<p>Hey everyone!
I'm a freshman at NYU glad to offer any advice, answer any questions, etc. since I just went through the exhausting process that many of you are starting now! So ask away.</p>
<p>Also, I have a question for any current sophomores, juniors, or seniors: How do you apply to be a student ambassador / tour guide?? And what is the application process like? Thanks so much, answers appreciated!! :D</p>
<p>You don’t have to answer this if you don’t want to but I’m just wondering what program you’re in and what your high school gpa and sat scores were?
Also how’s the social life? Are there a lot of on campus parties or does everyone go out?
Thanks so much!</p>
<p>No problem, I’m in CAS now considering a transfer to Tisch at some point… maybe, not sure.
My high school didn’t have GPAs exactly, it was rather strange, but it was an A, and I submitted my ACTs instead and they were over 34.
The social life here is great, in my opinion! Everyone is super friendly and outgoing to everyone else. You’ll meet some people at orientation before school starts if you’re in CAS (I can talk more about that if you want to know…!) and then tons more during Welcome Week. Upperclassmen are surprisingly nice, too, and you’ll meet some in MAP courses. There are not any campus parties, most people go out in the area but that really stops after Welcome Week … I can go into this in detail too if you’d like!
No problem! Ask away! :)</p>
<p>I have a question about Steinhardt actually…
if you don’t mind answering it!</p>
<p>How hard it is to get into that school? And do you think I’ll be more likely to get in since I’m majoring in Public Health (a new major they’re offering there?)
And is there a disadvantage to applying RD? I would do ED but if I get into UNC I’ll probably go there instead :/</p>
<p>AND ONE MORE THING (hahaha sorryyy!)
How do you apply for the merit-based scholarships? They just offer one to you (if you qualify)? And if so, when should I apply? I’ve heard before November 1, but I’m applying RD…
I’m not sure if I can submit my application before November 1 RD</p>
<p>thanks in advance (:</p>
<p>Okayyyy…</p>
<p>1) Steinhardt IS easier to get into than the other schools. I met some people there and they had lower statistics and got in ED. What are yours like?</p>
<p>2) Nope, I applied RD to CAS and got in :)</p>
<p>3) You don’t. They give merit-based scholarships that you find out with financial aid when you get your acceptance packet. For CAS I know there is a CAS Scholarship ranging in amount…</p>
<p>4) I don’t remember exactly when I applied, but it was after November 1 for sure!</p>
<p>Hope this helps!!! :)</p>
<p>Sorry, I have to intervene- while Steinhardt as a whole might be easier to get in STATS-wise, Steinhardt looks very closely at your fit with the program. They determine fit by looking at ECs, your essays and your supplements. CAS is more of a number-based school. Steinhardt wants to make sure that you are committed to your major by seeing how serious you have been about the subject or how interested you are in ~becoming~ serious about it. Certain Steinhardt majors also have a portfolio or audition aspect, which also makes up part of the equation. Just some clarification.</p>
<p>So the tl;dr answer is: yes, you can get into Steinhardt with lower stats, but they will weigh your supplements and essays and intended major heavily.</p>
<p>missamericanpie: maybe you know the answer to my question about conducting tours…?</p>
<p>google “NYU Admissions Ambassadors”, the application is open right now. i’m involved with another student life organization, or i would have applied again.</p>
<p>the fact that NYU Girl met some kids with lower stats who got into Steinhardt doesn’t prove anything. I’m sure there are kids in CAS with lower stats than her, too. And, higher in both colleges, I’d imagine!</p>
<p>Here’s the thing about steinhardt, a lot of their programs (such as music and art) are based just as much on the students talent as their grades. The same goes for tisch. A student might have average grades but have an outstanding ability which is what ultimately gets them into the program.</p>
<p>(Obviously grades do matter, I’m just saying they aren’t the only factor, which is why SOME students grades are a little lower - overall it’s no easier or harder to get into than any other school at nyu)</p>
<p>Yes it definitely did help!</p>
<p>I am trying to go to Steinhardt for Public Health (a new major they’re FINALLY offering there :D)
So I’m guessing I would need higher stats since it’s not a audition/portfolio type of deal.</p>
<p>My stats are 4.4 gpa, and 680 math and 670 cr. But these are just numbers! I’m definitely taking the SAT again to boost up my scores</p>
<p>missamericanpie: already found it and am in the process of applying!! :D</p>
<p>sdoncc: of course, just that generally the audition/portfolio majors put weight on these factors in addition to scores, essays, etc. whereas other programs that do not have this aspect do not.</p>
<p>pchs10: no problem, your GPA is reallyyyy good and so are SATs. If you’re taking them again you should be fine! Glad to help</p>
<p>Do you know if admission to the Sports Management program at the Preston Robert Tisch Center for Hospitality is easier than the other schools at NYU? Also, if you know can you transfer out of that school into CAS if you decide to change your major after freshman year?</p>
<p>^ I’ve actually done a bit of research on that, I considered applying there before ultimately deciding on Gallatin. Statistically it seems a bit easier, but it’s more internship/experience based. That’s just what I’ve heard and read, I don’t know how true it is.</p>
<p>Just to add on, I’m pretty sure you should be able to try to transfer. I know for a fact that you can attempt to transfer from CAS to Stern, Tisch, Gallatin, Steinhardt, etc. and vice versa. Of course you would have to go through an internal transfer process…</p>
<p>Hi - Thanks for fielding questions. Our D is thinking of applying to the Global Liberal Studies Program. She has deep experience with French language and culture and we think she would be a good fit into the program. How much does this kind of experience factor into the admissions decision?</p>
<p>To be completely honest, I don’t know all that much about the program itself and only know one person in it. That said, I would imagine that if she has a strong foundation in both the language and culture – and most importantly gets this across on her application; through grades, scores (subject tests, ap, etc.) extra curriculars, and even her essay – I would stand to think that she would have a great chance. The program does seem more experienced based than just scores, at least I think so.
Hope that helps, and best of luck to your daughter!!</p>
<p>Hey, thanks for answering questions. I was wondering, due to it’s rep as not being too good with aid, if the students were unproportionally from upper class backgrounds? Also, from what you’ve seen, can great SAT scores (slightly above what would be the 75th percentile according to CB website) and a great junior year (straight As in a tough schedule) make up for “meh” years Sophomore and Freshman year which dragged down the GPA? Say, GPA a few ticks below 3.50 at a public school and SAT scores of ~2100?</p>
<p>E: Or, to simplify the damn thing, would you say NYU is more SAT-based than other schools? Also, any notes on the importance of extracurriculars to them?</p>
<p>While there definately are upper class rich people here, not everyone is. At all. I’m not 
haha. While the financial aid is not at all like other schools, it can be somewhat managable with loans if you get the full merit and need based aid allotments.
I can’t speak for all schools, but I think NYU looks at extra-curriculars and application essays and such for creativity moreso than some others. Even look at the supplemental questions for instance, I don’t know what this years are, but ours were very unique and creative. NYU is definately looking for a specific kind of person more than just test scores and gpas.</p>
<p>I think that answered it…?? I hope so at least. Let me know if you need anything clarified!</p>
<p>haha, I’m finding this a very good distraction to my WTE essay that needs to get done pronto!! ;)</p>
<p>Thanks :)! I’ll come back if there are any more question then.</p>