Students must apply for need-based aid and for USF scholarships. Achievement scholarships from the New College Foundation are awarded by the New College Admissions Office to those students the college believes will make an outstanding contribution to the New College community. The New College Admissions Office processes applications on a rolling basis, with decisions beginning about January 15. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid should be completed and submitted as soon as possible after January 1. Student Life New College is a residential college, with the majority of its students living on campus or in adjacent neighborhoods.
All students attend full-time.
Students are challenged to accept major responsibilities for the direction of their own affairs, including their social and extra-curricular activities. The Student Affairs Office, through its professional staff, is responsible for personal counseling, housing, health services, and other support services. All first-year students live on campus and participate in the community dining plan. A medical plan gives students access to a physician.