Internal Transfer Applicants

Welcome to NYU! We’re glad you’re here. Whether you’re a freshman or not, we have plenty of options if you’d like to switch schools within the university system. If this interests you, read on!

NYU’s internal transfer students find their transition from one school to another seamless, thanks to the university’s standard approach and admissions process.

The first step in applying for an internal transfer is to complete an application at NYU’s website, which can be found here: https://apply.nyu.edu/apply/. Once you’ve applied, you’ll receive an email from our office with instructions on submitting documents (such as official transcripts) electronically or via mail if needed. If you have any questions about this process, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly at [email protected]

Eligibility

To be eligible for the internal transfer program, you must:

Be enrolled in a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Be a junior or senior at the time of application
And have completed at least 24 credits (12 courses) at your current institution.

Dates & Deadlines

The application deadline for all programs is November 1.

For the 2021-2022 academic year, NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development will accept applications through December 15.
The Stern School of Business and Courant Institute offer rolling admissions for their 2+2 program so you can apply anytime during the year.

Application requirements

Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
Official test scores (GRE or GMAT)
Two letters of recommendation, preferably from professors at your current school who can speak to your academic ability, leadership potential and work experience.
A personal statement explaining why you wish to transfer into the program and how it will benefit you personally and professionally.

Documents needed

You will need to submit the following documents:

An official transcript from all colleges and universities attended. You can submit your transcripts electronically through NYU’s application system or mail them to us at the address below. Please note that we do not accept faxed or scanned copies of your official documents; they must be uploaded through the online portal or mailed in physical form.
An English language proficiency test score report showing one of these scores: TOEFL 100+ (iBT); IELTS 7+ overall band score; PTE Academic 58+.

Tests & Scores

- The following tests are required:
o TOEFL (minimum 80)
o IELTS (minimum 6.5)
- Applicants must have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher and are expected to have at least two years of work experience.

Application Fee

The application fee is $75 and is nonrefundable. If you meet the following criteria, though, it’s waived:

You are a member of the U.S. military, veteran or spouse/dependent.

We encourage you if you still need to meet these requirements but want to apply for an internal transfer! Your application will be considered on its own merits, and eligibility for financial aid will be determined based on your ability to pay tuition costs after grants have been awarded in each semester of enrollment at NYU.

Transcripts

Transcripts are required for all applicants. Please upload your transcripts in PDF, preferably by submitting hard copies or paper transcripts.

Transcripts must be sent directly from the institution to NYU.
Transcripts must be submitted online via the Common Application by February 1.
We cannot accept electronic versions of paper documents (such as scans), so please make sure your university submits them directly and does not send them electronically themselves! This may require contacting your Registrar’s Office for more information about how best to offer them and any additional fees associated with sending official documents through their office versus sending them yourself via mail or courier service (if applicable). If you have questions about how best to submit official records from abroad.

NYU’s internal transfer students find that their transition from one school to another is seamless, thanks to the university’s standard approach and admissions process

NYU’s internal transfer students find their transition from one school to another seamless, thanks to the university’s standard approach and admissions process. The university accepts a small number of internal applicants each year, and they are considered alongside all other applicants.

For example, if you apply as an undergraduate and get into NYU Steinhardt with a 3.7 GPA but decide to change your major or pursue another concentration at Tisch School of the Arts (Tisch). We will consider your application for admission through our internal transfer process

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