Admissions

At NYU SPS, we know that earning a degree at any stage of your career or life is an important decision. Our job focuses on ensuring you are prepared to make educated choices that lead to amazing outcomes. We'll guide you every step of the way, focusing on what matters most—providing an NYU education that opens doors to meaningful work and life-long learning.

Undergraduate Degrees

With an NYUSPS undergraduate education, you will build an academic and professional foundation for a lifetime.

We offer three traditional undergraduate degrees in real estate, hotel and tourism management, and sports management. Admissions for these programs is handled through NYU Admissions. These degrees provide a stellar NYU education combined with an immersive approach to professional studies in emerging industries.

For post-traditional students—those who may have started a degree, taken a break, and now seek to return to school to complete their studies; or those who are considering earning a degree for the first time but who are not pursuing a traditional path—the NYUSPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies (DAUS) provides programs of study that afford a comprehensive learning experience, while providing the support you need to balance the obligations of a busy personal and professional life. Admissions for DAUS programs is handled through the NYUSPS Office of Admissions.

Associate's Degree

Requirements for Associate's Degree

Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies

Students who have earned less than 24 transferable college credits are the perfect candidates for our low-cost associate's degree. The Office of Admissions carefully weighs each component of your associate's degree application during the admissions review process. The following criteria will help you to better understand this process and the types of information you are required to submit for review.

Please submit your application materials electronically in order to complete your application. We are not accepting physical documents at this time.

Detailed Admissions Requirements

Free Online Application Form
Click "Apply Now" above to begin the application process.

Four Short-Answer Essays
Tell us what makes you the right fit for our learning community, and how you sense you will benefit from the program of study in which you are interested. Be sure to answer the prompts provided in the online application form.

Applicant Profile
Applicants must have at least a gap semester between high school graduation and their pursuit of an associate's degree at NYUSPS

Transcripts
We require transcripts from all high schools(s) and colleges attended by the applicant. If you hold college credits you may transfer up to 30 credits.

Recommendations (optional)
At least one letter of recommendation from an academic or professional source is suggested to provide us with a deeper understanding of your academic potential, character, and professional experience.

Additional Requirements for International Students

International Transcript Evaluation
Applicants are required to submit a course-by-course evaluation of all transcripts. Learn more expansion: A course-by-course evaluation will translate courses and grades to U.S. equivalency.

Pearson VEPT
Online English language proficiency exam.

TOEFL/IELTS
Applicants who did not complete a high school diploma in an institution where the medium of instruction is English are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.

Meet Your Admissions Officer

Eddie Bae
sps.admissions@nyu.edu

International Students

If you are an international student who seeks to apply to one of our programs, please review this additional information.

Bachelor's Degree for Post-Traditional Students

Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies

Students who have earned an associate's degree or who have completed 24 transferable credits are welcome to apply to one of our DAUS bachelor’s degree programs. The following criteria will help you to better understand the admissions process and the types of information you are required to submit.

Please submit your application materials electronically in order to complete your application. We are not accepting physical documents at this time.

Detailed Admissions Requirements

Free Online Application Form
Click "Apply Now" above to begin the application process.

Transcripts
We require transcripts from all high school(s) and colleges attended by the applicant.

Statement of Purpose
This is your chance to explain why you are interested in NYUSPS and how this program will help you achieve your goals. Be sure to answer the prompt given in the online application form.

Prior College Credit
Applicants applying to a DAUS bachelor’s program must have 24 transferable college credits or an associate’s degree from an accredited institution. Not enough credits? Click the “associates degree” tab above.

Résumé
Demonstrate what experiences you’ve had to date, so we can help you go further. Relevant knowledge in and passion for your chosen field of study will help to distinguish you as a prospective student.

Recommendation
At least one letter of recommendation from an academic or professional source is required however, two are suggested. These documents will tell us more about your academic potential, character, and professional experience.

Requirements for International Students

International Transcript Evaluation
Applicants are required to submit a course-by-course evaluation of all transcripts. Learn more expansion: A course-by-course evaluation will translate courses and grades to U.S. equivalency.

Pearson VEPT
Online English language proficiency exam.

TOEFL/IELTS
Applicants who did not complete a high school diploma in an institution where the medium of instruction is English are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.

Meet Your Admissions Officer

Eddie Bae
sps.admissions@nyu.edu
Meet the Admissions Team

International Students

If you are an international student who seeks to apply to one of our programs, please review this additional information.

Non-Degree Students

Requirements for Non-Degree Seeking Students

Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies

NYUSPS DAUS offers a variety of non-degree seeking options to expand your knowledge or skills in a particular area. The following criteria will help you to better understand the admissions process and the types of information you are required to submit.

Please submit your application materials electronically in order to complete your application. We are not accepting physical documents at this time.

Detailed Admissions Requirements

There are four types of non-degree seeking options within DAUS. Use the information below to identify which category best describes your situation. Be sure to choose the correct category when completing your application.

Post-Baccalaureate
  • Already possess a bachelor’s degree and seek to gain knowledge in a particular field
  • Students are limited to 24 credits at NYUSPS
Visiting Student
  • Students are in good standing at another institution and have permission to take courses at NYUSPS
  • Students are limited to 30 credits at NYUSPS
Degree Completion
  • Applicants who need 30 or fewer credits to complete a bachelor’s degree at another institution
  • Students are limited to 30 credits at NYUSPS
Special Student
  • Interested in taking courses in a specific area without enrolling in a degree program
  • Students are limited to 12 credits at NYUSPS
Requirements for Non-Degree Seeking Students

Free Online Application Form
Click “Apply Now” above to begin the application process.

Transcripts
If you attended another institution after leaving DAUS, you are required to submit an official transcript from all universities/colleges attended.

Intended Courses
Indicate five courses you are interested in taking and include an essay explaining why these courses intrigue you.

Approval for Degree Completion Visiting Students
A written agreement from your home institution must be provided.

Meet Your Admissions Officer

Jia Wen Zhu
sps.admissions@nyu.edu

International Students

If you are an international student who seeks to apply to one of our programs, please review this additional information.

Re-Admit Students

Requirements for Re-Admit Students

Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies

Students who have previously attended an NYUSPS DAUS undergraduate program and who have been out of school for one academic year are required to reapply. The following criteria will help you to better understand the admissions process and the types of information you need to submit.

Please submit your application materials electronically in order to complete your application. We are not accepting physical documents at this time.

Detailed Admissions Requirements

Free Online Application Form
Click “Apply Now” above to begin the application process.

Transcripts
If you attended another institution after leaving DAUS, you are required to submit an official transcript from all universities/colleges attended.

Personal Statement
We request a brief statement addressing your experience since you were last enrolled at NYUSPS DAUS, and why you sense you are prepared to resume your studies.

Good Academic Standing
You must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.0 and must have completed at least 50% of the credits attempted at DAUS.

International Students

If you are an international student who seeks to apply to one of our programs, please review this additional information.

Undergraduate Application Requirements and Deadlines

Bachelor's Degrees

Application Deadlines

Spring 2023
Priority: November 1

Fall 2023
Priority:
November 1
Regular: June 1

International applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by November 1.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis after the deadlines depending on seat availability.

CCTOP candidates are encouraged to apply by the November 1st priority deadline to take advantage of CCTOP events specific to the cohort that take place prior to the start of the semester.

Application Requirements

  • Free online application form
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of purpose
  • One recommendation
  • Resume
  • Prior college credit

Applicants applying to a DAUS bachelor’s program must have 24 transferable college credits or an associate’s degree from an accredited institution. Not enough credits? Click the “associates degree” tab above.

International Students
  • TOEFL/IELTS
  • Pearson VEPT
  • International transcript evaluation

Associate Degrees

Application Deadlines

Spring 2023
Priority:
November 1

Fall 2023
Priority:
November 1
Regular: June 1

International applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by November 1.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis after the deadlines depending on seat availability.

CCTOP candidates are encouraged to apply by the November 1st priority deadline to take advantage of CCTOP events specific to the cohort that take place prior to the start of the semester.

Application Requirements

  • Free online application form
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of purpose
  • One recommendation
  • Resume
  • Prior college credit

Applicants applying to a DAUS bachelor’s program must have 24 transferable college credits or an associate’s degree from an accredited institution. Not enough credits? Click the “associates degree” tab above.

International Students
  • TOEFL/IELTS
  • Pearson VEPT
  • International transcript evaluation

Non-Degree Seeking

Application Deadlines

Spring 2023
Priority: November 1

Fall 2023
Priority:
November 1
Regular: June 1

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis after the deadlines depending on seat availability.

Application Requirements

  • Free online application form
  • Transcripts
  • Intended courses
  • Approval for degree completion visiting students

Re-Admit

Spring 2023
Priority:
November 1

Fall 2023
Priority:
November 1
Regular: June 1

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis after the deadlines depending on seat availability.

Application Requirements

  • Free online application form
  • Transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • Good academic standing

You must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.0 and must have completed at least 50% of the credits attempted at DAUS.