Admitted Students

Congratulations on your offer of admission to NYU Shanghai's Class of 2028!

We are thrilled to welcome you to the NYU Shanghai family. Each year, NYU’s applicant pool becomes larger and more competitive, and you should be very proud of your accomplishment. On this page, you’ll find important information about the steps you need to take to confirm your enrollment at NYU Shanghai. You'll also learn about our admitted student activities and how to complete other relevant items so you're all set by the first day of classes.

Admitted Student Portal

Access your Home Base to stay on track, stay hyped, and find important information about student life, housing, academics, and more. Use your NYU NetID and password to log in. 
*Look for an email titled "Your NYU ID Numbers and Status Page" if you don't remember it.

Respond to Your Offer of Admission and Confirm Your Enrollment

First thing’s first: Let’s make this thing official. 

Go to NYUAlbert and click on “View Application Status.” Click on "Admitted Student's Portal." Then click "Accept/Decline" and submit your non-refundable enrollment deposit by credit card or electronic check for US citizens or permanent residents and by wire transfer for non-US citizens to reserve your place in the class.

Deadlines to accept our offer and join NYU Shanghai Class of 2028:

  • Early Decision I: January 10
  • Early Decision II: March 1
  • Regular Decision: May 1

Please respond to your offer of admission by the deadlines stated above. After the deadline passes, we may relinquish your place in the class. Keep in mind, if you accept our offer, you must withdraw any applications you have pending at other colleges or universities.

If you have any issues submitting your payment, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at shanghai.admissions@nyu.edu.

Set Up Your NYU Email And Enroll in Multi-Factor Authentication

Email is an important tool NYU uses to pass along critical information about the enrollment process. Soon after you confirm your enrollment, you’ll be assigned an NYU email address and given instructions on how to create your account. Once created, please check your email regularly. Contact NYU’s global IT Service Desk at AskIT@nyu.edu if you have trouble creating your account.

NYU uses Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to help protect your sensitive information online. Visit start.nyu.edu to enroll in MFA.

Submit Your Final Transcripts
 
Send your final transcripts to NYU's Office of Undergraduate Admissions by July 15, 2024 to meet our proof of graduation policy. If not, it is likely that you won't be allowed to register for fall courses and you'll be dropped from your pre-registered courses. An extension, though, will be granted to students outside the U.S. whose secondary schools operate on a different schedule.  
 
For Students Attending Non-U.S. Institutions: All matriculated students who have attended an institution outside of the United States are required to have their final graduation documents authenticated by our partner, Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE). Please review our Proof of Graduation Requirements for Students Attending Non-US. Institutions for instructions.
 
 
Notice for all admitted students: Please do not mail any documents to Shanghai, China.
 
Admitted Student Events

Class of 2028 Admitted Students

We are hosting a variety of exciting events - both in-person and virtual - to help you connect with our community and get all your questions answered. There will also be space for you to get to know your fellow admitted students, and for your parents to have a chance to engage with us.  For events requiring advanced registration, you will be able to do so via your Home Base (NYU admitted student website) after April 1.

Admitted Student Weekend

April 26th and April 27th

Experience a warm welcome to the NYU Shanghai community during our Admitted Student Weekend. This event, held at our Qiantan campus, is designed to provide admitted students and their families with a comprehensive introduction to life at NYU Shanghai. From engaging sessions to campus exploration, and even experiencing life in the vibrant city of Shanghai, this weekend offers a unique blend of activities aimed at fostering connections and providing insights into the NYU Shanghai experience.

Advanced registration required via Home Base.

 

Instagram Takeover
April 2nd, 4th, 9th, 11th, 16th, and 18th

Join us for a series of Instagram takeovers where current students will be posting scenes of their daily life, as well as answering all your burning questions about what it’s like to live and study in one of the world’s most exciting cities! 

You can access the takeovers by following @nyushanghai on Instagram.

 

NYU Shanghai Facebook Live Campus Tour and Q&A
Friday, April 12 at 08:00 PM Eastern Time

Wondering what's inside of our campus? Join our current students as they take you on a Facebook Live campus tour to discover academic spaces, explore laboratories, and search out the fantastic fitness center, etc.. Everything within a campus which is located at one of the most popular locations of the city! 

Please join the NYU Shanghai Class of 2028 Facebook group to join this live tour. 

 

NYU Shanghai @ Weekend on the Square in NYC 

Saturday, April 13th, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern Time

Experience the vibrant spirit of NYU Shanghai during our Weekend on the Square event at the NYU New York Campus. This in-person gathering offers admitted students and their families a unique opportunity to connect with our community and engage in insightful discussions with current students and faculty members. Join us for an enriching event that bridges the gap between campuses and showcases the diverse and inclusive nature of our university community.
Advanced registration required via Home Base.

Connect With Us

Now that you've received your offer of admission it's likely that you have questions, want to meet current students, and/or talk with staff members from across the University. Check out the ways to connect with us below:

 

Chat 1-on-1 with Admissions and/or Current Students

Interested in talking with a current NYU Shanghai student about their experience? Have questions for one of our admissions representatives? Sign up for a 1-on-1 virtual chat by filling out the form on your Home Base. Someone from the NYU Shanghai community will be in touch with you in the coming weeks to set up a time to connect. Families are invited to join this conversation! 

Class of 2028 Facebook Group

If you haven’t already, make sure to join our NYU Shanghai Class of 2028 Facebook group to get to know your fellow classmates, learn everything you need to know about NYU Shanghai and stay up-to-date with important information. Our current students will also host activities in the group so you can start meeting your future classmates! You can also follow NYU Shanghai on our main FacebookWeiboInstagram and X channels.

Financial Aid 

If you applied for financial aid by the NYU financial aid application deadline and received a financial aid package, you can view your offer on your admitted student portal. Please keep in mind that NYU Shanghai offers the best package in the initial financial aid award.

If you have any questions about financial aid, please contact the Office of Financial Support directly by emailing shanghai.financial.support@nyu.edu or by calling +1-212-998-2838 (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time).

Resources for Parents

We'd never forget about the parents and guardians that have helped their students reach this exceptional milestone. Join our NYU Shanghai Parents and Families Facebook group designed exclusively for parents, guardians, and family members of NYU Shanghai students. This is a great way for you to connect with other members of our community, as well as get your questions answered by parents of current NYU Shanghai students. 

If you have additional questions outside of what you'd like to discuss in the Facebook group, you can always reach out to shanghai.admissions@nyu.edu. Additionally, you can find out more information for NYU Shanghai parents on our website.

Admitted Student Timeline

Confirmed your seat and submitted your enrollment deposit - What's next?

We know you're eager to pack your bags and move to China! 

Make sure to complete the steps above and continue to engage with your future classmates in our NYU Shanghai Class of 2028 Facebook group

Starting in mid-May, the New Student and Diversity Programs team will reach out to enrolled students to initiate the visa process (please ensure you have a legal and valid passport to complete all requirements). Over the summer, they will share information about class registration, the housing preferences application, the Chinese placement exam, bill payments, immunization forms, and more.

Update Chosen/Preferred Name and Pronouns​

You can update your chosen/preferred name and pronouns in Albert (NYU's student information system) at any time. Access instructions for updating your chosen/preferred name and instructions for updating your pronouns at the provided links. 

Important Contacts

You’re not alone as you make the transition from high school to NYU Shanghai. Below, you’ll find contact information for various offices throughout the university. If you need assistance, and you can’t find what you’re looking for on the NYU Shanghai website, please do not hesitate to contact the appropriate office.

Admissions Office in New York (9am–5pm, Eastern Standard Time)
+1-212-998-4500 
shanghai.admissions@nyu.edu

Admissions Office in Shanghai (9am–5pm, China Standard Time)
+86-21-2059-5599
shanghai.admissions@nyu.edu

Financial Aid (9am–5pm, Eastern Standard Time)
+1-212-998-2838
shanghai.financial.support@nyu.edu

Health Services (9am–5pm, China Standard Time)
+86-21-2059-5353
shanghai.health@nyu.edu

NYU IT (9am–5pm, China Standard Time)
+86-21-2059-5555
shanghai.it.help@nyu.edu

Student Mobility (9am–5pm, China Standard Time)
+86-21-2059-5339
shanghai.student-mobility@nyu.edu