Tuition and Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Visit Student Financial Services to learn more about applying for aid, tuition and fees, billing and payment options, and to review frequently asked questions. Students expecting employer/sponsor reimbursement will also find information about tuition payment options.
Financial Aid
Students applying for financial aid need not wait for an admission decision to initiate the financial aid process. U.S. citizens and permanent residents must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to establish eligibility for federal and state funding. File the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov and specify The New School code: 002780.
International applicants must submit The New School International Student Scholarship Application available on the Student Financial Services website.
University and Bachelor's Program Scholarships and Awards
University Scholarships and Awards
These competitive scholarships are awarded annually based on need and merit. Application deadlines, procedures, and eligibility requirements are announced regularly on the Bachelor’s Program Weblog. All admitted students who complete the FAFSA or International Student Financial Aid application are automatically considered for applicable institutional scholarships as described below.
New School Bachelor’s Program Scholarships
The Bachelor's Program provides scholarship support to students who are taking courses at least half time (6 or more credits per semester) and who demonstrate both financial need and academic excellence. Awards have ranged from $500 to $4,800 in recent academic years.
LaGuardia Presidential Scholarships
The LaGuardia Presidential Scholars program provides $3,500 annual awards to undergraduate students. The New School Bachelor’s Program selects candidates annually from among students who meet the following prerequisites: transferred into the program with at least 60 credits in liberal arts subject areas; have demonstrated strong academic achievement and community involvement and leadership; reside in the New York City area; are U.S. citizens or permanent residents; and have filed for federal and state financial aid.
LaGuardia Presidential Scholars must enroll for a total of at least 18 credits over each academic year (fall, spring, and summer terms), maintain a 3.0 GPA, and complete the bachelor’s degree within four years.
University Scholars Program
This need-based program is designed to recruit and retain a diverse student body. Degree students in all academic divisions and programs of The New School are automatically considered as long as they are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and have filed the FAFSA.
Donor Scholarships
Thanks to the generosity of participating philanthropic organizations, The New School has several scholarship funds for continuing and entering students targeted to specific communities. Three donor scholarships available to New School Bachelor’s Program students are described below.
Bernard Osher Foundation Reentry Scholarships
These scholarships aid high-achieving adult students (ages 25–50) who are returning to finish their degrees after being out of school five years or more. (Community college transfer students are welcome to apply provided they have been out of school at least five years.) See Details and Application Proceedures (Application Deadline for Spring 2010 is December 1, 2009).
Charlotte W. Newcombe Scholarships for Mature Women Students
These scholarships help women who are 25 and older and are returning to finish their degrees after a hiatus from a previous institution. (Community college transfer students are welcome to apply.)
John Howard Kersner Memorial Scholarships in Theater and Performing Arts
These scholarships aid students whose educational and career interests are in the performing arts.
Community College Scholarships
The New School offers two scholarships specifically for community college graduates. Both awards are renewable annually provided students maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships
Members of PTK who graduated from community college with a GPA of 3.7 or better are recognized for academic achievement. Three scholarships of $2,000 each are awarded every year.
New School Academic Opportunity Grants
These scholarships recognize liberal arts graduates of community colleges who demonstrate various qualities that The New School believes contribute to the strength and diversity of its student body. In addition to academic merit and financial need, factors such as age, ethnicity, employment experience, and volunteer activities are considered in making the awards. Awards range from $2,500 to $5,000 per year and are available for part-time and full-time study.