Quick Summary
Situated in Paris, France, Parsons Paris (The New School) is a private art & design school (branch campus) established in 1921. The institution enrolls approximately 450 students, with 80% being international. Known for strengths in Fashion Design, Strategic Design Management, Art, it maintains an acceptance rate of 32%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Earn a US degree while immersed in the Parisian heritage of fashion and art.
Subject Strengths
Fashion DesignStrategic Design ManagementArtMediaand Technology
Founded1921
TypePrivate Art & Design School (Branch Campus)
Total Students450
Intl Students80%
Faculty Ratio8
CampusUrban
Campus SizeBoutique Urban
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationNASAD, MSCHE
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Academics & Research
What you can study
BFA, BBA, MA, Summer Programs
Programs
Not Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Parsons Paris Research Lab
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
NASAD, MSCHE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate32%
IELTS7
TOEFL92
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight your ability to work across cultures. The portfolio should reflect a global perspective and conceptual maturity.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€37,200/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€17,500/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€39,500/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€54,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$12,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from BFA, BBA, MA, Summer Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fashion Design | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Strategic Design Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Art History and Design Curatorial Studies | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementDirect access to Paris Fashion Week and European design studios.
Industry Connections
ChanelDiorHermèsFondation Louis Vuitton
Notable Alumni
Celia Kritharioti, various creative directors in European fashion houses
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Not Available
Student Clubs
Student Council, Art Collectives
Library Resources
Specialized Design Library and NYC Digital Archives
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available