FAQs
Need to know more about the BS program?
We hope that we have answered your questions below. If you don’t find what you need, please email us at: silver.bs@nyu.edu.
All undergraduate applications are submitted to and reviewed by the University Admissions department.
Students who thrive at Silver are kind, empathic, welcoming, and curious. Silver students like to challenge themselves academically and are open to new viewpoints and experiences. Students come to Silver to create lasting friendships and learn how they can make change in the world. The Silver community values relationships and the dignity of every person, which is what makes such a special place to be. Silver students are amazing and inspiring!
Yes! All social work majors take Liberal Arts and core requirements throughout NYU. That’s the great thing about being part of NYU, there are so many interesting classes to choose from.
Nearly all social work classes are held in three connected historic townhouses located at 1 Washington Square North in the heart of Greenwich Village.
No, Silver does not offer any college credits for life experience.
NYU Admissions and the Undergraduate Program will evaluate your transcript to determine if they can accept credits from your previous school and if possible, will take up to a maximum of 64 credits. The Undergraduate Program can also create an academic course plan for accepted students prior to enrollment.
Yes, we do accept some AP/IB exam scores which can be applied to your degree progress. If you have taken AP/IB exams and would like your scores to be considered, be sure to have your transcript sent to the admissions office.
Absolutely. With careful planning, students can double major or minor in a specific area if they choose. You can find more information about some of the many minor options offered through the College of Arts and Sciences.