Admissions Criteria
New Utrecht High School is committed to educating its students to their maximum potential. To reach this end, we offer a full academic program designed to meet and exceed state standards. The main goal of our staff is to support our students in mastering the challenging curriculum and preparing for success. We offer an ever-expanding range of extracurricular activities and programs that enhance students’ high school experience. We are a school steeped in tradition where parents are welcomed and encouraged to be partners in their child’s success.
Academies
- Entrepreneurship (CTE, NY State Approved)
- Medical Assisting (CTE, NY State Approved)
- Legal Studies (CTE, Pending NY State Approval)
- Hospitality & Tourism (CTE, Pending NY State Approval)
- Academy of Art & Design
- Culinary Arts
- Computer Science (Honors Academy)
- International Studies (Honors Academy)
- Liberal Arts & Science (Honors Academy)
- HE3AT (Honors Academy)
**Honors Academy students can qualify for AP Courses, Trailblazers Enrichment Program and CUNY College Now
Advanced Placement Courses
- AP Courses in: English Language, English Literature, African American Studies, Economics, European History, Government, Human Geography, Psychology, US History, World History, AB/BC Calculus, Precalculus, Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics, Business & Personal Finance, Computer Science A, Computer Science Principles, Cybersecurity, Chinese, Italian, Spanish
Electives
- Chorus, C++ Computer Programming, Python Computer Programming, Forensics, Piano, Rock & Jazz Band, Web Design, MOS Certification, IC3 Certification, Visual Basics, Robotics, Introduction to Drones, TV Communication
English Language Learners
- English Language Learner Programs: English as a New Language; Transitional Bilingual Education: Chinese
- Language Courses: Italian, Mandarin, Spanish
Activities
Anime Club, Arista Honor Society, Art Exhibits, Book Club, Cheerleaders/Boosters/Twirlers, Chess Club, Chinese New Year Show, Debate Team, Fashion Society (with annual Runway show), History Club, International Festival, LGBQT Club, Mock Trial, Model UN, Moot Court, Painting/Mural Club, Peer Mediation/Conflict Resolution, Peer Tutoring, Photo Club, Ping-Pong, Science Olympiads, Student Government, Talent Show, Robotics Club
PSAL Sports—Boys: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Football, Handball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
PSAL Sports—Girls: Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Flag Football, Handball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
School Sports: JV Sports- Baseball, Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Football, Girls Soccer, Softball, Girls Volleyball
Admission Programs
(Seats & Applicant data are from past years)
Medical Professions & Health Careers (K28A)
Interest Area: Health Professions
Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.
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Seats and applicant data for Medical Professions & Health Careers |
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Student Type |
Seats |
Applicants |
Applicants Per Seat |
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General Education |
124 |
1,326 |
11 |
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Students with Disabilities |
26 |
236 |
9 |
Program description: Combines academics and hands-on experience to develop candidates interested in health career professions. Program highlights include Billing & Coding certification, senior year internship opportunities and a certificate of completion in Health Informatics & Health Assisting
Academy of Legal Studies (K28B)
Interest Area: Law and Government
Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.
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Seats and applicant data for Academy of Legal Studies |
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Student Type |
Seats |
Applicants |
Applicants Per Seat |
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General Education |
33 |
716 |
22 |
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Students with Disabilities |
7 |
122 |
17 |
Program description: Introduction to Legal Studies, Constitutional Law, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Public Speaking & Debate, Moot Court/Mock Trial, Legal Writing, and Senior Internship.
Academy of Hospitality and Tourism (K28C)
Interest Area: Hospitality, Travel, & Tourism
Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.
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Seats and applicant data for Academy of Hospitality and Tourism |
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Student Type |
Seats |
Applicants |
Applicants Per Seat |
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General Education |
33 |
428 |
13 |
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Students with Disabilities |
7 |
106 |
15 |
Program description: Helps students chart career paths in one of the world's largest industries, from hotel management to sports entertainment and event management; includes the study of geography, economics, and world cultures.
Academy of Art and Design (K28D)
Interest Area: Visual Art and Design
Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.
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Seats and applicant data for Academy of Art and Design |
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Student Type |
Seats |
Applicants |
Applicants Per Seat |
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General Education |
33 |
611 |
19 |
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Students with Disabilities |
7 |
129 |
18 |
Program description: A discipline-based art program with courses in: Drawing, Digital Design, Fashion Illustration & Construction, Painting, Photography, and Sculpture. Individualized mentoring & portfolio development for students who intend to pursue studies in fine arts.
Honors Academy (K28H)
Interest Area: Humanities & Interdisciplinary
Admissions Method: Screened
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Seats and applicant data for Honors Academy |
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Student Type |
Seats |
Applicants |
Applicants Per Seat |
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General Education |
33 |
1,260 |
38 |
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Students with Disabilities |
7 |
56 |
8 |
Program description: Provides students of outstanding ability and potential with an enriched, challenging, college preparatory program that emphasizes humanities, mathematics, and science.
Selection Criteria: (prior year ranges):
- Attendance
- Course Grades: English (80-100), Math (80-100), Science (84-100), Social Studies (80-100)
- Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.5-4.5), Math (3.7-4.5)
Academy of Business and Technology (K28M)
Interest Area: Business
Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.
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Seats and applicant data for Academy of Business and Technology |
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Student Type |
Seats |
Applicants |
Applicants Per Seat |
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General Education |
33 |
643 |
19 |
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Students with Disabilities |
7 |
133 |
19 |
Program description: An interdisciplinary program combining business and technology courses with a real hands-on working experience. The curriculum includes courses such as Computer Applications, MOS Certification, Visual Basics, and Entrepreneurship-all directed towards completing professional and academic certifications.
Culinary Arts Program
Interest Area: Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, International Cuisine, Catering & Event Planning
Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.
Program description: Introduction to Legal Studies, Constitutional Law, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Public Speaking & Debate, Moot Court/Mock Trial, Legal Writing, and Senior Internship.
Zoned (K28Z)
Interest Area: Zoned
Admissions Method: Zoned Guarantee
Program description: Comprehensive Academic Program Guaranteed offer to students who live in the zoned area
Note: Seat and applicant data not available for this program.