How to Apply: First-Year

• College of Arts & Sciences
  • Applied and Computational Mathematics, B.S.
  • Digital Arts, B.F.A.
  • Graphic Design, B.F.A.
  • Life Sciences, B.S. / Occupational Therapy, M.S.
  • Life Sciences, B.S. / Osteopathic Medicine, D.O.
  • Life Sciences, B.S. / Physical Therapy, D.P.T.
  • Life Sciences, B.S. / Physician Assistant Studies, M.S.
• School of Architecture & Design
  • Architectural Technology, B.S.A.T.
  • Architecture, B.Arch.
  • Interior Design, B.F.A.
• College of Engineering & Computing Sciences
  • Electrical & Computer Engineering, B.S.
  • Mechanical Engineering, B.S.
• School of Health Professions
  • Nursing, B.S.

Complete the Common Application. There is a $50 nonrefundable application fee.

First-time first-year applicants may choose to submit their application without standardized test scores to be considered for admission to New York Institute of Technology. We conduct a comprehensive evaluation of each applicant’s school records, essays, recommendations, and any other information provided through the admissions process. Some academic programs require test scores. Review our test-optional policy.

If you are submitting your SAT (critical reading and math only) or ACT test scores: We will review applications with self-reported test scores, which may be used as a basis for admission. Official test scores must be received prior to the start of your first semester.
NYIT SAT Code: 2561; NYIT ACT Code: 2832

If you choose to be a test-optional applicant: You will have the opportunity to choose your preferences when you submit the Common Application or the New York Tech Online Application. You will be required to submit two letters of recommendation. We may require test-optional applicants to submit a graded essay from any class. An additional essay prompt may be required for international applicants without a graded essay in English. 

We prefer electronic submission of documents. Please submit your documents electronically to ensure efficient processing. We participate in several electronic transcripts networks: National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment Exchange, Scoir, and eSCRIP-SAFE. If your prior institution does not participate with one of our networks, they may send an electronic official transcript directly to admissions@nyit.edu. If you recently submitted supporting documents, please allow the Office of Admissions at least 2-4 weeks to process your materials.

• Transcripts: Copies of transcripts of all high school transcripts, AP, IB, and A-Level test scores, and transcripts for any college-level coursework will be required during the admission process. Your mid-year and final grades will also be required. All final, official transcripts must be received by the Office of Admissions prior to the start of your first semester.

Submit documents.

Choose one of the following essay topics.

• Tell us about your career goals and why attending New York Tech would further these goals.
• Describe the achievement of which you are most proud and why.
• If you are applying to the occupational therapy, osteopathic medicine, nursing, physician assistant studies, or physical therapy programs, explain your desire to work in this field.   

We may require test-optional applicants to submit a graded essay from any class. An additional essay prompt may be required for international applicants without a graded essay in English.

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Throughout the admission process, you can check on the status of your application. We will communicate with you via email regarding missing documents required for your application. If you recently submitted these items, please allow 2-4 weeks for us to process these materials.

Depending on how long you have been away from New York Institute of Technology, different requirements apply for readmission.

Find out more about readmission