Student Enrollment Guide

Student Enrollment Guide A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO JOINING THE NEW SCHOOL COMMUNITY

2015–2016

newschool.edu

Keep this list and complete all the steps that apply to you

Pay your deposit if you have not already done so Check New School email and MyNewSchool announcements

Welcome to the new school We hope you will join our community of imaginative, critical, and passionate scholars and creators who engage with the issues of our time—urbanization, technological change, eco-

File FAFSA for need-based aid consideration

nomic empowerment, sustainability, migration, globalization—

Review financial aid award

social research, and other disciplines. No matter which New

Apply for university housing Submit final transcripts and/or proof of completion of secondary school Submit immunization form

and develop innovative ways to do so, bringing together design, School program you call home, it will be your starting point for a challenging and rewarding journey. During your time here, you will acquire both the solid intellectual foundation that a liberal arts education provides and the creative skills you need to succeed in the global economy. You’ll leave as an engaged and informed citizen on a path of continuous personal and profes-

Review Student Health Insurance Plan and waiver option Complete International Student Services forms (required for international students)

Apply for disability accommodations (if applicable) Submit photo for New School ID card (newcard) Submit emergency contact form and update mailing address

sional growth.

Now that you’ve been admitted, you probably have a lot

of questions. What happens next? Where am I going to live?

What classes should I take? What materials do I need? It may seem overwhelming at first, but we are here to support you. In this guide you will find information and resources to prepare you for life as a New Schooler. Topics covered include financial aid, required forms, registration, housing, campus activities, and new student orientation. Be sure to look for checklists and

RSVP for Welcome Weekend for Freshmen and Their Parents

reminders designed to make coming to The New School as easy

Review your school’s New Student Orientation schedule

as possible.

We look forward to meeting you on campus!

Register for classes (see “Advising and Registration” for more details) Complete tuition payment or arrange payment plan You can complete these steps at newschool.edu/newstudents.

Questions? Email Student Services at stuserv@newschool.edu.

Michelle Relyea Vice President for Student Success

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LIFE at THE NEW SCHOOL

my.newschool.edu New School Email newcard: The Official New School ID Card

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FINANCIAL AID and TUITION

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Applying for Financial Aid FAFSA Tuition Information and Payment Options

HEALTH and SAFETY

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Immunization Requirements

Housing Options and Deadlines

Health Insurance/Insurance Waiver

Dining Dollars, Newcard Cash, and Student Discounts Student Health Services

DISABILITY SERVICES and ACCESSIBILITY

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Student Code of Conduct Overview Information Technology Student Development and Activities Athletics and Recreation

ADVISING and REGISTRATION

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WELCOME WEEKEND, NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION, and UNIVERSITY CALENDAR

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IMPORTANT CONTACTS

School of Drama School of Jazz Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts Mannes School of Music Parsons School of Design Bachelor’s Program for Adults and Transfer Students

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GETTING STARTED

IN THIS SECTION

Set up your my.newschool.edu account & email

Submit a photo for newcard

Submit your emergency contact info

Pay your deposit

My.newschool.edu MyNewSchool is The New School’s online portal for taking care

EMERGENCY

of university business—such as registering for classes, paying tui-

CONTACT

tion, and accessing important forms—and accessing important

All new students must provide

announcements from your program as well as finding out about

emergency contact

special offers and discounts, events, and other opportunities.

information. Log in to MyNewSchool

To set up your MyNewSchool account:

(my.newschool.edu) and select the “Me”

Go to account.newschool.edu and select the “Look up

tab at the top of the

Your NetID” link.

page. Under “Personal Information,” you will

Enter your New School ID number (you can find it on

find a link to “Update

your admission letter) and last name.

Emergency Contact Information.” The uni-

Once you know your NetID, reset your password by

versity may use the

selecting the “Reset Your Password” link and completing

contact information

the reset process.

you provide in case of an emergency. If this

Now you can log in to MyNewSchool (my.newschool.edu) with

information changes, be sure to return to

your NetID and password.

MyNewSchool to update it.

Haven’t paid your deposit yet?

Reserve your spot at The New School now by submitting a tuition deposit. Log in to MyNewSchool, scroll to the “Pay Tuition Deposit” section, and follow the instructions to pay your deposit by the date given in your admission letter.

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New School Email

IN THIS SECTION

Apply for FAFSA

Apply for other loans

Pay tuition

As a new student, you’ll be assigned a New School email account within two business days of receipt of your tuition deposit. Access your New School email by logging in to my.newschool.edu where you will find the email icon in the Apps grid at the top right of the page. Check your email often to get important updates

Applying for financial aid

about financial aid, housing, registration, and new student orientation. Remember that all official university email communica-

The New School funds a variety of institutional scholarships,

tions will be sent only to this email address.

fellowships, grants, and stipends as part of its comprehensive financial aid program. We also participate in government grant, loan, and work-study programs as well as programs for veterans

NewCard: the official new school id card

The newcard, The New School’s official identification card, is

academic and artistic ability. Admission counselors can answer

required for access to university buildings and services includ-

most questions about eligibility.

of the U.S. armed services.

If you are admitted to an undergraduate degree program,

you will automatically be considered for merit aid on the basis of

first need to submit your photo—before arriving on campus— used to create your pre-printed newcard, which you can then pick up during Welcome Weekend or New Student Orientation. Visit

FAFSA

(Free Application for federal student aid)

newschool.edu/card for more information and instructions for submitting your favorite passport-style photo. Learn more about Newcard Cash at newschool.edu/card/newcard-cash. You can

for need-based financial aid through The New School must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

businesses and venues (see page 42), and also visit Questions?

U.S. citizens and eligible noncitizens who want to be considered

also use your newcard to receive student discounts at many local newschool.edu/student-discounts for more information.

Email us at

File online at fafsa.ed.gov.

The school code for the New School is 002780.

You must submit FAFSA each year in order to receive and

newcard@newschool.edu.

renew aid.

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Email sfs@newschool.edu.

ing Newcard Cash for dining facilities, meal plans, and academic technology labs and libraries. As a new incoming student, you’ll

Questions?

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1 Priority Deadline 2015

FAFSA application deadlines

Entrance and Exit Counseling

New students entering fall semester: File FAFSA between

New School students who borrow under any federal loan pro-

January 1 and June 30.

gram are required to receive entrance counseling as a condition of borrowing and online exit counseling when they leave school or drop below half-time status (6 credits). Visit studentloans.gov to receive online counseling.

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1 Priority Deadline 2015

New students entering spring semester: File FAFSA anytime during the preceding year.

If you are a first-time borrower at The New School, you

must sign a Master Promissory Note and complete entrance counseling at studentloans.gov even if you have borrowed Federal Direct Student Loans at another institution.

If you miss the priority deadline, you may still receive financial

assistance, but some types of aid may no longer be available.

accept or decline online, email Student Financial Services at

If you decide to change your loan s tatus af ter you

sfs@newschool.edu.

Accepting or declining loans The New School encourages students to review all other fund-

Student Loans for International Students

ing options before accepting any loan offer. Detailed information

Lenders are often willing to make private student loans to

about the Federal Direct Loan Program is provided by the Depart-

international students, but in most cases they require a credit-

ment of Education at studentaid.ed.gov. Always be aware of the

eligible U.S. citizen or permanent resident to co-sign the loan

terms and conditions of your loans, including the interest rate,

with you. You should research possible lenders online.

repayment terms, and origination fees.

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TUITION PAYMENT DEADLINES

Tuition information and payment options

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A Note About Paying Online

If you choose to use a credit card—MasterCard, Visa, Discover, or American Express—to make your payment online, you will be

The university sends bills by New School email in early July with

charged a nonrefundable 2.75 percent convenience fee.

an August due date, and in December with a January due date.

You can also view bills on your MyNewSchool account. Log in to

use an electronic checking or savings account (from a U.S. bank)

MyNewSchool with your NetID and password.

EChecks are an alternative to credit card payments. You can

to make your payments at no additional cost. Another benefit of paying with an eCheck is that you can enroll in an automatic

Spring Semester 2016

payment plan.

Payment by Check

Checks for tuition, fees, housing, and meal plans charged to your student account should be mailed to Q: What will my tuition and fees be?

The New School Attn: Cashiering

A: You can view updated tuition and fees at

72 Fifth Avenue, 2nd floor

newschool.edu/registrar/tuition-and-fees.

New York, NY 10011

Q: What if I have a university scholarship or financial aid?

A: If you have a university scholarship or receive financial aid,

Make checks payable to The New School and include your name and New School ID number on the face of the check to ensure accurate posting.

the amount provided will be deducted automatically from your account; the balance will reflect any fees not covered.

Q: How can I pay?

Returned Check Policy

Our returned check policy is detailed at newschool.edu/sfs/billing-and-payment.

A: You can pay on MyNewSchool (via credit card and/or eCheck).

If you are unable to use the online system, you can pay with a wire transfer or mail a check. You can also make payments at the Student Financial Services Cashiering Office, on the second floor of 72 Fifth Avenue.

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Wire Transfers

Wire transfer payments sent to the school can be used to pay only for tuition, fees, health insurance, on-campus housing (if applicable), and meal plan (if applicable).

For information on how to wire transfer funds to The New

School, visit MyNewSchool.

Q: Can I set up a monthly payment plan?

A: Payment plans are available for the fall and spring semesters

for two, four, or five interest-free monthly installments payable with credit cards or eChecks. There is a small enrollment fee, and you must enroll each semester. Sign up for a payment plan on MyNewSchool.

Q: Where can I find plan enrollment deadlines?

A: Visit newschool.edu/sfs/billing-and-payment.

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HEALTH AND SAFETY

IN THIS SECTION

Submit immunization forms

Choose/waive health insurance

Immunization requirements Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Vaccines Documentation New York State Public Health Law 2165 requires that all degree-seeking students enrolled at a college or university for six

DUE DATES

(6) credits or more and born on or after January 1, 1957, provide

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documentation of their immunizations against measles, mumps, and rubella.

We need proof that you’ve received (2) measles, (1) mumps

and (1) rubella vaccine, administered after your first birthday.

You can have your doctor complete step 2 of the New School Immunization Form or submit official documentation of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella. You can also have a Blood Antibody Titer drawn. (This lab test measures the level of measles, mumps, and rubella antibodies in your blood.) Should you choose this option, please attach a copy of the lab results along with the Immunization Form. Any result other than a positive result (e.g., an equivocal result) will be considered noncompliant.

All degree-seeking students registered for six (6) credits or more, as well as ESL + Design and ESL + Music students, must meet these requirements.

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Meningococcal Vaccines Documentation

Student Health Services/Immunization The New School

New York State Public Health Law 2167 requires post-secondary

80 Fifth Avenue, 3rd floor

institutions to distribute information about meningococcal dis-

New York, NY 10011

Email Student

ease and vaccination to students. All degree-seeking students

T (212) 229-1671, option 5

Health Services at

(including those studying part-time and online only) and ESL +

F (212) 614-7484

shs@newschool.edu

Design and ESL + Music students must complete step 1 of the

email: shs@newschool.edu

Questions?

or view the immunization requirements

New School Immunization Form. You need to get the meningitis

on the Student Health

vaccination within thirty (30) days of the date next to your sig-

Services webpage at

nature on the university Immunization Form, provide the date

newschool.edu/shs/

you last received it (which must be within the last 10 years to be

immunizations.

Health insurance/ Insurance waiver

valid), or decline receipt of the vaccination after receiving information about the meningococcal disease risks.

You must decide whether you will keep or waive your Student Accident and Sickness Insurance Plan by the dates given on

Immunization form newschool.edu/studentservices/health/immunization-form.pdf

page 20.

The Student Health Insurance Plan is an integral part of the

are automatically

Services Fee enables you to use Student Health Services. The

charged the health

Health Insurance Fee provides coverage under The New School

Immunization Form, together with a copy of all supporting

Student Accident and Sickness Health Insurance Plan, administered by Aetna Student Health, and enables students to use services outside Student Health Services.

For detailed information about the plan, visit

universityhealthplans.com/letters/letter.cgi?school_id=181.

Be advised You have not completed registration and are not considered cleared until you have submitted documentation of immunizations. If you intend to file an exemption, please contact Student Health Services for additional information.

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All eligible students

university’s plan for promoting health and wellness. The Health

Please scan and email, fax, or mail the signed and completed documentation (if applicable), to Student Health Services.

NOTE

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fees and enrolled in the health insurance plan at registration.

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DISABILITY SERVICES AND ACCESSIBILITY

Waivers and deadlines

IN THIS SECTION

You may be eligible for coverage under the group health plan of

Complete disability self-identification form (if applicable)

a parent’s employer or under a parent’s individual health insurINSURANCE PLAN DEADLINES OCT

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ance policy if you are under the age of 26. If you are thinking about waiving participation in the Student Health Insurance Plan, make sure that your individual or family plan covers medi-

The New School fosters an environment that encourages all stu-

cal and mental health care in New York City and compare costs,

dents to achieve their full potential. Student Disability Services

coverage, and deductibles.

(SDS) is here to help students with disabilities gain access to

academic and programmatic services at the university. SDS pro-

You need to decide whether you are going to retain or waive

your health insurance fee by the deadlines set by the Health Ser-

vides a variety of accommodations and services in accordance

vices Office (at left). If you wish to decline coverage under the

with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504

Student Health Insurance Plan, you must complete an online

of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

waiver form, found at universityhealthplans.com/secure/waiver.

cgi?school_id=181. Additional information can be found on the

contact Disability Services at studentdisability@newschool.edu

New School Health Insurance website,

or (212) 229-5626.

If you have questions or need additional information, please

newschool.edu/student-health-services/insurance.

How to apply for Accommodations Use the Disability Self-Identification Form to notify SDS of your disability-related needs: newschool.edu/student-disabilityservices/self-identification-form.

Specific details about your disability status and related

accommodations will be requested once this form is submitted.

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Submitting Documentation In order to consider academic and programmatic adjustments, The New School requires documentation from a qualified clinician. If you seek adjustments, we strongly encourage you to obtain updated documentation at the start of each academic year. The university reserves the right to ask for updated documentation before providing accommodations.

All documentation should follow the guidelines found

at

newschool.edu/student-disability-services/submitting-

documentation.

Physical Accessibility Most of the university’s residence halls are wheelchair accessible and have wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. Examples of housing accommodations may include height-adjustable furniture and shelves, placement in a wheelchair-accessible residence, and installation of strobe lights. The university does not provide transportation for any of our students, but we have information available about public transportation options, including accessible bus and train information and Access-a-Ride services. If you have hearing- or vision-based disabilities, you can contact Student Disability Services with specific accommodation concerns.

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ADVISING AND REGISTRATION

IN THIS SECTION

Review registration instructions

Meet with advisors/register for classes

Review special requirements

Advising begins with the selection of classes for your first semester and continues throughout your time at The New School.

Advisors are here to help you clarify your goals, identify unique learning opportunities, and map a personalized path that will prepare you to succeed after graduating. Using their extensive knowledge of campus resources, advisors can teach you how to navigate the university system and act as a liaison between you and the university’s staff members. Your advisor will be assigned on the basis of your college, program of study, or major.

The registration process varies by program. You will be con-

tacted via your New School email account with more specific information and registration instructions unique to your program. See Important Contacts for a list of individual college and program advising staff.

Below is general information to assist you in planning.

School of drama You can register starting June 1, 2015. An email with advising and registration information will be sent to you. Be sure to check your New School email account for this information.

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School of jazz

MANNES school OF MUSIC

Advising and registration for new students will take place during

Mannes students register in person with their advisors. Most

new student orientation week, which begins on August 24, 2015.

registration appointments will be scheduled during new student

Throughout orientation you will take a series of placement

orientation week (August 24–28). Upon completion of online

exams covering all the core musical subjects, private lesson pro-

placement tests, new Mannes students who will be in New York

ficiency, and ensemble placement. At the end of orientation you

City in June or July are invited to schedule an appointment with

will have a one-on-one appointment with your advisor to go over

their advisor to register for classes before new student orien-

the results of your placement exams and to register for classes.

tation week. Please check your New School email for updates

For current information, visit the Jazz Academic Advising

website at newschool.edu/jazz/academic-advising.

regarding placement testing as well as updated orientation information.

For more information, visit newschool.edu/mannes/advisement-

EUGENE LANG COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS First-year students should review the information on the first-year registration webpage at newschool.edu/lang/

registration.

Parsons school of design

firstyearregistration. You can submit your class preferences

Advising and registration for new students varies based on

using the Course Selection Form anytime after Tuesday, June 2,

degree and major program.

2015, until the priority deadline on Thursday, July 2, 2015. Be sure to submit your choices in order of preference; we will honor your requests to the fullest extent possible. You will receive a printed schedule of your classes when you arrive on campus for new student orientation and have an opportunity to discuss potential schedule changes with your faculty advisor during that week.

For complete instructions on the registration process, sopho-

First-year BFA, BBA, and BS students begin registering on June 1, 2015. For more information on new student registration, visit newschool.edu/advising-first-year.

BFA, BBA, and BS sophomore and junior transfer students and visiting students begin registering on June 1, 2015.

For more information on new student registration, visit

more and junior transfer students can visit newschool.edu/

newschool.edu/advising-transfer-student.

lang/transfer-registration,

AAS students begin registering on June 1, 2015. For more

beginning

June

22,

2015.

You

can submit course selections through an online form. Aca-

information on new student registration, including computer

demic advisors will then review your submissions and may

recommendations, visit: newschool.edu/advising-aas.

send feedback and additional recommended courses. Once your selections are approved, you will receive clearance to register for classes at my.newschool.edu.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR BFA, BBA, AND BS STUDENTS

Incoming BFA, BBA, and BS students will need a laptop that meets our minimum technical specifications. For more information, visit newschool.edu/parsons/laptop.pdf.

You will receive a subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud,

which the university provides at no cost. Please do not sign up for membership in advance. Microsoft Office is also recommended.

You will receive further information about laptop and software requirements, as well as the First-Year Core Materials List. This information will be sent to your New School email account.

Bachelor’s program for adults and transfer students Advising and registration for new students begins on May 4, 2015, and continues throughout the summer. Before you can register for classes, you’ll need to speak with an advisor. Students who can travel to campus will have in-person advising sessions of 30 to 45 minutes. Students who cannot travel to New York for advising will have telephone or Skype appointments. Contact the Bachelor’s Program Office at (212) 229-5119 or sus@newschool.edu to set up an advising appointment as soon as possible.

English Course Placement Testing for Jazz and Parsons Students

All new Jazz and Parsons students who do not have English as their first language must take the English Course Placement Test, regardless of fluency, previous English coursework, degrees or diplomas from U.S. institutions, TOEFL score, and SAT score.

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For more information, visit newschool.edu/english-test.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AND SCHOLAR SERVICES

IN THIS SECTION

Email I–20/DS–2019 pdf

Complete check-in/orientation

A Note about coming to the U.S. The New School is authorized under federal law to enroll nonimmigrant international students. If you are not a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident (a green card holder), you need to obtain an I–20/DS–2019 form before you can apply for a visa to study in the United States.

Begin the visa application process as soon as you receive the

letter of acceptance from the university’s Office of Admission, as the process can take 90 days or longer. (Review Your 5 Steps to U.S. Study at educationusa.info for a suggested timeline.) In your acceptance letter, find the link to our I–20/DS–2019 application website, from which you can submit your I–20/DS–2019 application online. The same link is also available in the “Accepted Students” tab in my.newschool.edu. You cannot access the I–20/ DS–2019 application website through the main ISSS website; you can fill in and submit the form only if you’ve received an acceptance letter or activated your account at my.newschool.edu.

After you submit the online I–20/DS–2019 form, you must

send the required supporting documents as a single PDF file to iss@newschool.edu. If you do not have access to email, you can fax or mail the documents, but doing so may delay processing.

ISSS will send you your I–20 or DS–2019 form. Please read

the important materials attached. Once you receive the form, you must apply for and receive your F–1 or J–1 visa at the United States embassy or consulate in your home country, prior to traveling to the U.S. We look forward to meeting you!

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International Student Check-In (Required)

Completing the Check-In Process

If you are an international student, you must officially check

check-in process.

The following steps are required in order to complete the

in with International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) within

Complete the Official International Check-In Form, which can

ten (10) days of arriving in the United States, at the beginning

be submitted online.

of each semester, and every time you travel abroad and reenEmail us at iss@newschool.edu

students must go to the check-in location specified in their Ori-

if you have any

entation Schedule and bring their immigration documents (I–20/

questions or

DS–2019, passport, and printout of their electronic I–94 card).

concerns.

Verify or change your local and official address at

ter the United States during your time at The New School. New

Visit

newschool.edu/international-student-services

for

additional information.

And remember to follow us on social media—we post daily

updates, remind you about deadlines, provide immigration news, and advise you about free programs and fun things to do.

my.newschool.edu.

New students

Please bring originals of the following documents and submit them in person at ISSS check-in:

Passport and visa page

I–94 admission record (print out at cbp.gov/i94). A copy of the I–94 record must be submitted to ISSS every time you re-enter the United States.

Original I–20(s)/DS–2019(s)

Social Security card (if you have one)

All other relevant immigration documents

New students are also required to complete the Online Orientation. Please sign in to complete the orientation and print the confirmation page at the end for your records.

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New International Student In-Person Orientation (Required)

Full-Time Enrollment for International Students (Required)

Both the U.S. government and The New School require interna-

As you register for classes for your first semester at The New

tional students to attend the in-person New International Stu-

School, be advised that all F-1 and J-1 students are required to

dent Orientation. During this session, you will learn your rights

enroll full-time each fall and spring semester. Full-time enroll-

and responsibilities while in F–1 or J–1 status, learn more about

ment is equal to 12 credits per semester (all New School col-

the ISSS office, and meet other international students. Infor-

leges). Failing to maintain a full course load is a violation of

mation about the date and location of the New International

status and may jeopardize your ability to remain in the United

Student Orientation is listed in your New Student Orientation

States as a student or exchange visitor. Exceptions may be

schedule, available on the New Student Information page at

made in specific situations, but they must be approved in

newschool.edu/student-services/newstudents. Orientation

advance in writing by an international student advisor. Only one

information is also included in the welcome letter from Monique

(1) online course (maximum of 3 credits) can be applied toward

Ngozi Nri, the ISSS senior director, which was mailed to you

full-time enrollment.

along with your I–20 or DS–2019.

Programs and Workshops (Recommended) In addition to issuing immigration forms and providing immigration advice to international students, professors, and scholars, ISSS maintains a year-round schedule of programs and workshops designed to help you adjust to life in the United States and provide you with the tools you need to achieve your full potential at The New School and beyond.

Please note Your school may have a separate orientation program for new and/or international students that you may be

We encourage you to take advantage of the ISSS workshops,

which you may find especially useful in your first semester at The New School. The list of events can be found here: newschool.edu/isss/events.

required to attend. Attending your school’s orientation program does not fulfill your immigration requirement; you must still attend the ISSS New International Student In-Person Orientation.

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International Student Experience

This interactive session provides information to help you deal with the effects of culture shock and adjust to life in New York City and The New School. Learn about student activities and get tips for successful social and cultural adjustment. To learn more about living and studying in the United States, please visit newschool.edu/isss/usaguide.

Employment Workshop

Attend this workshop to learn about pertinent immigration regulations, how to approach the U.S. job market, and where to look for employment options. Learn valuable lessons about the practical application of your studies and exploring U.S. culture through volunteering, interning, and working.

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STUDENT LIFE

LIFE AT THE NEW SCHOOL

IN THIS SECTION

Apply for on-campus housing or opt for off-campus housing

Choose Newcard Cash or Dining Dollars Review the Student Code of Conduct

Housing options and deadlines On-Campus Housing The New School offers four on-campus housing options: 13th Street Residence, Kerrey Hall, Loeb Hall, and Stuyvesant Park.

Each residence hall is co-ed and all have 24/7 security at the

APPLICATION DEADLINE

front desk, have live-in staff, and are fully furnished with air

Priority application

conditioning and high-speed Internet access and have cable TV available. All residences include a lounge, an art studio, a mailroom, and washers and dryers along with unique features that make each space distinctive. Most include music practice rooms, a gym, and kitchens.

Preparing to Apply

Before you apply for student housing, you must Be admitted as a full-time student by one of the colleges of The New School

Receive your New School ID number (N+ eight digits)

Pay your tuition deposit (if you have not already done so)

Receive instructions for logging in to MyNewSchool

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deadline for university housing for the full academic year is June 15, 2015.

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Off-Campus Housing Student Housing and Residence Life maintains a list of apartHOW to Apply

ments for lease, sublet, or share from individuals or entities that

Once you have completed all the steps described above, you can

have contacted the office.

begin your student housing application.

Log in to MyNewSchool.

Current and admitted students can request a copy of the

list by emailing universityhousing@newschool.edu from their New School email account.

Select the “Services” tab. Under “Student Housing and Residence Life,” you will find a link to “Apply for Housing.”

Fill out the online application.

Sign the Housing Contract electronically.

Dining Dollars, Newcard Cash, and Student Discounts

If you require special housing, visit

If you participate in the Dining Dollars or Newcard Cash pro-

newschool.edu/housing-accommodations.

grams, your newcard can be used as a debit card at campus

Pay the nonrefundable housing deposit (part of submitting

dining facilities and certain off-campus merchants. You can also

the application).

use your newcard to receive student discounts at many local

Expect to receive your room and roommate assignment information sent to your New School email address in mid-July (early January for new spring applicants).

businesses and venues.

Newcard Cash

All New School cafeterias accept Newcard Cash, and purchases made in these venues are not taxed. You can also use New-

If you have any questions or concerns,

card Cash for on-campus vending machines and dorm laundry

email universityhousing@newschool.edu.

machines, as well as at selected local businesses.

How to Add Funds

You can add money to your Newcard Cash account or view your current balance. Log in to my.newschool.edu, and select the “Services” tab. Under “Newcard Cash,” you will find a link to “Add More Money to Your Account.” Newcard Cash balances do not expire; they roll over from semester to semester and remain in your account until they are spent.

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Dining Dollars

Students who live at Stuyvesant Park, 13th Street, Loeb Hall, and

student health services

Kerrey Hall during the fall/spring semesters are automatically enrolled in Dining Dollars, The New School’s meal plan program.

Our primary goal at Student Health Services is to provide

Dining Dollars are loaded onto your New School ID (the newcard)

high-quality, inclusive medical, psychological, and collaborative

at the beginning of each semester and can be spent only in New

support services that promote individual and communal health

School cafeterias. Dining Dollars are nonrefundable. Any money

and wellness. We do this in a confidential setting where we offer

left in your Dining Dollars account at the end of the fall semester

culturally sensitive and accessible care. We serve as a primary

will roll forward to the spring semester, but balances remaining at

source of information to the university community on health,

the end of the spring semester are forfeited.

disease, and prevention. For answers to general questions about

our services, email shs@newschool.edu or visit our website at

To see your Dining Dollars balance or add money to your

Newcard Cash balance, log in to the Newcard Cash portal at

newschool.edu/student-health-services.

newcardcash.newschool.edu with your NetID and password.

Please note that students assigned to Kerrey Hall and 13th Street

Medical Services

will have mandatory meal plans while students assigned to

Medical Services provides primary care for students, including

Stuyvesant Park and Loeb Hall may choose to opt out of the meal

diagnosis and treatment for illness and injury, gynecological

plan by visiting my.newschool.edu starting in July.

consultation and treatment, prescriptions, medications, immu-

nizations, and other preventive services. All services are strictly

For more information, visit

newschool.edu/card/dining-dollars.

confidential and are not a part of your academic record. If you have paid the per-semester Student Health Services Fee, you

Off-Campus Merchant Program

can access care at no additional charge. Insurance can be used

A large number of neighborhood vendors accept Newcard Cash.

to cover the costs of diagnostic tests, X-rays, lab tests, and other

Check the website for a current list:

outside services.

newschool.edu/card/off-campus-merchant-program.

When you need a consultation with a specialist, referrals

are made to appropriate physicians. Our medical service proMany organizations and local businesses have partnered with

viders follow up with you as well as with specialists, hospitals,

The New School to offer student discounts with the newcard.

and agencies to ensure proper communication and continuity

These include New Jersey Transit, the New York Times, and the

of care.

Museum of Modern Art, to name a few. Visit newschool.edu/student-discounts for a complete list.

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Same-Day Appointments

Wellness and Health Promotion

Visits to Medical Services are by appointment only. Same-day

A variety of health-related workshops and training and outreach

and next-day appointments are available if you have an urgent

programs are offered throughout the year by the health promo-

medical issue. Please call (212) 229-1671, option 2, to sched-

tion staff. These programs include individual counseling on sex

ule an appointment. In the rare event that Medical Services is

and body positivity, nutrition, and time management; group

unable to accommodate you, we will provide an appropriate

activities like meditation; auricular acupuncture and acupres-

outside referral. If you need immediate assistance or have an

sure; and alcohol and other drug harm reduction.

FACEBOOK

emergency outside of our business hours, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

newschool.healthservices

Counseling Services

TWITTER

Counseling offers you the opportunity to talk to someone who online scheduling

will listen in a supportive and nonjudgmental way. We offer

Non-urgent medical appointments and some wellness appoint-

short-term individual treatment (a maximum of 12 sessions per

ments can be scheduled online via the Student Health Services

academic year), but the duration of treatment is decided on an

portal at shsportal.newschool.edu.

individual basis.

We offer the following services

Routine and Preventive Health Care Services

Student Health Services offers routine preventive care services

Short-term individual treatment (max. of 12 sessions/academic year)

including physical examinations; women’s health care; travel

Crisis intervention (walk-in hours are Monday through Friday, 1:45–2:45 p.m.)

health; health care for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer,

Psychiatric services (available to students receiving short-term counseling)

intersex, asexual, and gender-nonconforming (LGBTQIAGNC)

Dialectical behavioral therapy skills groups

community; immunizations; cholesterol screening; blood pressure monitoring; tuberculosis skin testing (PPD); vision screening; nutritional guidance; smoking cessation; and dental referrals.

Support groups Creative arts therapy BASICS: Brief Alcohol and Other Drugs Information Sessions

After-Hours Nurse Advice Line

Low-fee psychological and educational testing

Nurse Response is an after-hours nurse advice line available to you whenever Student Health Services is closed. Experienced nurses will provide you with medical guidance, health information, assistance in decision making, and referrals.

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Student Code of Conduct Overview

Sexual Harassment

The New School prohibits sexual harassment. Accordingly, procedures have been established for dealing with concerns, allega-

The New School aims to ensure that the rights of every mem-

tions, and questions about sexual harassment. The Federal Equal

ber of the campus community are respected. We are committed

Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued guide-

to creating and maintaining an environment in which students,

lines that provide a basic definition of sexual harassment. At The

faculty, and staff can study and work in a safe and open atmo-

New School, sexual harassment is understood as conduct that

sphere, unhampered by discrimination or violence.

exploits power or authority in order to elicit sexual submission,

Likewise, you are responsible for observing the principles of

or inappropriate sexual conduct that creates an intimidating,

fairness, civility, and tolerance of diversity in your dealings with

hostile, or abusive environment for working, learning, or enjoying

others. Please familiarize yourself with the Student Code of Con-

other opportunities and activities. The university seeks to main-

duct, which is based on these principles and is intended to guide

tain a high standard of behavior and correct breaches, whether or

all members of our community—students, faculty, and admin-

not the offending behavior meets external legal standards of the

istrators—and promote their intellectual, artistic, cultural, and

term sexual harassment.

social development.

For more information, visit

newschool.edu/student-rights-and-responsibilities.

Learn more at newschool.edu/sexual-harassment.

Sexual Assault Prevention

In keeping with The New School’s values and with federal and Discrimination and Bias

state law requirements, it is the policy of the university that sex-

The New School values racial and cultural diversity, mutual

ual assault and sexual exploitation will not be tolerated. The New

respect, human dignity, and individual differences and supports

School will take any action needed to prevent, correct, and disci-

intellectual, artistic and professional growth. Acts of discrimina-

pline behavior that violates this standard of conduct. The univer-

tion and bias are violations of the university Code of Conduct.

sity will make every effort to provide assistance and support to victims of sexual harassment or assault in a thorough, consistent,

Safe Zone

and sensitive manner.

The New School Safe Zone program brings together a voluntary network of faculty, staff, and student advocates for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, asexual, and gendernonconforming (LGBTQIAGNC) community. Its aim is to create a safe and supportive campus environment.

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Information technology

Student development and activities

Information Technology at The New School provides a variety

Student Development and Activities sponsors a variety of social,

of services to support your computing and technology needs.

cultural, leadership, educational, and recreational programs

Services and resources provided include

designed to help you become a world citizen, able to effect posi-

On-campus computer and technology labs Wireless access throughout academic buildings and residence halls Help Desk and convenient walk-up tech assistance Discounts on Apple, Dell, Microsoft, Rhino, SPSS, and SAS products Free software, including Adobe Creative Cloud Home Use Subscription, AGI-32 (only for Parsons Lighting Design students), ARCGIS, and Symantec

tive change. We encourage you to become an active member of the university community.

Student organizations offer a rewarding experience that

helps you grow—socially and as a leader—while establishing enduring friendships. You can find or create a group that suits your interests, whether they involve academics, political action and advocacy, international study, visual or performing arts, social outreach, or religion. Examples of our 50+ student organizations include Design Forum, Faith and Fashion, Feminist Collective, International Student Society, the Nonviolence Project, and Project Africa. For a complete list, visit

The Equipment Center, which allows students to reserve and

newschool.edu/student-organizations.

check out audio and video production equipment for field and

studio use

on student organizations, events, cultural programs, and student

Be sure to sign up for our weekly newsletter to get the latest

discounts. Email studev@newschool.edu and ask to subscribe.

Questions?

Contact the Help Desk or Information Technology, located at 72 Fifth Avenue. helpdesk@newschool.edu itservicedesk@newschool.edu

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Athletics and Recreation Welcome to Narwhal Nation! Athletics and Recreation offers many opportunities for you to become physically active and mentally engaged while meeting students from across the university.

The New School sponsors several athletic teams: basketball,

men’s and women’s cross-country, men’s and women’s cycling, soccer, and men’s and women’s tennis. Teams practice regularly and compete against other schools in and around the city.

As a student, you have free access to our intramural sports

leagues held at the McBurney YMCA, which include soccer, volleyball, basketball, and dodgeball. We also offer 15+ weekly group fitness classes on campus such as kickboxing, Bollywood dancing, circuit training, dance, Pilates, yoga, and Zumba.

If you’re looking to get outdoors, we offer that too. Each

weekend we offer off-campus excursions such as archery, backpacking, biking, camping, hiking, horseback riding, ice skating, kayaking, rock climbing, skiing, snowboarding, and trapeze.

These trips are offered for free or at a deeply discounted rate.

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DATES

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Welcome Weekend takes place August 20–23, 2015. This is a special orientation for recent high school graduates and other incoming students with little or no college experience. Information sessions give first-year students and their parents an overview of the resources and services available at The New School, and a variety of special events introduce them to New York City.

For more information and to view a schedule of events, visit

newschool.edu/welcome-weekend.

New student orientation

New Student Orientation takes place August 24–29, 2015, and all new students are expected to attend. Students receive important information about academic policies and the course registration process for their division of the university.

Visit newschool.edu/new-student-orientation for more information and to view a schedule of events.

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For a complete calendar, visit newschool.edu/academic-calendar.

Fall 2015

admission

Welcome Weekend for Freshmen

and Their Parents

Important contacts

August 20–23

New Student Orientation

August 24–29

First day of classes

Monday, August 31

Labor Day holiday

Monday, September 7

Last day to add a class

Visit newschool.edu/academic-calendar.

Last day to drop a class

Visit newschool.edu/academic-calendar.

Rosh Hashanah holiday (no classes evening prior) Monday, September 14

General admission information admission@newschool.edu

Jazz Drama Undergraduate Admission dramabfa@newschool.edu

Wednesday, September 23

Last day to withdraw from a class

Jazz Admission

Visit newschool.edu/academic-calendar.

jazzadm@newschool.edu

Initial registration for spring 2016

Starting Monday, November 2

Sunday, November 29

Drama Rachel Francois: francoir@newschool.edu

(212) 229-5150 or (800) 292-3040

Yom Kippur holiday (no classes evening prior)

Thanksgiving holiday Wednesday, November 25, to

Advising Offices

Martin Hundley: hundleym@newschool.edu Kyle Wilson: wilsonk@newschool.edu

Lang langadvising@newschool.edu

Lang Admission lang@newschool.edu

Last day of classes

Tuesday, December 22

Mannes Admission

Winter break begins

Wednesday, December 23

mannesadmissions@newschool.edu

Parsons Undergraduate Admission

Mannes Audrey Axinn: axinna@newschool.edu William Gustafson: gustafson@newschool.edu Joshua Gleich: gleichj@newschool.edu

thinkparsons@newschool.edu

Parsons

Spring 2016 Martin Luther King holiday

Monday, January 18

Public Engagement Undergraduate Admission

First day of classes

Monday, January 25

nspeundergrad@newschool.edu

Last day to add a class

Visit newschool.edu/academic-calendar.

Last day to drop a class

Visit newschool.edu/academic-calendar.

Presidents’ Day holiday

Monday, February 15

Last day to withdraw from a class

Visit newschool.edu/academic-calendar.

Spring break Monday, March 21, to

Sunday, March 27

Initial registration for fall 2016

Starting Monday, April 4

Last day of classes

Monday, May 17

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advisingparsons@newschool.edu

Public engagement media studies Andrea Rodriguez: rodriga1@newschool.edu

Bachelor’s Program for Adults and Transfer Students Van Lee: leev@newschool.edu

campus card services

Registrar

newcard@newschool.edu (212) 229-5323 x4472

reghelp@newschool.edu (212) 229-5620

Disability Services

Security Director’s Office

studentdisability@newschool.edu (212) 229-5626

(212) 229-5101

Student Accounts (212) 229-5600

myaccount@newschool.edu (212) 229-8930

Housing

Student Financial Services

universityhousing@newschool.edu (212) 229-5459

sfs@newschool.edu (212) 229-8930

Information Technology

Student Health Services

itservicedesk@newschool.edu

shs@newschool.edu (212) 229-1671

General Information

International Student and Scholar Services

Student Organizations

iss@newschool.edu (212) 229-5592

studentorgs@newschool.edu (212) 229-5687

IT Help Desk

24-Hour Emergency Number

helpdesk@newschool.edu (212) 229-5300 x2828

(212) 229-7001

Welcome to The New School—a community of scholars, designers, writers, and artists who imagine new worlds and dare to bring them into existence.

You won’t sit back and watch the world change; you’ll make it change as you boldly set off on your own path. We’ll help, through innovative programs that combine disciplines ranging from the liberal arts and social sciences to art and design to management and policy and the performing arts. No matter what you’ve come to study at The New School, you’ll question convention, collaborate, take risks, and discover problem-solving methods that will change you forever.