Review of Parsons School of Design at The New School
from Merced, CA
Describe your college in three sentences.
Parsons is really geared towards creative people. You don't need talent to go here, just potential. You must always be willing to learn and have an open mind.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Work on your portfolio! I worked for two years on mine, so I could submit only my best work. Prepare to work hard too, your professors only want your best.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Time management is key, but there is a lot of work.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Nice dorms but SUPER expensive. But great if you don't know the area.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Lang is the best for sushi. Always go to Arnold hall for the best hot food- you won't even know a lot of it is vegetarian/vegan! All the food containers are also compostable!
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are lots of free activities: movie screenings, rock climbing, and even ski trips!
Parsons is really geared towards creative people. You don't need talent to go here, just potential. You must always be willing to learn and have an open mind.
Work on your portfolio! I worked for two years on mine, so I could submit only my best work. Prepare to work hard too, your professors only want your best.
Time management is key, but there is a lot of work.
Nice dorms but SUPER expensive. But great if you don't know the area.
Lang is the best for sushi. Always go to Arnold hall for the best hot food- you won't even know a lot of it is vegetarian/vegan! All the food containers are also compostable!
There are lots of free activities: movie screenings, rock climbing, and even ski trips!