QUICK ANSWER
At Parsons, the scholarship decision comes with the admission decision. The New School says international students on F-1 or J-1 visas are eligible for merit-based aid “which is part of the admission process”, and Parsons reviews scholarships from the application itself, with no separate form. In practice, the portfolio and essays are the scholarship application.
In our record that review has gone well for Korean students: 38 of 63 Parsons admits received an award (60%), averaging $53,116, against 39% at Pratt and 29% at SVA. The New School’s international aid page does not mention need-based aid, so plan on merit aid only.
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Parsons Aid in Our Record
| School | Admits | With an award | Average award |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parsons | 63 | 38 (60%) | $53,116 |
| Pratt | 102 | 40 (39%) | $67,638 |
| SVA | 140 | 41 (29%) | $58,944 |
Royal Blue results record, 2009–2026, confirmed directly with each student. Award amounts are as first notified.
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The Cost the Award Is Set Against
| Item | 2026–27 |
|---|---|
| Parsons tuition, New York | $31,174 a semester |
| Four years at the current rate | $249,392 (eight semesters, before fees and living costs) |
| Parsons Paris tuition | $21,308 a semester |
| University services fee | $720 a semester |
From The New School 2026–27 tuition tables; four-year figure is our multiplication of the current rate.
When an award letter arrives, check three things: whether the amount is per year or in total, whether it renews automatically, and what academic standard keeps it. Compare offers on four-year cost after aid, not on the award figure alone.
FOR KOREAN FAMILIES
Because merit is judged with admission, there is no second chance to “apply for aid” later: put the strongest work and writing into the first submission. See the Parsons four-year bill and building a Parsons portfolio.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can international students get Parsons scholarships?
Yes. The New School says F-1 and J-1 students are eligible for merit-based aid as part of the admission process.
Is there a separate scholarship application?
No. Parsons reviews scholarships from the admission application.
Does Parsons give need-based aid to international students?
The New School’s international aid page mentions only merit aid; ask the Office of Financial Aid about your case.
How often do your students receive Parsons awards?
38 of 63 Parsons admits (60%), averaging $53,116.
How much is Parsons tuition?
$31,174 a semester for 2026–27 in New York; $21,308 at Parsons Paris.
ROYAL BLUE ART & DESIGN
For 19 years we have prepared Korean students for U.S. art schools from our studio in Apgujeong, Seoul. Our public record lists 1,099 acceptances confirmed directly with students, including 63 at Parsons. Call 02-3446-5929 or book a consultation.
From The New School financial aid for international students and 2026–27 tuition pages, and Parsons’ How to Apply. Royal Blue figures from our results record (2009–2026). Checked October 2026. If something here has changed, tell us and we will correct it.
Related reading: Parsons Four-Year Bill · Parsons Portfolio Guide · Parsons vs SVA · Parsons and The New School · Royal Blue Results