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Study with leading scholars and public intellectuals committed to expanding the boundaries of social thought, in one of the world’s hubs of scholarship and culture, New York City.

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Ground your academic study in theoretical frameworks, empirical research, and critical engagement with today's most pressing social issues.

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Participate in academic exploration, conduct research, and engage in dialogue with leading thinkers as you reframe local and global challenges at our centers and institutes.
Progressive since our founding, The New School for Social Research has upheld The New School's legendary tradition of challenging orthodoxy.

Our graduate programs in the social sciences, philosophy, and history foster a rigorous environment of engaged academic scholarship and public discourse. Study alongside prominent faculty to shape the intellectual future of the school and the entire university, and be a force of new thought, knowledge, and ideas in the world.
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We are accepting Fall 2019 applications on a rolling basis. All applicants are eligible for merit based scholarships, which range from 25% to 75% of tuition.

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Anthropology

MA, PhD

Creative Publishing and Critical Journalism

MA

Economics

MA, MS, PhD

Gender and Sexuality Studies

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Historical Studies

MA

Liberal Studies

MA

Philosophy

MA, PhD

Politics

MA, PhD

Psychology

MA, PhD

Sociology

MA, PhD
Our Distinguished Faculty

Leaders in their fields of study, our faculty shape public debate, advance academic research, and push the boundaries of social sciences, philosophy, and history around the world..

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Centers and Institutes

Participate in scholarly exploration at our centers and institutes. Alongside faculty, engage in interdisciplinary research, participate in policy debates, and dialogue with thought leaders to reframe the way you approach problems and develop solutions.

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Scholars & Work

At NSSR, critical thinkers from around the world break new ground, challenge the status quo, and reshape contemporary thought to address urgent social and political problems. Explore their work.

Talking About Thinking About Football

A conversation with Simon Critchley, Hans Jonas Professor of Philosophy

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On the History of “the Environment” as a Political Category

Meet David Bond, Anthropology PhD alum

Graduating student outcomes

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The New School Year in Books 2018-2019: Faculty

The New School’s Academic Year in Books 2018-19: Alumni

Celebration of Research Symposium Spotlights Student Researchers and Creative Practitioners

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, September 3, 5:00 PM

Climate Disasters and the Green New Deal

The increasing frequency and severity of climate disasters around the globe is a great challenge for society, academics, and policymakers. To mitigate climate change, members of Congress have proposed ...
Starr Foundation Hall, Room UL102, University Center

Thursday, September 5, 6:00 PM

Data Colonialism and the Hollowing Out of the Social World

The first talk of the Sociology Department's Fall lecture series will be presented by Nick Couldry and Ulises Ali Mejías. This talk will introduce the argument of the speakers’ new book, The Costs of ...
Theresa Lang Community and Student Center, Arnhold Hall

Friday, September 13, 12:00 PM

Study Abroad Fair 2019

An annual event, the Study Abroad Fair provides an interactive and social setting for New School students to explore study abroad programs and opportunities. The fair will take place in the Lower Leve ...
Event Café (UL103), University Center

Thursday, September 26, 8:00 AM

How To Be An Anti-Capitalist in the 21st Century: A Conference in Memory of Erik Olin Wright

Erik Olin Wright spent the last years of his life thinking about ways to challenge and transform capitalist societies. He distilled his thinking in a book, How to Be an Anti-Capitalist in the 21st Cen ...
Wolff Conference Room, Room D1103, Albert and Vera List Academic Center

Tuesday, October 15, 4:00 PM

Economics Seminar, Sanjay Reddy, "Political Economy on Trumpism"

Professor Sanjay Reddy will present his paper "Political Economy on Trumpism". The seminar series features lectures, paper and book presentations from prominent Economists. Hosted by the Economics D ...
Albert and Vera List Academic Center

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