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The New School (Parsons School of Design)

New York, NY

Greenwich Village university that includes Parsons School of Design, known for fashion and communication design, plus a liberal arts college and performing arts programs.

Admit rate
63.5%
Moderately selective
SAT middle 50%
Test-optional
Test-optional
Avg. net price
$58,741
per year, after grants
Average GPA
3.41
unweighted

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Admitted students average a 3.41 unweighted GPA (or its equivalent).

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Highlights

  • Parsons School of Design, founded in 1896, is one of its colleges
  • Eugene Lang College offers liberal arts degrees in Greenwich Village
  • A five-year BA/BFA dual degree combines Lang and Parsons

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