

A Fiercely Practical Approach to Education
Deeply committed to your success, DAUS has meticulously designed its degrees to ensure a rigorous, hands-on learning experience. Apply theory to real-world problems and design effective solutions.


Message from the Dean

In DAUS programs, you’ll be immersed in professionally relevant learning focused on the application of in-demand skills with access to career support to connect you to the boundless opportunities within and beyond New York City. Indeed, 95% of NYU graduates are employed after graduation, and all DAUS programs teach enduring skills that not only jumpstart your next professional success, but give you the adaptability and flexibility to change with and fulfill the jobs of the future.
I am delighted you are considering DAUS, and the Associate Dean’s office is here and ready to help you find the right program and plan for your goals in life and work.
Douglas Harrison, Associate Dean
Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies
Beyond the Classroom
Our Network in Action
Flexible Pathways
Prospective students considering DAUS degrees need options for higher education that match their needs. We see you and offer flexible pathways into NYU.
Start at NYU
If you graduated high school, you can enroll as early as the spring semester following your graduation.

Transfer or Degree Completion
If you have earned some college credits, finish a degree with us whether you are transferring directly or have been out of school a while. We make it easy to use credits you have earned elsewhere toward an NYU degree. Transfer up to 80 credits for a bachelor’s and 30 for an associate degree.

Credit for Prior Learning
You may be eligible to earn credit for prior learning, including apprenticeships, on-the-job experience, military training or via exams like the College Board Examination Program (CLEP) testing, Foreign language proficiency testing, and Advanced Placement (AP) examinations.

Online, Onsite, or Hybrid
All of our degrees can be completed fully online or onsite. Or you can choose a hybrid mix of online and onsite classes.

Career Pathways Bridge Program
High school graduates can get college- and career-ready with work-based learning and paid internship experiences, a two-year scholarship for an associate’s degree, academic advising, peer mentoring, and more.

Earn and Learn
Explore the variety of ways DAUS can help you gain work experience, get paid, and learn at the same time. We partner with organizations offering internships, co-op programs, work study options, and apprenticeships. And many employers provide tuition assistance for degree programs like ours.

The Workplace Learning Innovation Lab
Our Workplace Learning Lab taps into the vast ecosystem of employers and community-based organizations that are interested in helping students gain the skills they need. Together with an array of partners, from the public to private sector, we develop opportunities for you to gain work experience and future-proof skills in the classroom and through work-based learning before you enter the job market.
Admissions Simplified
With seamless credit transfer, generous scholarships, simplified admissions and professional advising, DAUS is dedicated to supporting your journey.
No Admissions Tests Required
Our admissions process does not require any admissions tests. Focus on your passion and potential as we prioritize a holistic review of your application. Check out our video series to learn more.

Instant Decision Days
We make the application process simple with opportunities for an instant decision on the spot.

Guaranteed Admissions
For applicants meeting certain academic criteria, we guarantee admission. There’s no need to wait for the acceptance letter.
