Admission Events

Parsons Paris

About

Established in 1921 as the first American art and design school in Paris, today we are an international community of students and acclaimed faculty who apply creativity and intellectual rigor to the demands of an evolving world. We bring Parsons’ renowned curricula together with the entrepreneurial spirit and heritage of a European cultural capital.

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Faculty

Our faculty are leaders in their fields and represent the international academic, art, design, and business worlds. By bringing together academic leaders and working professionals, we offer an interdisciplinary and boundary-breaking education.

Our Work

Students at Parsons Paris create work that embodies a commitment to dynamic collaboration and the understanding that art and design can transform the world. Explore our diverse community’s work and learn who we are, what we care about, and how we bring together art, design, and critical thinking.

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Student Life

Parsons Paris is a hive of creativity. Join our community and surround yourself with the artisanal resources, tech startups, and legendary culture found only in Paris. In activities the school organizes, you and your peers from around the world explore French culture.

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After Parsons Paris

At Parsons Paris, you gain the creative and critical foundation you need to turn passions into a professional life of your own design. Equipped with a U.S. degree, a global support network, and a toolkit of hands-on, collaborative methods, you enter the creative world prepared for sustained success.

Admission and Aid

Parsons Paris welcomes applicants who seek a rigorous education in an environment where creativity, critical thinking, and global perspectives thrive. Find all the information you need about visiting, applying to, and attending our school.

University

As we continue to monitor the latest developments related to the novel coronavirus, our decision making and planning are guided by our sense of responsibility to protect the health and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff. Out of an abundance of caution, the Welcome Center at 72 Fifth Avenue is currently closed, and all activities, including campus tours, have been suspended until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
In the meantime, we encourage you to take our Virtual Campus Tour and to sign up for one of our many online information sessions and other virtual events.
To safeguard our community from the coronavirus, Parsons Paris has taken thorough measures, including changing our campus status as recommended by French health authorities. We currently offer online tours and information sessions to acquaint you with our school and unique approach to learning. Experience our campus virtually, connect with our admissions team, and explore a selection of videos that will give you a sense of the people and programs at Parsons Paris. Read more below.
If you have questions about how COVID-19 affects you as a prospective or admitted student, please consult the COVID-19 Updates and Frequently Asked Questions on our New Student Information page.
- Prospective Students and Applicants: Online Discussions and Meetings
  
  Online Information Sessions
  Join us for online information sessions and learn about the exciting undergraduate and graduate programs offered by Parsons Paris. Hosted by the Office of Admission, online information sessions offer prospective students, counselors, and parents a brief overview of each program, admission requirements, and the application process.
  Upcoming Information Sessions
- Fall 2021 Admitted Student Events at Parsons Paris
  
  Fall 2021 Parsons Paris Online Admitted Students Day
  Saturday, April 17, 2:00-6:00 p.m. Central European Time. Please register for this e vent.
  Congratulations on your acceptance to Parsons Paris! We're excited at the prospect of your joining our community and hope you'll join us online to celebrate your accomplishments.
  Faculty, academic advisors, current students, and admissions staff will be on hand to cheer you on, answer your questions, and help you start your Parsons Paris journey. You can look forward to learning about the curriculum, student life, and pre-arrival procedures.
  Please note that this event is only for fall 2021 admitted Parsons Paris undergraduate and graduate students.
  Undergraduate First Year Experience Webinar
  Tuesday, May 18, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Central European Time.
  Undergraduate students who have confirmed their enrollment at Parsons Paris for fall 2021 will be invited to e-meet the First Year Coordinators. During the webinar, they can ask questions about the First Year curriculum. Registration information will be forthcoming.
- Campus Tours
  
  In-person tours of the Parsons Paris campus and facilities have been suspended until further notice. In the meantime, please explore our virtual campus tours:
  Instagram Live Campus Tour
  Join our student-led virtual campus tour.
  Visit the neighborhood surrounding our campus in central Paris.
  Explore our student housing options.
- Portfolio Days
  
  Portfolio Days offer anyone wishing to pursue higher education in the visual arts and related fields an opportunity to meet representatives of colleges accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. School representatives are available to review your artwork, discuss programs, and answer questions about professional careers in art and design.
  Upcoming National Portfolio Days (Undergraduate and Graduate)
  Please note that the National Portfolio Day events will be attended by our colleagues from Parsons School of Design in New York City.
- Student Voices
  
  Learn more about Parsons Paris:
  Hear some students talk about their experience at Parsons Paris.
  Read the latest news and student perspectives on our blog.
  Get a visual impression of Parsons Paris on Instagram.
- Dean and Program Directors Introductory Videos
  
  In the videos below you can learn more about Parsons Paris and our programs and get a glimpse of the mind-expanding leaders you will have access to as a student here.
  A Welcome to Admitted Students
  Art, Media, and Technology (BFA)
  Fashion Design (BFA)
  Strategic Design and Management (BBA)
  Fashion Studies (MA)
  Instagram Live chats with Program Directors Leyla Neri and Marco Pecorari
  Fashion Design and the Arts (MFA)
  Fashion Studies (MA)
- On the Road
  
  Parsons admission counselors and members of the faculty typically travel to many cities in the United States and other countries and attend various college fairs to meet prospective students.

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Undergraduates

To apply to any of our undergraduate programs (except the Bachelor's Program for Adults and Transfer Students and Parsons Associate of Applied Science programs) complete and submit the Common App online.

Undergraduate Adult Learners

To apply to any of our Bachelor's Program for Adults and Transfer Students and Parsons Associate of Applied Science programs, complete and submit the New School Online Application.

Graduates

To apply to any of our Master's, Doctoral, Professional Studies Diploma, and Graduate Certificate programs, complete and submit the New School Online Application.

Instagram Live chats with Program Directors Leyla Neri and Marco Pecorari

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Undergraduates

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Graduates