Parsons Paris, The New School
Cutting edge learning environment in two top urban centers, New York City and Paris! The New School is a great university for creative students and for students who want to transcend intellectual boundaries.
About the institution
A leader in art and design education since its founding in 1896, our campuses in New York City and Paris offer more than 135 degree programs, ranked as the number 1 school for design in the US and the number 3 worldwide (QS). Founded in 1921, Parsons Paris classes are kept small and the curricula are based on that of Parsons School of Design in New York City but adapted to the culture and context of Paris. Instruction is in English. The campus is fully part of The New School and receives the same accreditation. Parsons School of Design and Parsons Paris are part of The New School in New York City, which also includes Eugene Lang liberal arts college and the College of Performing Arts.
Number of Undergraduate Students
10000
Average First Year Class Size
14-17
Size of Instituition
Medium Institution 5000-15,000
Selectivity
Selective (25-50% admitted)
Campus Style
Medium Institution New York, Small Atelier Styled Institution Paris
Education Model
Art and design, Inter/Transdisciplinary Education, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts
Are there internship opportunities?
Yes - Students may choose to do an internship after their graduation (not mandatory).
Are there study abroad options?
Yes - Students may choose to apply to study abroad within The New School or at another university.
Cost of Tuition
Please consult our Tuition and Fees page: https://www.newschool.edu/tuition-fees-billing/current-tuition/
Funding
Yes, please visit the Office of Financial Aid webpage for more information: https://www.newschool.edu/financial-aid/
FAFSA is accepted for U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents
IB Grade Requirements
No specific minimum GPA required
UFP Grade Requirements
Not accepted
Subjects
#1 For Small Classes in the United States (2018, U.S. News & World Report)
#1 For Sustainable Building (2018, American Institute of Architects)
#1 Most International University in the United States (2020, U.S. News & World Report)
#1 School for Art and Design in the United States (2024, Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings)
#3 School for Art and Design in the World (2024, Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings)
Anthropology | World Top 200 | |
Art & Design | World Top 10 | |
Art History | World Top 10 | |
Communication & Media Studies | World Top 300 | |
Sociology | World Top 200 |
Subject Name | Degree Area |
|---|---|
Accounting & Finance | Business |
Anthropology | Society & Social Sciences |
Architecture | Art & Design |
Art & Design | Art & Design |
Business and Management | Business |
Communication and Media Studies
| English & Media |
Creative Writing | English & Media |
Dance
| Performing Arts |
Drama & Theatre
| Performing Arts |
Economics
| Society & Social Sciences |
English Literature and/or Language | English & Media |
Fashion | Art & Design |
Film and Media Production | Art & Design |
History of Art | Society & Social Sciences |
Interdisciplinary Study of Global Challenges | Society & Social Sciences |
International Relations
| Society & Social Sciences |
Journalism | English & Media |
Marketing | Business |
Music | Performing Arts |
Philosophy
| Society & Social Sciences |
Politics
| Society & Social Sciences |
Psychology
| Society & Social Sciences |
Social Policy | Society & Social Sciences |
Sociology
| Society & Social Sciences |
Urban Planning | Society & Social Sciences |
Academic Advising
Our approach to advising means you have one place to go for academic and career help. You will receive ongoing, holistic support from professional academic and career advisors who work with you as you design your personalized degree pathways and prepare to effect change in the world after graduation.