ADMISSIONS & COST
But can I kick it?
Yes you can (with our guidance).
Application Process
Step 1: Undergraduate students must apply through their home college/university for approval to study at NYAP. This is separate from the NYAP application; approval processes vary from school to school. We recommend starting this process as early as possible.
Step 2: Students must complete the NYAP Application through our Acceptd Application Portal. The application will require the following information:
Resume
Transcript
Sample cover letter
1 letter of recommendation
3 work samples (students applying for the Advanced Studio Practicum will be asked to submit a 5-piece portfolio)
Short answer section
Step 3: After your NYAP application is submitted, our staff will reach out to confirm receipt of your materials.
Step 4: You will be asked to schedule an interview with NYAP’s Executive Director after submitting your materials.
Step 5: An admission notification will be sent to you via email once your application has been reviewed. If you are accepted, you will receive instructions on how to proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 6: Students must complete the following by the enrollment deadline to secure their spot in the program:
Submit a $300 Acceptance Fee
Submit a $300 Housing Deposit (refundable)
Sign and submit a Commitment Contract
Submit all required health/safety, housing and liability forms on the student portal
Receive approval to study at NYAP from your home college/university (undergraduate students only)
Step 7: Once you have completed the enrollment requirements listed above, you will be paired with a faculty advisor and can begin the internship placement process.
New York Arts Program is committed to helping our students grow as artists no matter where they come from, what they look like, or how they identify. We strive to make our program accessible to everyone by seeking out internship sponsors who come from diverse backgrounds and who have a far reaching, open and innovative approach to artistic practice.
Application Deadlines
PLEASE NOTE: We strongly encourage students to apply by our First Round Deadline, specifically if you are interested in internships at TV networks, publishing houses, literary agencies or museums. Internships in these fields can be very competitive in NYC and may have early deadlines.
Students who would like to be considered for internships in a competitive field should apply by the first round deadline.
Talk to your Off-Campus Study or Career Services Office and your academic advisor to discuss the timing of your semester and your educational and professional plans. Every college/university has different requirements and deadlines for students to be approved for off-campus study. In some cases, you may need to apply for approval a full year in advance.
SPRING 2026 SEMESTER
Round 1 Deadline: October 1st, 2025
Round 2 Deadline: October 19th, 2025
FALL 2026 SEMESTER
Round 1 Deadline: March 15th, 2026
Round 2 Deadline: March 30th, 2026
Semester Dates
New York Arts Program Spring semester always begins the day after MLK Day. The Fall semester always begins the day after Labor Day
Spring 2026 Orientation
Friday, January 16th
Fall 2026 Orientation
Friday, September 11th
Credit Options
Students receive a full semester’s worth of credit at NYAP by participating in the program requirements (4.5 credit units/16.875 credit hours). The number of courses a student registers for determines how many hours of internship work they do each week to balance the load.
Internship (30hrs per week) - 3.25 OWU units/12.025 credit hours
Internship (20hrs per week) - 2.25 OWU units/8.325 credit hours
Internship (10hrs per week) - 1.25 OWU units/4.625 credit hours
Credits per course - 1 OWU unit/3.7 credit hours
Application Questions?
Call or email us at any point during your application preparation to talk about your interests and discuss the program.
212.563.0255
info@nyartsprogram.org
Who can apply
NY Arts program candidates must demonstrate:
A commitment to overall education and creative practice
An ability to live and work in a collaborative environment
Curiosity and openness to new ideas and experiences
How long do you want to be in NYC?
Come for one semester or make it two! Students have the option to spend the entire academic year working and living in NYC with the New York Arts Program at a discounted cost.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduates: Students must meet the off-campus study approval guidelines set by their colleges to apply to NYAP. Most students attend NYAP in their junior or senior years, however all students who meet NYAP standards will be considered.
Post-Baccs: NYAP considers applicants who have graduated no more than two years from the semester of their proposed attendance.
Local NYC College Students: NYAP offers pay-per-credit options to local NYC students looking for mentored internships and/or seminars in addition to their course load at their home college/university.
Tuition & Fees
FINANCIAL AID
Your home college financial aid/loan package is generally applicable to your NYAP semester. Specific policies vary. Contact your Off-Campus Study or Financial Aid Office for details.
For More Tuition Details:
info@nyartsprogram.org
212.563.0255
THE 1969 FELLOWSHIP
The New York Arts Program offers The 1969 Fellowship, which awards $1,500 to students with exceptional merit and demonstrated financial need. The Fellowship is distributed in stipend payments over the course of the semester in order to offset the cost of living in New York City.
All undergraduate applicants are eligible to apply for financial assistance through the 1969 Fellowship on their application to the Program. An additional written statement is required to explain why the applicant would benefit from the fellowship. Applicants must also provide a copy of their official aid offer from their home institution, along with a letter from their financial aid office stating the amount of their aid package that is applicable to NYAP tuition.
TUITION
Tuition for 15-week semester (16.875 credit hours)
$18,000
Tuition for 10-week trimester (10.75 credit hours)
$12,000
FEES
Acceptance Fee (student’s responsibility)
$300
HOUSING
Student Housing
$7,300
Housing security deposit
(student’s responsibility, refundable)
$300
OTHER EXPENSES
Food, local transportation, laundry, etc. are the student’s responsibility.
A sample of average monthly expenses:
Transportation
$132 (monthly Metrocard)
Groceries & Dining
$350 – $550/month
Books, Museum Admissions, Performances, etc.
$100 - $250/month
YEAR-LONG STUDENTS
Students can enroll for two semesters at a discounted price
Tuition (for two semesters)
Housing (for two semesters)
Acceptance fee
$32,000
$14,600
$300
POST-BACCALAUREATE STUDENTS
Tuition (no credit)
Housing (optional)
Housing Security Deposit (refundable)
$10,000
$7,300
$300
LOCAL NYC COLLEGE STUDENTS
$6,000 (6 credit hours)
Internship Option 1 (16 hours per week):
$4,000 (4 credit hours)
Internship Option 2 (8 hours per week):
Managing College and Billing Procedures
Undergraduate Student Billing:
The New York Arts Program will bill your home college for tuition and housing unless you are paying directly for either tuition and/or housing. Check with your home college bursar to understand their policy on billing for the NY Arts Program.
Post Graduate Student Billing:
The New York Arts Program will bill you directly for both your tuition and housing. Please note that tuition and housing must be paid prior to internship placements.
Cancellation Policy:
Fall Semester
To receive a refund for tuition and/or housing, students must notify NYAP of their withdrawal in writing no later than April 15. There will be no refunds of housing or tuition after April 15th.
Spring Semester
To receive a refund for tuition and/or housing, students must notify NYAP of their withdrawal in writing no later than November 5. There will be no refunds of housing or tuition after November 5.