Admissions

You must work very, very hard and be serious about attending The New School.
Yes, NYC is a fun city and it will be tempting to go out instead of doing homework sometimes, but honestly, time management and awareness of priorities is a must. Not to say that you cannot have fun here, because even walking to class and seeing people and things around you can be quite entertaining.
Just keep in mind that you are paying good money, and your teachers will expect a lot out of you. Also, the higher quality your work, the more chances you have for obtaining scholarships. So in the words of Tim Gunn, work hard!

Be prepared to be asked your opinion when you come here, because it truly matters. The professors want to hear it, because that is what the classes are based on. You shouldn't be afraid to make a stance on anything here. They're open to it all.

If anyone is planning on attending The New School, they should be ready for a new way of learning. The teaching and the curriculum at The New School is different from any other university. The professors support and encourage students to expand their minds and to think outside the box. So if you are planning to study here, be ready for a non-conventional way of learning.

Again, add extra money into your budget when planning for Parsons. New York City can be expensive, so watch your spending closely. It's very easy to get caught up in eating out, shopping, and spending money on entertainment if you aren't careful. Get a frequent shopper card at Utrecht or Blick art supply stores, you'll be there quite often. Sketch often, just practice. Don't be afraid of critiques, they can be intimidating but extremely helpful. Same goes with peers. Everyone is at different artistic levels, and it can get intimidating. Just focus on your own personal growth and just take every opportunity to learn as much as possible. Oh, and don't skip class--get a really good alarm clock and a good coffee pot, you'll need it the first year.

If youre looking for someone to hold your hand, this is not the school for you. Creating your own course of study is a huge part.

Save money to live here so that you can focus on your studies.

Get involved! Talk to advisors, financial aid, and even set up meetings with faculty in schools or departments you are interested in, the more you know the better it is for you as a student as you become familiar with the way things work at New School.