Parsons School of Design

New York City, NY

About Parsons School of Design

Parsons School of Design, also known as Parsons The New School for Design, is a private art and design college located in New York City. Founded in 1896 by American impressionist painter William Merritt Chase, it has been a pioneer in art and design education for over a century. Parsons became part of The New School in 1970, which has allowed for interdisciplinary studies across various fields.

Acceptance rate:

Overall: 65%

Early: N/A%

World ranking:

#N/A

Number of applications:

8000

Student-faculty ratio:

9:01

Undergraduate programs:

25+

Admissions overview

Application deadlines

Single choice early action: N/A

Regular decision: Febuary 1

Common App

Required

Class rank

Optional

SAT/ACT

Optional

Recommendation letters

2

TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo

Required

  • 30

    Fashion Design

  • 15

    Fine Arts

  • 12

    Communication Design

  • 10

    Strategic Design and Management

  • 8

    Architectural Design

  • 7

    Product Design

  • Other

30% Fashion Design

Parsons' top-ranked Fashion Design program combines the latest industry technologies with traditional craft, preparing students for successful careers in the fashion industry.

15% Fine Arts

This program encourages students to work across painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, photography, and digital art, fostering a multidisciplinary approach to artistic practice.

12% Communication Design

Students learn to create visual messages for various media, including print, digital platforms, and environmental graphics, preparing them for careers in graphic design and branding.

10% Strategic Design and Management

This program combines design thinking with business strategy, preparing students for leadership roles in creative industries.

8% Architectural Design

Students explore innovative approaches to spatial design, urban planning, and sustainable architecture, preparing for careers in architecture and related fields.

7% Product Design

This program focuses on creating functional and aesthetically pleasing objects, from furniture to consumer products, emphasizing sustainability and user experience.

Admissions Overview

High School Diploma

Required

Common App

Required

Class Rank

Optional

Credit for AP Classes

Required

TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo

Required

SAT/ACT

Optional

College Prep Program

Optional

Additional Materials

Portfolio required for most programs

65% (N/A% early)

Acceptance Rate

3.6

Average GPA

1230

Average SAT Score

27

Average ACT Score

N/A

Optional

Optional

Portfolio: Required for most programs, showcasing 8-12 examples of your best and most recent work. Creative Essay: A 500-word essay responding to a specific prompt. List of Honors/Awards/Extracurricular Activities

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Annual expenses

Category

Estimated Cost

Tuition and Fees

$51,800

Room and Board

$19,000

Books and Supplies

$2,300

Personal Expenses

$2,000

Transportation

$1,000

Total: $76,100

Financial aid

Grants: Available, including need-based and merit-based grants

Merit Scholarships: Available, ranging from 10,000 to full tuition

Parent and Student Loans: Federal and private loans available

Work Study: Available for eligible students

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