School Counselor Newsletter
Important Information & Reminders
Updated March 2026
Students can earn a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just five years—saving to 36% on tuition. The traditional cost of a graduate degree is about $50,400 ($1,680 per credit for 30 credits). Through our 4+1 program, students can complete 9 graduate credits as an undergraduate, saving $15,120.
With more than 30 B.S. with Accelerated M.S. (4+1) options across our schools, students can fast‑track their education and build the skills needed for tomorrow’s careers.
Visit our Accelerated (4+1) Master’s Degree Options page to explore the right accelerated program for your students.
Special events designed just for admitted students to help them get ready for their next steps with admissions and financial aid. Students will learn how to register for classes, tour the campus with our student ambassadors, meet faculty and current students from their major, and explore the clubs and organizations that make campus life exciting.
Visit the Admitted Students page to learn more about our Admitted Student Days.
College costs can feel confusing—tuition is just one piece of the puzzle. Our new AI-generated podcast (Experiencing Sticker Shock?) breaks down the true bottom line of a New York Tech education, helping students and families understand the difference between direct costs (like tuition and fees) and indirect costs (like living and personal expenses).
Listen to our Financial Aid Podcast: Experiencing Sticker Shock? to learn more.
College can be challenging, and even a quick check‑in from a supportive family member can make a real difference in a student’s day. To help parents and families stay connected and informed throughout their student’s academic journey, we’ve develped a Parent Guide. It highlights key academic support services, available financial resources, student life opportunities, and the many wellness services designed to help students thrive.
Explore the Parent Guide: Academic Support and learn more about supporting a student’s academic journey.
Startup Tech Central is the new home of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy—a dynamic hub offering maker spaces, mentorship programs, and startup training. In addition to a $5 million venture fund, Start Tech Central gives New York Tech’s emerging entrepreneurs a dedicated space to turn bold ideas into real‑world impact. With hands‑on experiences, expert guidance, and cutting‑edge resources across our NYC and Long Island campuses, the Academy empowers innovators to develop revolutionary technologies and launch high‑potential ventures.
Learn more about Startup Tech Central and its official opening.
Through the Center for Future Business Leaders, New York Tech’s School of Management is offering two options for high schools students this spring:
High School Business Academy (HSBA): Our Manhattan campus offers nine sessions where high school students explore real‑world applications of AI, analytics, and emerging technologies in business. Through hands‑on projects, group challenges, and interactive discussions, students discover how next‑gen tech is reshaping industries and creating new career paths.
Business Bootcamp: Offered free to all high school students, our bootcamps provide college‑level workshops taught by expert faculty. Students gain valuable skills to strengthen their résumés and prepare for college and careers. Attend individual sessions or all—each completed bootcamp earns a New York Tech School of Management certificate.
The New York Tech Advance program provides high school students the opportunity to take university-approved courses that award college credit upon completion. These courses count toward high school graduation and also give students a head start on their college education at a discounted rate.
Review our Frequently Asked Questions page or contact nyitadvance@nyit.edu for more information.
Whether your students prefer the energetic buzz of New York City or the peaceful tranquility of Long Island’s Gold Coast, New York Tech provides a safe, clean, living-learning environment where students can flourish in meeting their academic goals.
New York City: 525 Lexington Avenue: Our Manhattan residence hall at 525 Lexington, Turtle Bay, is just a short walk or ride from campus. Operated by Found Study, it offers modern, safe housing with 24/7 security, professional staff, resident assistants, a fitness center, communal kitchens, laundry facilities, and dedicated study and social spaces.
Long Island: 120 Jericho Turnpike: Our residence hall at 120 Jericho Turnpike in Jericho is just a 10‑minute drive from campus. With professional staff, resident assistants, study rooms, a fitness center, laundry facilities, a swimming pool, and shuttle service, it offers a comfortable and convenient Long Island living option.
Exploring our New York City and Long Island campuses has never been easier or more accessible. Our new virtual tours are interactive, immersive, and engaging and they allow students to experience student life from anywhere in the world. Prospective students can stroll through our exciting campuses, view our state-of-the-art research laboratories, spacious classrooms, and athletic facilities—all from their laptop or phone.
Whether it’s walking through lively student centers, checking out residence halls, or exploring the libraries and green spaces, our virtual tours are designed to capture the energy of student events, showcase our welcoming atmosphere, and display the vibrant community that makes our campuses so unique. Our virtual tours are easy to navigate and designed to spark curiosity about the opportunities awaiting our prospective students.
Discover cutting-edge labs and research spaces, meet program faculty and current students to learn about courses and projects, discover internship, research, and career opportunities in the field, and participate in hands-on demonstrations that showcase real-world applications.
Visit our Program-Specific Campus Tour page to register for an upcoming tour.
Regardless of whether students are just starting their research, visiting universities, or are ready to submit their applications, New York Tech provides a flexible and accessible admissions process. We review applications for both admissions and automatic scholarship decisions on a rolling basis, as long as space remains available in our incoming class. Students can apply and receive a decision at their convenience. In addition, we offer test-optional admission to our first-year applicants.
New York Tech Awarded $2.5 Million to Advance Civil Discourse on Campuses
New York Tech has received the U.S. Department of Education Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education Special Projects Program Grant, which will support efforts to drive student success through building civil discourse across the university’s campuses.
Student Entrepreneurs Share Big Ideas
Students gathered at the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy’s Startup Tech Central to present their startup companies at the third NESTS FlyOff event.
Study: VR Helps Children With Autism Participate in Exercise and Sportssith AI
A new study by researchers from the School of Health Professions and College of Osteopathic Medicine demonstrates how virtual reality (VR) can help children with autism spectrum disorder participate in exercise.
“Envisioning” More Inclusive Eyewear
As part of a collaborative initiative between New York Tech and the global eyewear company Marcolin, students from the School of Architecture and Design and NYITCOM teamed up to develop potential eyewear solutions for neurodivergent populations.
Innovation in Rehabilitation
Occupational therapy student Nihar Gediya developed a rehabilitative device during a fieldwork placement, fueling his passion for arm and hand therapy treatment.
On-Campus Information Sessions
Encourage your students to join us on campus to learn about undergraduate programs, the admissions and financial aid process, and participate in a question-and-answer session with our student ambassadors. Then, take a tour of the campus.
Long Island Campus
Saturday, April 18, 10 to 11 a.m. EST – Register
New York City Campus
Saturday, April 18, 10 to 11 a.m. EST – Register
Virtual Information Sessions
Students can get the opportunity to learn more about New York Tech’s undergraduate programs, the admissions and financial aid process, and more in one of our upcoming virtual information sessions.
Tuesday, March 11, 5 to 6 p.m. EST – Register
Wednesday, March 25, 10 to 11 a.m. EST – Register
Students can get the opportunity to learn more about New York Tech’s undergraduate programs, the admissions and financial aid process, and more in one of our upcoming virtual information sessions.
Is your department, building, district, or organization seeking professional development opportunities? We may be able to help. Previous professional development workshops have included school counselor roundtables and current trends in admissions, mental health awareness, AI and its role in education, among others. Additionally, our faculty are experts in their field and often speak on a variety of topics. (View recent faculty and staff accomplishments for more information.) If you have any questions, email mhicks01@nyit.edu.