• Campus Activities

  • A member of the Parsons student senate shows off her New School shirt.

    Two students volunteering with Habitat for Humanity.

    The New School soccer team.

    Students running in a 5k road race.

  • At The New School, students can find the community they need to help them unleash their intellect, energy, and creativity in the world, both in and outside of the classroom. There are more than 40 student organizations on campus as well as intramural sports, athletics, and fitness classes, ensuring that you will find people who share your passion. 

    Social awareness is core to the university's ethos, so many students dedicate their out-of-class time to making a positive impact on the world or taking advantage of the opportunity to see groundbreaking speakers, exhibitions, and performances through our public programs.

  • There are student clubs tailored to your interests — from social activism to contemporary art and photography to urban policy advocacy. Explore the possibilities offered by our student organizations and meet classmates who share your passions.

  • Fitness & Recreation

    Fitness and Recreation

    We provide free group fitness classes, intramural sports, and outdoor adventures throughout the city, like rock climbing and bike rides. Find your community through wellness. 

  • New School public programs and events, both in person and online, offer viewers a chance to ask questions, discover new ideas, make connections, and find a community of people ready to engage with what's happening in the world. Unmatched in quality and quantity, public programs are a hallmark of the New School experience.

  • Take The Next Step

Submit your application

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.