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The NYU-SCPS Office of Admissions carefully weighs each component of your application during the admissions review process. We use this approach to evaluate your ability to benefit from and contribute to the dynamic learning environment and the challenging curriculum that the School offers.

The following criteria will help you to better understand the admissions process and the types of information that are required to be submitted to the Office of Admissions in addition to your completed online application.

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Personal Statement

Evaluated for evidence of an applicant’s motivation for admission and fit for the program. Key indicators include:

  • Demonstrable progress in your academic and/or professional career
  • Clearly articulated goals and objectives that align with the mission of the program
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Recommendations (two letters)

Evaluated for evidence of potential success during your course of study at NYU-SCPS and after graduation. Key indicators include:

  • Professional achievements
  • Contributions made on the job
  • Skills developed and knowledge acquired on the job as well as challenge areas
  • Professional and/or academic recommendations
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Résumé

Evaluated for experience and skills, which would allow for academic and professional success. We consider the following when assessing your field-related experience:

  • Professional experience—either full-time or part-time job in the industry or relevant internship(s)
  • Career changers also are evaluated for the transferrable skills they have developed in their current profession
  • Public service engagements
  • Professional associations/affiliations
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Academic Background

Evaluated by reviewing your transcripts from all prior colleges and universities attended.
Performance in relevant course work is evaluated as well as achievement levels in your academic career.

(Note: Successful candidates normally meet the recommended 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA.)

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Standardized Tests

Specifically the GRE or GMAT, are not required upon submission of your application. However, submission of these test scores:

  • Is optional should you wish to provide further evidence of academic potential.
  • May be required for a thorough evaluation. The Admissions Committee therefore reserves the right to request a test score.

(Note: Successful candidates have met the recommended combined score of 310 or 1100 on the GRE or 550 on the GMAT.)

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Interviews

Are not required. However, the Admissions Committee may request an interview after reviewing your application. If you are invited for an interview, it will then be a required component of the application process.

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Application Fee

Of $150 must be included with your application. The fee for an online application can only be paid by major credit card.

International Students

International applicants greatly enrich our community and are encouraged to apply. Additional criteria for international students include:

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Evaluation of Foreign Educational Credentials

If requested by the Office of Admissions, to verify transcript equivalency to the U.S. educational system for admission and transfer credit purposes. Evaluations are acceptable only from evaluation services recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Please request a course-by-course evaluation.

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Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Scores

TOEFL scores are required for applicants who did not complete an undergraduate degree in the United States or in a country where the only primary language is English.

  • Minimum scores are 100 on the Internet-based test, 250 on the computer-based test, or 600 on the paper-based test.
  • Applicants who fall below these minimums may be selected to undergo additional review of their English language skills through the NYU-SCPS American Language Institute (ALI).
  • IELTS can be submitted in place of the TOEFL; the recommended minimum score is a 7.0.

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