Welcome to the College of Arts & Science (CAS) at New York University! We are excited to work with you, as you transition to the College, and will start reaching out to you
CAS Orientation
During CAS Orientation, you’ll meet your cohort (including your College Leader and Academic Advisor), learn the basics about CAS, and we’ll get you ready to start your classes!
Learn more about CAS Orientation
First-Year Seminars
All first-year students are required to enroll in a First-Year Seminar during their first year in CAS. Seminars are small, discussion-based courses taught by professors who are leading thinkers in their fields. First-year seminars are the perfect way to explore a budding interest --or discover a new passion-- in a way that meets graduation requirements and allows
Cohort Meetings
Cohort meeting
College Leaders
College Leaders are upper-class students who will assist first-year students in their social, personal and academic transition. College Leaders are responsible for leading first-year students through CAS Orientation Events during Welcome Week and facilitating bi-weekly cohort meetings. In addition, College Leaders host events for their cohorts throughout the academic year which follow the three pillars of CAS: College Life, Academic Inquiry, and Service.