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Located in the heart of New York’s Greenwich Village, NYU’s academic, residential, and student life facilities are found on tree-lined streets centered on Washington Square Park. As you explore campus, you can follow our students as they share information about some of the sites they frequent and what makes NYU the perfect place for them.

Bobst Library

70 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012, USA

The Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, more affectionately known as Bobst, is the largest in NYU’s 9-library system. Bobst holds 3.9 million of the 5.8 million books in NYU’s catalog and is the most popular study space on campus. NYU partners with other colleges and libraries to use their resources, many of which can be requested online and delivered to one of the main libraries or to a locker for contactless pickup. The library can also place required course material on reserve so students can access it for free.

Campus Safety

561 LaGuardia Place, New York, NY, USA

For NYU’s Office of Campus Safety, the safety and wellbeing of the NYU community is their top priority. Located conveniently at 561 LaGuardia Place, their lobby is open around the clock and staffed with officers available to provide assistance. In addition, there are Campus Safety Officers at the entrance of each NYU building, including our residence halls. And an NYU ID card is required for entry into all NYU buildings.

Kimmel Center for University Life

60 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012, USA

The Helen & Martin Kimmel Center for University life, more commonly called Kimmel, is the home for most student clubs, communities, and organizations at NYU. The Kimmel Center also houses two NYU dining options, the Center for Student Life, Center for Multicultural Education & Programs, NYU Ticket Central, LGBTQ+ Center and the Skirball Center for Performing Arts, one of the largest performance spaces in Lower Manhattan.

Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life

NYU Global Center, Thompson Street, New York, NY, USA

The Global Center for Academic & Spiritual Life, GCASL, is home to various classrooms, study areas, and religious observance spaces. The building has reservable music practice rooms and offices for staff and leaders from over 40 faith traditions. GCASL also offers free meditation and yoga classes each week to keep students focused on the health of their mind, body, and soul.

Weinstein Residence Hall

Weinstein Hall, University Place, New York, NY, USA

Weinstein Hall is one of the 21 residence halls available to NYU students and one of 10 residence halls exclusively for first-year students. Housing is guaranteed for all first-year students that remain in housing throughout their four years. Weinstein is also home to four of NYU’s dining halls which are available to any student with a meal plan.

Lipton Hall

Lipton Hall, Washington Square West, NYC, NY, USA

Lipton is a first-year residence hall that houses 700 students and is part of the First Year Residential Experience. It’s location just across from Washington Square Park allows its residents to easily access many campus buildings. Lipton has many communal areas for students to relax and socialize including a community kitchen, game room, dance and music practice rooms, and study spaces. Lipton Hall is also home to a dining hall on the main level of the building.

Rubin Hall, 5th Avenue, New York, NY, USA

Located on Fifth Avenue, Rubin Hall is just a five-minute walk from the center of campus. Rubin Hall is part of the First Year Residential Experience and is home to 680 first-year students. Rubin Hall boasts amenities like a black box theater, a study lounge, a dance room, a piano room, and several game rooms. And residents on the 16th floor of Rubin take part in the Inequality and Justice themed community. Students who choose to be a part of this floor community commit to examining disparities in poverty and wealth through cultural events, service learning, and deep dialogues with professionals, activists, and each other.

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Silver Center for Arts and Science, Waverly Place, New York, NY, USA

The Silver Center for Arts and Science is the home of the New York University’s College of Arts and Science (CAS) and Grey Art Gallery. The Dean of the College of Arts and Science and the college administration are located in this facility, which forms an imposing landmark on the eastern border of Washington Square Park. The Silver Center is frequented by most undergraduate students during their time at NYU.

NYU Academic Resource Center, Washington Place, New York, NY, USA

The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is located at 18 Washington Place, in the heart of NYU’s Washington Square campus. In 2011, the building’s ground floor, mezzanine, and basement were completely renovated to create the ARC. Formerly the site of NYU’s Bookstore, the space has been adaptively remodeled to house student lounges, tutoring and meeting spaces, classrooms, offices, a computer lab, and an Argo Tea cafe. With its central campus location and varied facilities, the ARC has become a popular meeting, learning, and working space for the NYU community.

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NYU Entrepreneurial Institute (Leslie eLab), Washington Place, New York, NY, USA

The Mark and Debra Leslie Entrepreneurs Lab is located at the center of the NYU Academic Superblock on Washington Place. Their mission is to encourage entrepreneurship and collaboration among NYU students and staff. In the lab, students have access to a state-of-the-art classrooms and meeting spaces. There are also full-time professional staff always on hand to assist with getting the creative juices flowing.

Gould Plaza

40 West 4th Street, New York, NY, USA

Jeffrey S. Gould Plaza is an outdoor plaza that's home to the Stern School of Business, the Courant Institute for Mathematics, and Warren Weaver Hall. It’s also a popular destination for NYC food trucks, which both students and staff flock to for lunch.

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StudentLink Center, Lafayette Street, NYC, NY, USA

With locations on our Manhattan and Brooklyn campuses, the StudentLink Center serves as a one-stop-shop for current students. The StudentLink Center represents a variety of offices to support the administrative needs of students. Appointments are available online and in-person.

Rory Meyers School of Nursing

NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, 1st Avenue, New York, NY, USA

The Rory Meyers College of Nursing is the second-largest private university college of nursing in the country. As a center for research in nursing, health, and interdisciplinary science, the College prepares its students to be leaders in healthcare on both a local and global scale. Their mission is to shape the future of nursing through leadership in healthcare policy.

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NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development, East 13th Street, New York, NY, USA

The Wasserman Center has two locations in Brooklyn and Manhattan. They offer a number of services that support students in their professional development endeavors. They offer a number of workshops and classes where students can get professional advice. Students even have the opportunity to set up one-on-one appointments with trained professional career coaches. For students looking for jobs and internships, their Handshake platform has thousands of postings. Wasserman also awards over $500,000 per year in grants and stipends to students with unpaid internships.

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Washington Square Park, New York, NY, USA

Though Washington Square Park is not owned by NYU, it is the heart of campus. A number of University buildings are along the park perimeter. Many NYU students, faculty and staff spend their lunch breaks and study breaks here.

John A. Paulson Center

181 Mercer St, New York, NY 10012, USA

The John A. Paulson Center is NYU's newest building and home to student and faculty housing, study spaces, a Commons area, performing arts rehearsal and recital spaces, and a fully-equipped athletics and recreation facility with a four-court gym and six-lane lap pool. Plus, with more than 50 classrooms, the Paulson Center has more space devoted to academics than any other NYU building.

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A visit to New York University is ideal, but virtual tours can act to refresh your memory or as a preview for your on-site tour.

What's in it for me?

Inevitably, on-campus tours of classrooms, libraries, dorms, and dining halls will start to blend. Jog your memory using the virtual tour and even explore the area surrounding the campus using the interactive mapping tool. If you're just beginning your college search, a virtual tour can be a great way to get a feel for a campus before your visit. Remember, when you do go, be sure to ask current students about their college life. A student perspective can be the most helpful way to gauge your future experience at NYU.

Use the resources below to start your virtual tour.

Using the Map

Click and drag the little orange person to a location on the map. Locations with panoramas appear as blue lines or blue dots when moving the orange person. The blue dots are panoramic views that you may swivel. The blue lines are paths that you can navigate along.

Panoramic View

You can "pan" or "swivel" the camera around by clicking on the image and dragging your mouse or finger. If you see a white arrow on the picture, you can click or tap on it to move in the direction of the arrow. This will also update the location of the little orange person on the map so you can get a better sense of where you are and what direction you are facing.

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How effective are new york university (nyu) virtual tours.

It depends how you use them. New York University (NYU) is a hustling, bustling campus and community. The beauty of New York University (NYU) virtual tours on CampusReel is that authentic video tours, made by real students, can be spectacular at capturing the New York University (NYU) vibe. We also go well beyond the confines of the New York University (NYU) campus by taking you around New York. In traditional virtual tours, you will mostly see still, unengaging images and will not see the surrounding area at all – which is why CampusReel virtual tours are so important.

Can a New York University (NYU) virtual tour replace a traditional in-person visit?

If you cannot visit New York University (NYU) in person, then we can honestly say that we believe a CampusReel virtual tour of New York University (NYU) is absolutely the most effective and holistic way to understand the New York University (NYU) people, campus and community. However, if you do plan on visiting New York University (NYU) and other colleges in person, we strongly recommend that you at least prescreen your college options on CampusReel before spending the time and money to visit. Most prospective families find that as soon as the step on campus, they instantly know whether or not they like the school – but they’ve already spent all that time and money getting there! Our goal is to eliminate all the time and money visiting New York University (NYU) in person until you can make a strong educated guess that it’s worth the investment.

What places can I virtually tour at New York University (NYU)?

For your convenience, below is a list of New York University (NYU) places you can virtually tour on CampusReel.

• Tisch School Of The Arts at New York University (NYU)
• 35 Clark Apartments Corporation at New York University (NYU)
• The High Line at New York University (NYU)
• Rubin Residence Hall at New York University (NYU)
• Weinstein Hall at New York University (NYU)
• NYU Game Innovation Lab at New York University (NYU)
• New York University Tandon School of Engineering at New York University (NYU)
• NYU Jasper H. Kane Dining Hall at New York University (NYU)
• Cantor Film Center at New York University (NYU)
• NYU Stern School of Business at New York University (NYU)
• Top of the Rock at New York University (NYU)
• Rasa at New York University (NYU)
• Brittany Hall at New York University (NYU)
• 14 Street - Union Square Station at New York University (NYU)
• Theater District at New York University (NYU)
• 79 Washington Square E at New York University (NYU)
• NYU 404 Fitness at New York University (NYU)
• Eastern Athletic at New York University (NYU)
• Elmer Holmes Bobst Library at New York University (NYU)
• Washington Square Park at New York University (NYU)
• Silver School of Social Work at New York University (NYU)
• NYU Academic Resource Center at New York University (NYU)
• Silver Center 2nd Floor Laboratories at New York University (NYU)
• Deutsches Haus at New York University (NYU)
• Rubin Hall at New York University (NYU)
• Kimmel Center for University Life at New York University (NYU)
• Whitney Museum of American Art at New York University (NYU)
• Haven at New York University (NYU)
• St. Anthonys School at New York University (NYU)
• Walgreens at New York University (NYU)
• Lipton Hall at New York University (NYU)
• Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences - New York University at New York University (NYU)
• NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development at New York University (NYU)
• NYU Palladium Athletic Facility at New York University (NYU)
• West 4 Street Washington Sq Station at New York University (NYU)
• Union Square Park at New York University (NYU)
• New York University Pless Hall at New York University (NYU)
• Carlyle Court at New York University (NYU)

What are the downsides of a New York University (NYU) virtual tour?

The downside of virtually touring New York University (NYU) on CampusReel is that, admittedly, our technology does not yet mimic the exact feeling and experience of visiting New York University (NYU) in person. We are working on this though! A common request we also receive from users is to add more perspectives (e.g. student guides) to the platform. Rest assured we are working on adding more CampusReel guides to the New York University (NYU) virtual tour. However, our selection of guides still far outweighs the available perspectives of traditional virtual tour platforms.

What are the benefits of a New York University (NYU) virtual tour?

The most obvious benefit of a New York University (NYU) virtual tour on CampusReel is that is can be accessed from anywhere. This can save families a lot of time and money compared to visiting New York University (NYU) in person . Another often overlooked benefit of a CampusReel virtual tour is that it goes far beyond a traditional in person tour New York University (NYU) . Campus visits are limited both in time and scope – how are you expected to truly understand a college in a 1 hour tour? That’s why we stress the added benefit of CampusReel virtual tours – experience New York University (NYU) and New York during different seasons, days of the week, and even hours of the day. What’s game day like? What is finals week life? Again, traditional virtual touring platforms don’t include this benefit.

Check out these related virtual tours:

• Virtal tour to University of Maryland-College Park (UMD)
• Virtal tour to CUNY Hunter College
• Virtal tour to Stony Brook University (SBU)

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How to Create Immersive University Virtual Tours

In today's digital age, virtual tours have become an essential tool for universities to attract and engage prospective students. By offering an immersive and interactive experience, universities can showcase their campus facilities, highlight key locations, and reach a global audience. This article will guide you through the steps to create an effective and engaging university virtual tour.

Key Takeaways

• Virtual tours enhance student engagement by providing interactive and meaningful experiences.
• High-quality visual content, including 360° photography and drone footage, is crucial for creating an immersive tour.
• Interactive elements like clickable hotspots and multimedia content can significantly enrich the virtual tour experience.
• Choosing the right virtual tour platform involves evaluating features, pricing, and customization options.
• Promoting your virtual tour through various channels, including social media and email campaigns, can increase its visibility and reach.

Understanding the Importance of Virtual Tours for Universities

Virtual tours have become an essential tool for universities to connect with prospective students. They offer an immersive experience that allows students to explore the campus from anywhere in the world. This is particularly important in today's digital age, where students rely heavily on online resources to make informed decisions about their education.

Enhancing Student Engagement

Virtual tours can significantly enhance student engagement by providing an interactive and engaging way to explore the campus. Students can navigate through different locations, click on hotspots to learn more about specific areas , and even participate in live video chats. This level of interactivity helps to keep students interested and engaged, making them more likely to consider the university as a viable option.

Showcasing Campus Facilities

One of the key benefits of virtual tours is the ability to showcase campus facilities in a detailed and immersive way. Whether it's the state-of-the-art science labs, modern dormitories, or expansive sports facilities, virtual tours allow universities to highlight their best features. This can be particularly appealing to prospective students who want to get a feel for the campus environment before making a decision.

Reaching a Global Audience

Virtual tours enable universities to reach a global audience, attracting students from different parts of the world. This is especially important for institutions looking to diversify their student body and increase international enrollment. With virtual tours, students can explore the campus from the comfort of their own homes, making it easier for them to envision themselves as part of the university community.

Cloudpano for universities offers immersive 360º virtual tours for campuses, attracting diverse students globally. Technology-driven results show increased engagement and application flow. ADA-compliant tours accessible on any device.

Planning Your University Virtual Tour

Planning a university virtual tour involves several critical steps to ensure it is engaging and effective. Defining your audience personas and designing for your audience is essential to create a tour that resonates with prospective students. Additionally, understanding what a virtual tour is and how it can fit into your digital strategy will set a strong foundation for your project.

In today’s digital world, students rely on virtual tours to inform their college decision-making. This is why it’s so important to have an exceptional virtual tour that drives students to act.

Identifying Key Locations

Identifying key locations on campus that will be featured in the tour is crucial. Consider areas like the auditorium, dorm rooms, study areas, and popular dining spots. These locations should highlight the unique aspects of your campus and provide a comprehensive view of student life.

Creating a Narrative

Creating a narrative for your virtual tour helps in telling your university's unique story. This can be achieved by combining layered visual content with clickable elements to encourage visitor exploration. A well-crafted narrative will guide prospective students through the tour, making it more engaging and informative.

Setting Goals and Objectives

Setting clear goals and objectives for your virtual tour is vital. Determine what you want to achieve, whether it's increasing inquiries, boosting campus visit rates, or enhancing online presence and engagement. Having defined goals will help in measuring the success of your virtual tour and making necessary improvements.

Capturing High-Quality Visual Content

Using 360° photography.

360° photography is essential for creating immersive virtual tours. Select optimal shooting locations that offer the best perspectives of the place you are showcasing. Consider lighting, ambiance, and visual appeal when selecting locations. Use a tripod to keep your camera steady and frame your images or videos carefully. Avoid distortions by keeping your camera level and centered.

Incorporating Drone Footage

Drones can capture footage of hard-to-reach areas for aerial photography and videography of the location, such as rooftops, cliff faces, and large building interiors. This adds a unique perspective to your virtual tour, making it more engaging and comprehensive.

Optimizing Image Quality

With the display power, internet bandwidth, and camera capabilities that we are exposed to today, it’s no surprise that we crave high-quality experiences . From YouTube videos to Instagram posts, our threshold of what is considered acceptable quality is incredibly high compared to a few years ago. Videos are commonly streaming in HD or better, and many mobile devices can capture and display 4K photos and videos. The more life-like our content is, the more impact it has. Capturing ultra-high-resolution imagery, even if it can’t be fully displayed today, ensures that content can be rendered in higher resolutions down the road. Overall, investing in production quality will pay dividends.

For certain indoor spaces where artificial lighting plays an important role, shoot at dawn, dusk, or night where lighting is more prominent. For outdoor coverage such as a water park or courtyard, shooting the tour during peak summer is recommended. For exteriors and interiors with large window coverage, try to film these points of interest around dusk or dawn when interior/exterior lighting is evenly balanced for brilliant photos.

Integrating Interactive Elements

Integrating interactive elements into your university virtual tour can significantly enhance the user experience. Interactive hot spots and our API integrations can make that happen. The result is maps that no longer live solely in the digital space. Instead, they make themselves accessible to offline users in ways that most digital marketing efforts simply cannot. This seamless integration between in-person and virtual experiences leads to a natural prompt for interactivity.

Choosing the Right Virtual Tour Platform

Selecting the appropriate virtual tour platform is crucial for creating an engaging and seamless experience. Each platform offers unique features and benefits, from custom branding to interactive floor plans. Choosing the right virtual tour software can make a significant difference in the success of your university's virtual tour.

Evaluating Features and Pricing

When evaluating different platforms, consider the features they offer and their pricing structures. Some platforms provide advanced functionalities like virtual tour creator SDK and API , which allow you to create 360° virtual tours quickly and customize them easily. It's essential to balance the cost with the features you need to ensure you get the best value for your investment.

Considering User Experience

The user experience is a critical factor in the success of your virtual tour. Ensure the platform you choose is user-friendly and offers a smooth navigation experience. A platform that is easy to use will not only make the creation process more efficient but also enhance the overall experience for the visitors.

Exploring Customization Options

Customization options are vital for aligning the virtual tour with your university's branding and messaging. Look for platforms that offer extensive customization features, allowing you to tailor the tour to reflect your institution's unique identity. This can include custom branding, interactive elements, and personalized content.

A well-chosen virtual tour platform can significantly enhance the engagement and reach of your university's virtual tour, making it a valuable tool for attracting prospective students and showcasing your campus facilities.

Promoting Your Virtual Tour

Once you are satisfied with your virtual tour, you can publish it and start sharing it with your target audience. Most virtual tour platforms will provide you with a link to your tour , which you can then embed on your website or share through social media.

Analyzing Tour Performance and Engagement

To ensure your university virtual tour is effective, it's crucial to analyze its performance and engagement metrics. Tracking visitor metrics helps you understand how users interact with your tour, providing insights into areas for improvement.

Tracking Visitor Metrics

Visitor metrics are essential for gauging the success of your virtual tour. Key metrics to monitor include:

• Session Time : The average time a visitor spends on your tour.
• Pages Viewed : The number of different locations or sections a visitor explores.
• Bounce Rate : The percentage of visitors who leave the tour after viewing only one page.

Gathering User Feedback

User feedback is invaluable for understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your virtual tour. Consider implementing the following methods to gather feedback:

• Surveys : Short surveys at the end of the tour can provide direct insights from visitors.
• Comments : Allowing users to leave comments on specific sections can highlight areas for improvement.
• Ratings : A simple rating system can quickly show which parts of the tour are most and least popular.

Making Data-Driven Improvements

Once you have collected visitor metrics and user feedback, the next step is to make data-driven improvements. This involves:

• Analyzing Trends : Look for patterns in the data to identify common issues or popular features.
• Implementing Changes : Based on your analysis, make targeted changes to enhance the user experience.
• Continuous Monitoring : Regularly review the performance metrics to ensure ongoing improvement.

By focusing on these key areas, you can create a more engaging and effective virtual tour that meets the needs of prospective students and other visitors.

In our latest section, 'Analyzing Tour Performance and Engagement,' we delve into the metrics that matter most for your tour's success. Discover how to optimize your strategies and boost engagement. For more insights and detailed analysis, visit our website at www.cloudpano.com .

Creating immersive university virtual tours is an innovative way to engage prospective students and showcase your campus in a dynamic and interactive manner. By leveraging platforms like Concept3D, you can craft 360° tours that offer a sense of presence and familiarity, making students feel at home even before they set foot on campus. These virtual tours not only enhance space planning but also serve as a powerful marketing tool, combining visual, textual, and audio content to tell your unique story. As students increasingly rely on digital experiences, providing a comprehensive and engaging virtual tour can significantly boost student involvement and conversion rates. Whether it's through panoramic photographs, interactive maps, or layered visual content, the key is to create meaningful interactions that resonate with your audience. Embrace the digital age and transform your campus tours into unforgettable virtual experiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of virtual tours for universities.

Virtual tours enhance student engagement, showcase campus facilities, and reach a global audience. They provide an immersive experience that can attract prospective students from around the world.

How do I start planning a university virtual tour?

Begin by identifying key locations on campus, creating a narrative to guide the tour, and setting clear goals and objectives for what you want to achieve with the tour.

What equipment is needed to capture high-quality visual content?

To capture high-quality visual content, you will need 360° photography equipment, drones for aerial footage, and tools to optimize image quality.

How can I make my virtual tour interactive?

You can add clickable hotspots, embed multimedia content like videos and audio, and utilize virtual reality features to make the tour more engaging and interactive.

What should I consider when choosing a virtual tour platform?

Evaluate the features and pricing of different platforms, consider the user experience, and explore customization options to find the best fit for your university's needs.

How can I promote my university's virtual tour?

Promote the virtual tour by embedding it on your website, leveraging social media channels, and including it in email campaigns to reach a wider audience.

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If you're like most prospective graduate students, you want to get a good sense of what it will really be like to study at an institution. That's why we recommend taking an in-person tour of our Washington Square campus with a current graduate or professional school student.   

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• NYU Graduate Campus Tour Wednesday, June 26 at 2:00 PM New York, NY
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NYU is beginning to reopen our Campus Without Walls for in-person campus visits. We’re rolling out the purple carpet in phases for everyone’s safety and comfort, and registration is now open for registered guests who wish to experience NYU in person. Keep checking this page for new and exciting opportunities, and join our mailing list to find out when you can join us here on campus!

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One of our NYU student ambassador tour guides will lead select groups through an outdoor tour around NYU. 

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Download the "NYU Campus Tour" app to take a self-guided tour of our Washington Square Campus in NYC. As you walk the city streets, our student ambassadors will give you an insider’s perspective on what it’s like to live and learn in the greatest city in the world.

In-Person Visitor Guidelines

NYU no longer requires COVID-19 vaccination for students or visitors. However, staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, including booster shots, remains strongly recommended for the health and safety of the student and campus community. All are welcome to wear masks anytime they choose.