INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AND SCHOLAR SERVICES An Intimate Global Community

Many of our students find a new home halfway around the world at The New School. Our diverse community welcomes students from all regions and fosters an environment of internationalism that can’t be matched anywhere else. In fact, The New School has been named one of the most international universities by U.S. News & World Report.

The students and scholars who make up our international community are a significant and critical part of The New School. The variety of cultural, political, racial, and religious perspectives they bring add immeasurably to our community’s level of scholarship, creativity, and ability to engage effectively with complex global issues.

Our International Student and Scholar Services department offers many programs and services to ensure that your student’s transition to living in the United States will be a smooth one. We provide both immigration advice and cultural support for incoming students in a welcoming and nurturing atmosphere.

If you have any questions regarding your student’s transition to life in the United States, please contact us at iss@newschool.edu

International Student Statistics

Facts About Our Community

International students at The New School come from 100 countries.

The top countries of origin represented on campus are:

China

South Korea

Canada

India

Taiwan

Mexico

Brazil

Japan

Turkey

United Kingdom

The New School currently hosts more than

4,100 international degree-seeking students.

Parsons School of Design is host to the largest number of international students and scholars— more than of students enrolled at the New School are international. 38%

2,500.