Geographic Restrictions
NYU seeks to deliver all of our fully online programs in every state, however we are unable to offer enrollment in certain states at this time. Before you apply, please check here to make sure you're in a state that's eligible.
State Authorization of Distance Education is complex and continuously changing, in which prospective students should check this site often for updates.
Online Degrees, Visiting Students, and Non-Credit Restrictions
New York University (NYU) is a SARA participating member institution and is authorized pursuant to SARA to enroll students in online courses, including continuing education (CE), and field experiences (up to ten students per site per program) in the SARA states and territories listed below.
However, please note that certain programs leading to professional licensure may be subject to additional state professional licensing requirements, which are not covered by SARA. For more information about these requirements, please see the NC-SARA website.
Current SARA Member States, District & Territories
*NYU is also able to enroll students in online courses in California and Louisiana. Should you see that your state is not listed, please contact our office for additional information.
Alabama |
Maine |
Oklahoma |
Alaska |
Maryland |
Oregon |
Arizona |
Massachusetts |
Puerto Rico |
Arkansas |
Michigan |
Pennsylvania |
Colorado |
Minnesota |
Rhode Island |
Connecticut |
Mississippi |
South Carolina |
Delaware |
Missouri |
South Dakota |
District of Columbia |
Montana |
Tennessee |
Florida |
Nebraska |
Texas |
Georgia |
Nevada |
Utah |
Hawaii |
New Hampshire |
Vermont |
Idaho |
New Jersey |
Virginia |
Illinois |
New Mexico |
Washington |
Indiana |
New York |
West Virginia |
Iowa |
North Carolina |
Wisconsin |
Kansas |
North Dakota |
Wyoming |
Kentucky |
Ohio |
Virgin Islands |
For more information, you can find the full details listed on our NYU Authorization page.
Disclaimer: New York University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (267-284-5000). The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The programs being offered are registered by the New York State Education Department. If you are located outside of the United States, please note that each jurisdiction may have its own laws and regulations governing online educational programs and this program may not be recognized by institutions within your country for professional licensure, employment qualification, or other purposes. You should investigate your jurisdiction's treatment of foreign online programs to ensure that participation in this program will meet your objectives before enrolling in it.