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    NYU Precollege

    New York, United States

    About NYU Precollege

    NYU Precollege is New York University's precollege initiative for high school students. Students take credit-bearing college courses, study alongside NYU undergraduates, and experience university life in New York City. Academic advising and college readiness resources support exploration across arts, business, STEM, humanities, and social sciences.

    Teaching style

    Students take actual NYU college courses alongside undergraduates and meet the same academic standards. Teaching varies by subject and can include studio projects, practical problems, collaborative work, and learning through New York City. Academic advisers help students select courses.

    Reputation & Succeed take

    NYU positions Precollege around its university reputation, rigorous college coursework, and access to NYU faculty. Provider-published student testimonials describe engaging academic interests and connecting with others. The supplied evidence contains no independent reviews or provider-specific rankings.

    Our take

    NYU Precollege is a strong fit for students who want to test their readiness for college through credit-bearing coursework and experience life in New York City. Its academic expectations and emphasis on independence deserve careful consideration. Participation does not guarantee admission to NYU.

    Its defining features are actual NYU college coursework alongside university students, the opportunity to earn college credit, and access to New York City as a learning environment. Academic advising and College 101 workshops add support for exploring subjects and preparing college applications.

    Who this provider suits

    Who should choose them

    Rising high school juniors and seniors who want college credit, are ready for university academic expectations, and want to explore subjects while experiencing New York City. International students can apply, subject to English proficiency and other applicable requirements.

    Who it may not suit

    Students seeking guaranteed admission to NYU or a low-demand academic experience should consider other options. Applicants interested in journalism should also assess their written English, because the provider describes most journalism courses as writing intensive.

    Frequently asked questions

    The primary summer page describes NYU Precollege as serving rising 11th and 12th graders. The journalism precollege FAQ identifies current high school sophomores and juniors as eligible to apply.

    Yes. The primary provider page advertises 2 to 8 college credits. Students take college-level courses, and the journalism precollege FAQ allows up to 8 credits per session.

    Yes. International applicants must provide proof of English language proficiency. Check NYU's international student requirements for language and visa information.

    Yes. The provider's precollege FAQ directs students to NYU Summer Housing for details.

    No. NYU explicitly states that Precollege does not guarantee admission to any of its schools or colleges.

    Academic advisers can help students choose courses. NYU also describes a College 101 workshop series covering applications, essays, recommendations, and admissions terminology.

    Programs by NYU Precollege

    College Writing WorkshopProgram
    Applications open
    NYU Precollege

    College Writing Workshop

    Organised by NYU Precollege

    Creative Writing

    Location

    Multiple locations

    Duration

    5 weeks

    NYU PrecollegeProgram
    Applications open
    NYU Precollege

    NYU Precollege

    Organised by NYU Precollege

    ArtBusiness & Economics+3 more

    Dates

    September 2026 to May 2027, 2 sessions

    Location

    Multiple locations

    Duration

    Varies by term