens and Eligible Non-citizens)
Fall Applicants: February 1
Spring Applicants: November 1

While we strongly encourage all applicants to apply by or before these deadlines, we will accept applications on a rolling basis after the deadline if space allows. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if that deadline has passed. Please email us at performingarts@newschool.edu with any questions.

Application Process

Additional Information for Specific Applicants

Some applicants are required to submit additional information. If you identify as an applicant from one of these populations please submit the required information below.

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Admission Contact

College of Performing Arts
Office of Admission
55 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10011
212.229.5150 or 800.292.3040
performingarts@newschool.edu

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Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy

The New School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.