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Free Resources

A list of useful free resources provided by NYU or are free for university students

Free for NYU​

  • Database Access
    • List of databases you can access for free as an NYU student.
  • Handshake
    • Job and internship search platform.
  • High Performance Computing (HPC)
    • Supercomputing resources. Requires sponsorship from a full-time faculty member.
  • IT Software Library
    • The NYU IT Department maintains a list of free software available to students.
  • Kanopy
    • Streaming service for contemporary and classic films and documentaries.
  • LinkedIn Learning
    • Online learning platform with various courses and tutorials.
  • Leslie eLab
    • Entrepreneurship lab with various resources and events.
  • Makerspace
    • Free access to 3D printers, laser cutters, and other tools for building things.
    • Makerspace Prototyping Fund - Monetary award for building prototypes.
  • Max (HBO Max)
    • Streaming service only for dorm residents.
  • Museum Access
    • List of complimentary museum access for NYU students.
  • NYU Safe Ride (Via)
    • Free rides between NYU buildings and dorms overnight.
  • NYT and WSJ
    • Free subscription to the digital versions of the THE New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.
  • Overleaf Professional
    • Online LaTeX editor with real-time collaboration.
  • Printing
    • Free printing at various locations on campus ($50 credit).
  • Virtual Computer Lab
    • Provides access to various academic software via Amazon AppStream (remote desktop).
  • Web Hosting
    • Free simple web hosting managed by Reclaim Hosting and NYU Libraries.
    • You lose access once you graduate and will need to either buy a paid plan or transfer your date to another provider.
  • Wolfram Alpha Pro and Mathematica
    • Powerful answer engine and computational software for numerical calculations.

Free for University Students​