New York City,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Urban Studies in New York United States | The New School
The New School
|
New York United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
56,026
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Explore the intricate cultural, political, environmental, and societal systems shaping contemporary urban life. The New School's Urban Studies program tackles key 21st-century issues—globalization, urban growth, equity, and environmental resilience—to create more livable, fair, and sustainable cities. Our adaptable interdisciplinary approach lets students tailor their education while developing crucial expertise in policy, urban planning, and community engagement. With over half of humanity now residing in urban areas, cities serve as the primary setting for workplaces, homes, cultural hubs, and economic development. As an Urban Studies scholar, you'll engage with diverse academic fields to examine urbanization's wide-ranging impacts on governance, equality, ecology, and commerce. You'll gain deep insight into the communities and systems that define urban landscapes across the U.S. and worldwide.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Complete the Required Essays
Essay 1
In your study or work at The New School, what social issue or construct would you make the focus of your efforts to effect change? (200-400 words)
Essay 2
What aspects of The New School's academic programs or community drew you to apply? In your essay, please pay particular attention to the college and program to which you have applied. (200-400 words)
Letters of Recommendation
Applicants applying directly from high school must submit one counselor recommendation and one recommendation from a teacher. The Common Application School Report is also required.
Submit Official Transcripts
All applicants must provide official high school and/or college transcripts from all institutions attended. Undergraduate applicants who have attended multiple high schools can submit only the graduating school's official transcript as long as all prior coursework is listed on that transcript.
International Baccalaureate (IB): Students can pursue either the IB Diploma Program (DP) or IB Career-related Program (CP). Applicants who are taking individual IB courses as a supplement to a national curriculum are permitted to pursue individual IB courses rather than the DP or CP.
Minimum required scores are:
TOEFL iBT- 100, IELTS - 7.5, PTE - 68
Essay 1
In your study or work at The New School, what social issue or construct would you make the focus of your efforts to effect change? (200-400 words)
Essay 2
What aspects of The New School's academic programs or community drew you to apply? In your essay, please pay particular attention to the college and program to which you have applied. (200-400 words)
Letters of Recommendation
Applicants applying directly from high school must submit one counselor recommendation and one recommendation from a teacher. The Common Application School Report is also required.
Submit Official Transcripts
All applicants must provide official high school and/or college transcripts from all institutions attended. Undergraduate applicants who have attended multiple high schools can submit only the graduating school's official transcript as long as all prior coursework is listed on that transcript.
International Baccalaureate (IB): Students can pursue either the IB Diploma Program (DP) or IB Career-related Program (CP). Applicants who are taking individual IB courses as a supplement to a national curriculum are permitted to pursue individual IB courses rather than the DP or CP.
Minimum required scores are:
TOEFL iBT- 100, IELTS - 7.5, PTE - 68
Tuition
USD
56,026