• Parents and families are an important part of the New School community. That’s why we want to help you stay engaged in the academic process and connected to The New School.

    Whether your student is joining The New School straight out of high school, is beginning their New School journey after transferring from another institution, or has been attending The New School for one or more semesters, we know that you, as parents and family members, want to stay informed.

    Connect with Us

    Get Involved

    Get Involved

    Get Involved

    Get Involved

    Parents and family members are partners in their student’s success, and we want you to be an active participant in our New School community. There are a number of ways you can get involved, including:

    Family Orientation

    Family Orientation

    Family Orientation

    Family Orientation

    Family members of new students are invited to attend Family Orientation at the start of their students' first term. While your student is attending Orientation sessions, you’ll be hearing from university leadership.

    Commencement

    Commencement

    Commencement

    Commencement

    Attend your student’s Commencement and college recognition ceremonies to celebrate their transition into a New School alum.

  • Resources & Links

    We know that helping your student navigate university life can be challenging, and we’re here to support you. Below is a list of links and resources to support your student. Can’t find what you need? Email us at families@newschool.edu.

  • Contact Us

    Family Engagement
    72 Fifth Avenue, 5th floor
    New York, NY 10011
    families@newschool.edu

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  • 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.

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