Academics
Notable NYU Alumni
Broad Application Tips
Study Abroad
Why is college important?
100

What is a college major?

an area of study

100

Which Spider-Man actor studied at the NYU Tisch School of the Arts before swinging into superstardom?

Toby Mcguire

100

What is one important part of your college application where you get to share your story?

a college essay/personal statement

100

How many global sites does NYU have? 

14

100

What can college help you become more of, meaning you can take care of yourself and make your own decisions?

independence

200

What is the name of NYU’s business school?

Stern

200

Who is a famous actor that graduated from NYU?

Timothee Chalamet/Adam Sandler/Pedro Pascal

200

What is one way to strengthen your college application?

extracurricular activities or volunteer work

200

Study abroad helps students learn new cultures and languages. This is the word for learning about people from different places?

cultural exchange

200

On average, what do people with a college degree tend to earn more of over time?

money

300

What is that standardized test(s) that many colleges require for admission?

SAT or ACT

300

Which Tisch grad is known for directing Do the Right Thing, trailblazing films and being a professor?

Spike Lee

300

What are good ways of receiving financial assistance to ensure college is accessible for you?

the CSS Profile and FAFSA

300

What is one benefit of having a college degree?

higher earning potential

300

What do people who graduate college often have a better chance of getting?

a job

400

What is the name of the academic record that tracks a student's courses and grades?

transcript

400

Who is the notable actress known for her roles in Abbott Elementary and The Bear?

Ayo Edebiri

400

What do you call extra help you can get if you're struggling in a class?

tutoring

400

Do students have to be undeclared or completed major requirements to study abroad?

No

400

What are groups called that let students meet others with similar interests, like sports, gaming, or music?

 clubs

500

What is the name of the exam that tests knowledge in a specific subject area for college credit?

an AP exam

500

Which comedian and SNL cast member received his MFA from Tisch’s Graduate program?

Chris Parnell

500

What type of financial aid does NOT need to be paid back?

grants

500

What is NYU's largest global campus outside of New York is located in this city in the United Arab Emirates?

Abu Dhabi

500

How many libraries does NYU have in NYC?

7

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