HOW TO APPLY TO NYFA 1-YEAR, 2-YEAR, AFA, BA, BFA, MA, MFA
- Click APPLY NOW on nyfa.edu and click on UNDERGRADUATE, GRADUATE, 1-YEAR & 2-YEAR PROGRAMS
- You will be prompted to sign up for the NYFA Applicant Portal. Click the sign up button
- Create your applicant portal login with the email you will be using during the entire admissions process
- After sign up, an email will be sent to the email provided to set a password. Complete the sign up process
- After signing into your personal applicant portal choose your program, start date and location to begin
- Fill out the application form in full, and be prepared to pay the non refundable $75 application fee by credit card.
- You do NOT have to have all the supplemental admissions requirements ready in order to submit an application – they can be uploaded to the portal at a later date.
- Once the application has been processed, you will be assigned a NYFA Admissions Representative who will assist you personally through the application and enrollment process
- If you did not upload your supplemental admissions requirements during the application process, you will be able to upload all needed documents directly to your applicant portal. You can see a full list of admissions requirements here.
- Once all documents have been submitted, your application will be reviewed for acceptance and you will receive your acceptance decision via email
- You will be automatically reviewed for the Talent Based Award and receive that decision via email as well. If needed, you can work directly with your NYFA Admissions Representative to apply for further institutional discounts. You can find a list of potential discounts here.
- If needed, you will work directly with the Financial Aid Office (domestic students) to finalize your financial aid process.
- International students will work directly with the International Student Office in order to receive the documents needed to apply for your F1 Student Visa
- A $500 deposit is required to hold your spot in the course
- As the start date gets closer, you will be sent a link to registration forms that must be filled out to complete your enrollment
- Full payment for the first semester is due 30 days before the start date
If you have an application fee waiver for 1-YEAR, 2-YEAR, AFA, BA, BFA, MA, MFA:
- Click APPLY NOW on nyfa.edu and click on UNDERGRADUATE, GRADUATE, 1-YEAR & 2-YEAR PROGRAMS
- You will be prompted to sign up for the NYFA Applicant Portal. Click the sign up button
- Create your applicant portal login with the email you will be using during the entire admissions process
- After sign up, an email will be sent to the email provided to set a password. Complete the sign up process
- After signing into your personal applicant portal choose your program, start date and location to begin
- Once your application is started, let your admissions representative know and they will waive your application fee in the back end of our system.
- You do NOT have to have all the supplemental admissions requirements ready in order to submit an application – they can be uploaded to the portal at a later date.
- Once the application has been processed, you will be assigned a NYFA Admissions Representative who will assist you personally through the application and enrollment process
- If you did not upload your supplemental admissions requirements during the application process, you will be able to upload all needed documents directly to your applicant portal. You can see a full list of admissions requirements here.
- Once all documents have been submitted, your application will be reviewed for acceptance and you will receive your acceptance decision via email
- You will be automatically reviewed for the Talent Based Award and receive that decision via email as well. If needed, you can work directly with your NYFA Admissions Representative to apply for further institutional discounts. You can find a list of potential discounts here.
- If needed, you will work directly with the Financial Aid Office (domestic students) to finalize your financial aid process.
- International students will work directly with the International Student Office in order to receive the documents needed to apply for your F1 Student Visa
- A $500 deposit is required to hold your spot in the course
- As the start date gets closer, you will be sent a link to registration forms that must be filled out to complete your enrollment
- Full payment is due 30 days before the start date
HOW TO APPLY TO NYFA Adult Short Term Programs1, 4, 6, 8 & 12 week programs
- Click APPLY NOW on nyfa.edu and click on SHORT TERM PROGRAMS (1-12 WEEKS)
- Fill out the application and be prepared to pay the non refundable $50 application fee by credit card (be sure to provide a valid email address on the form, as all communication regarding your application will be sent via email.)
- Once the application has been processed, you will be assigned a NYFA Admissions Representative who will assist you personally through the application and enrollment process
- After the application is submitted and the fee is paid an email will be sent to the email you used to apply that will provide you with the links to upload your proof of high school or college graduation. If applicable, you will also need to provide a notarized English translation of the educational documents if the original is not in English and you will need to upload your proof of English proficiency. You can see a full list of admissions requirements here.
- A $500 deposit is required to hold your spot in the course
- As the start date gets closer, you will be sent a link to registration forms that must be filled out to complete your enrollment
- Full payment is due 30 days before the start date
If you have an application fee waiver 1, 4, 6, 8 & 12 week programs
- You will use a special link that will be provided to you by a NYFA Admissions Representative and a unique code that will be used to waive the application fee.
- Fill out the application(be sure to provide a valid email address on the form, as all communication regarding your application will be sent via email.)
- Once the application has been processed, you will be assigned a NYFA Admissions Representative who will assist you personally through the application and enrollment process
- After the application is submitted and the fee is paid an email will be sent to the email you used to apply that will provide you with the links to upload your proof of high school or college graduation. If applicable, you will also need to provide a notarized English translation of the educational documents if the original is not in English and you will need to upload your proof of English proficiency. You can see a full list of admissions requirements here.
- A $500 deposit is required to hold your spot in the course
- As the start date gets closer, you will be sent a link to registration forms that must be filled out to complete your enrollment
- Full payment is due 30 days before the start date
HOW TO APPLY TO NYFA ONLINE PROGRAMS
- Click APPLY NOW on nyfa.edu and click on SHORT TERM PROGRAMS (1-12 WEEKS)
- Fill out the application and be prepared to pay the non refundable $50 application fee by credit card (be sure to provide a valid email address on the form, as all communication regarding your application will be sent via email.)
- Once the application has been processed, you will be assigned a NYFA Admissions Representative who will assist you personally through the application and enrollment process
- After the application is submitted and the fee is paid an email will be sent to the email you used to apply that will provide you with the links to upload your proof of high school or college graduation. If applicable, you will also need to provide a notarized English translation of the educational documents if the original is not in English. You can see a full list of admissions requirements here.
- A $500 deposit is required to hold your spot in the course
- As the start date gets closer, you will be sent a link to registration forms that must be filled out to complete your enrollment
- Full payment is due 30 days before the start date
HOW TO APPLY TO NYFA TEEN AND KIDS PROGRAMS
- Click APPLY NOW on nyfa.edu and click on TEEN CAMPS (Age 14-17) SUMMER, ONLINE AND WEEKEND OR KIDS CAMPS (AGE 10-13) SUMMER, ONLINE AND WEEKEND
- Fill out the application and be prepared to pay the non refundable $25 application fee by credit card (be sure to provide a valid email address on the form, as all communication regarding your application will be sent via email.)
- Once the application has been processed, you will be assigned a NYFA Admissions Representative who will assist you personally through the application and enrollment process
- To secure a spot in the course, you will need to pay a non-refundable $500 deposit, an email will be sent to you with a link in order for you to pay
- A couple months before the program starts you will be sent a link to registration forms that must be filled out to complete your enrollment
- Full payment is due 30 days before the start date
HOW TO APPLY TO NYFA As an international student
- Follow the instructions to apply for the correct program using the information above
- After you have been accepted into the program, you will be contacted by the International Student Office informing you of the documents you need to submit in order to receive the documents (called a Form I20) needed to apply for your F1 Student Visa
- You will need to pay the $500 deposit in order to receive the Form I20
- Register your I20 with the US Government using the instructions given to you by the International Student Office
- Make your appointment with the US Embassy in your country
HOW TO APPLY TO NYFA As a Veteran, Active-Duty Service Member, or Military Dependent
- Follow the instructions to apply for the correct program using the information above, s a veteran, active-duty service member, or military dependent, you are eligible for an application fee waiver. When you reach the payment section of the application, simply let us know, and we will ensure the fee is waived on your behalf.
- After you have been accepted into the program, you will be assigned an Veterans Admissions Representative you will need to provide specific documents based on your military status if you plan to use VA education benefits:
For Veterans:
- Copy of your DD-214
- Copy of your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) for VA education benefits
For Active-Duty Service Members:
- Copy of your most recent Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
- Copy of your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) or proof of benefit eligibility
- Command approval letter may be required depending on branch and benefit used
For Military Dependents:
- Copy of your Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
- Sponsor’s information (e.g., name and last four digits of SSN or DoD ID number)
- As the start date gets closer, you will be sent a link to registration forms that must be filled out to complete your enrollment