The New School overview

Q. What is the main Achievements/USP of The New School?

The New School's USP/achievements are that it is the only university in the world where a world-renowned design school, a progressive liberal arts college, a prestigious performing arts college, and legendary graduate programs and colleges come together to find new ways to create a more just, more beautiful, and better-designed world. As a New School student, you can take classes from all of the school's colleges and disciplines, and immerse yourself in a variety of fields of study pertaining to your interests. The advantages of academic independence are immeasurable.

Q. What is the ranking of The New School?

• The New School is ranked among the top 500 universities in the world by QS.
• The Parsons School of Design at The New School has been ranked first among the top art and design institutions in the United States by QS ranking 2022.
• The Parsons School of Design at The New School has been named the nation's top art and design school for alumni salary earnings (Pay Scale, 2020)
• The New School is ranked 136th among the finest universities in the United States, according to US News. Top 165 universities in terms of value for money, and top 179 in terms of social mobility.

Q. What is The New School famous for?

As a prominent academic centre, The New School has redrawn and redefined the boundaries of intellectual and creative thought since its foundation in 1919. Its rigorous, multifaceted educational approach aims to break down barriers between subjects and cultivate progressive minds.

Q. Is New York a large city?

With a total size of 12,093 km2, New York is the world's largest city (4,669 mi2). The estimated population of New York is 20,870,000, making it the most populous city in the United States. Eight of the top 10 worldwide cities by area are located in the United States.

Q. What’s the weather like around The New School?

Summers in New York City are hot, humid, and rainy; winters are very cold, snowy, and windy; and it is partly cloudy all year. The temperature normally ranges from 28°F to 85°F throughout the year, with temperatures rarely falling below 14°F or rising over 92°F.

Q. Who are the top alumni of The New School?

The notable alumni of The New School include-

• Shimon Peres ( Nobel laureate for peace, Ex president of Israel)
• Ruth Westheimer
• Franklin Delano Roosevelt III (Economist)
• Hage Geingob( Ex- Namibian president)
•  Chris Hughes ( Co-founder of Facebook)
• Will Wright  ( Creator of The Sims)
• Tennessee Williams ( Pulitzer Prize winner- two time and Tony Award-winner- three time)