Admission Events

The Office of Admission offers 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. To schedule an undergraduate appointment, email [email protected]. 

Students interested in our associate's degree programs should register for one of our AAS Admission Appointments. Students interested in our graduate degree programs should register for one of our Graduate Admission Appointments.

Application Preparation Workshops offer tools to prospective students planning to apply to a New School program. The workshops cover all aspects of the application process, including audition and portfolio preparation, writing a strong statement of purpose and/or essay, and gathering and submitting supplemental materials.

Register for an Application Preparation Workshop

Student-led campus tours introduce visitors to our academic facilities. Student housing is not included. Only those with appointments will be able to tour campus. Please register for the tour most appropriate for your interests:

• Undergraduate Programs Tours—These 90-minute student-led campus tours introduce visitors to the undergraduate academic facilities at Parsons School of Design, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, and/or the College of Performing Arts. These tours provide a general and broad overview of campus facilities frequented by undergraduate students at The New School. Those seeking a more focused introduction to a particular area of study are encouraged to register for a school-specific tour. 
• Graduate Programs Campus Tour—These 60-minute student-led campus tours introduce visitors to the graduate academic facilities at Parsons School of Design, the Schools of Public Engagement, and/or The New School for Social Research. These tours provide a general and broad overview of campus buildings used by graduate students at The New School. Those seeking a more focused introduction to a particular area of study are encouraged to connect directly with program chairs or faculty. 
• Parsons Undergraduate Programs Campus Tours—These 60-minute student-led campus tours introduce visitors to the undergraduate academic facilities at Parsons School of Design. Those seeking a more general and broad overview of undergraduate study at The New School, including study at Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts and/or the College of Performing Arts, are encouraged to register for an Undergraduate Programs tour. 

We limit registrants to one guest to provide the best overall experience for visitors and accommodate the maximum number of prospective students on our tours. Many of our facilities, including elevators and hallways, cannot accommodate large groups. If not fully booked, we may allow more than one guest to join a tour at the guide's discretion. We appreciate your understanding.

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. 

• Schedule an Undergraduate Programs Tour
• Schedule a Graduate Programs Tour
• Schedule a Parsons Undergraduate Tour
• Campus Map

These events are open fairs for graduates, undergraduates, and/or transfer students, at which Admission representatives staff a table on behalf of The New School. They serve as an initial point of contact between students and colleges without students needing to travel to visit the college itself, allowing them to interact with Admission representatives from a wide range of post-secondary institutions. 

For undergraduate programs: See where we're headed!

For graduate programs: See where we're headed!

We invite prospective students to join us for a scheduled online chat, webinar, or Information Session. These online events feature Admission staff, current students, alumni, and/or faculty.

Register for an Online Graduate Information Session

Register for an In-Person Graduate Information Session

National Portfolio Day events are held virtually and in person in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

These annual events provide students with the unique opportunity to meet individually with representatives from accredited art and design colleges and universities. Portfolio reviews are strongly encouraged for applicants who plan to pursue higher education in the visual arts and related fields. At these meetings, school representatives will be available to review your artwork, discuss programs, and answer questions about professional careers in art and design.

Check out the list of upcoming National Portfolio Days that our graduate and undergraduate admission teams will be attending.

Interested students should also visit the National Portfolio Day Association website to learn more and officially register to attend these events. 

These virtual events give prospective students and their families the opportunity to connect directly with members of our student team.

Virtual Student Panels
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 your questions.

Register for a Student Panel

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 on admission, financial aid, and campus life.

Upcoming Events

• Saturday, January 4, 2025, 1:00–3:45 p.m. ET (online)

Register for a Discover Day

Information Sessions are 45- to 60-minute in-person presentations by Admission staff and/or faculty designed for students interested in applying for admission. 

Register for an Information Session

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

These portfolio review sessions give undergraduate prospective students the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an admissions representative and discuss work being considered for inclusion in the portfolio as part of an application to Parsons School of Design. 

All appointments are held Eastern Standard Time. Be prepared to share digital documentation of your portfolio. Please include your best and most recent work. Works-in-progress and sketchbooks are also welcome.

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

Register for a Portfolio Review