This program is closed and no longer accepting applications. Visit the Graduate Study Abroad page to learn about alternative study abroad opportunities for graduate students. If you have any questions, please write to steinhardt.global@nyu.edu.
Community colleges are a major gateway to opportunity and enroll nearly half of the United States' students of every race and ethnicity. The State of California, which enrolls 25% of U.S. community college students, has recently developed new guidelines for both transfer and the development of alternate approaches to support students who need academic transition support, thus making Los Angeles an ideal laboratory to visit. Offered in an intensive format, we visit local colleges in one of the most diverse and complex cities in the U.S. Participants will meet with policy makers, college leaders, faculty, staff, and students and will focus on campus life, remediation, and transfer and career support.
Location:
Los Angeles, California
Program Dates:
Travel component: March 16-24, 2024
Required pre- and post-travel class meetings: Dec. 8, Feb 16, March 8, April 5, and April 19; all 4:30 to 6:00 pm EST
Faculty:
Ann Marcus, Professor of Higher Education and Director of The Steinhardt Institute of Higher Education Policy, Department of Administration, Leadership, and Technology
Application Deadlines:
- Priority Deadline: September 19, 2023
- Regular Deadline: October 19, 2023 (admissions continue thereafter on a space-available basis)
Find the application link and instructions on the "How to Apply" page.
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Who can participate:
- NYU graduate students
- Non-NYU graduate students and professionals who both:
- Are U.S. citizens or permanent residents
- Currently hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States
Related areas of study:
- Education and Social Policy
- Higher Education Administration and Student Affairs
- Educational Leadership
This is not a complete list. We value diverse perspectives in our programs and encourage students from other majors and professions.
How to apply:
The application link and instructions, as well as the deadlines and notification timelines, can be found on the "How to Apply" page.
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This is a credit-bearing graduate Global course. Students self-register in Albert for the following course:
- HPSE-GE 2057, Section 095 (Class #10952): The Community College (3 credits)
This program is offered through the Department of Administration, Leadership, and Technology.
Important Note: All program applicants must meet with their academic adviser to determine if and how this course may be applied towards their program requirements and degree completion.
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Direct Costs Billed by NYU
Participants will be billed for the cost of the graduate course following the standard per-credit rate for NYU Steinhardt Graduate Study Tuition and Fees. In addition, study abroad courses have a supplemental Housing & Activity Fee that covers the cost of housing abroad, program activities and visits, group transportation in-country, and international health insurance. Students can expect to be billed:
- Steinhardt Graduate Tuition (3 credits) - $6,303
- Steinhardt Graduate Registration and Services Fees - $700
- Housing & Activity Fee - $1,400
- GeoBlue International Health Insurance - Included
Estimated Direct Cost Total - $8,403
Tuition, Registration, and Housing & Activity fees will be due based on Bursar's Payment Schedule for the Spring term.
Out-of-Pocket Costs
Students are responsible for purchasing transportation and airfare to/from the program location. Students will be notified when to book flights. We recommend comparing tickets on multiple sites to ensure the best fare. Past participants have used the following flight search engines: Kayak, Google Flights, and Student Universe for student rates.
In addition to airfare, participants should budget for: daily meals (except for included welcome and farewell meals); transportation to and from the airport; passport and/or visa fees (if applicable); vaccination costs (if applicable); and other personal incidentals.
Students are encouraged to budget for study abroad programs based on individual needs. You may use online budgeting tools such as Numbeo, Expatistan, and Budget Your Trip to budget for your ideal study abroad experience.
Scholarships
NYU Steinhardt offers several graduate study abroad scholarships and maintains a list of additional external funding opportunities.
Study Abroad Budget Worksheet
Download and use this Study Abroad Budget Worksheet to estimate the cost of your study abroad experience.
PLEASE NOTE: This spreadsheet lists possible expenses and may not be all-inclusive of program costs. In addition, your costs may fluctuate based on changes in currency exchange rates, airfare, varying personal lifestyles, etc. While this is a good tool for reviewing study abroad expenses, the results should be considered to be an estimate of the total cost of participation. -
Housing Accommodations
Students stay in shared-occupancy housing arranged by the Office of Global Affairs. Your accommodation arrangements are included in your Housing and Activity Fees. Group accommodation dates correspond with the program dates listed above.
Flight, Travel, and Visa Information
Flight: Students book their own travel to coincide with program dates.
Passport: Students must travel with a valid government-issued I.D. (e.g., NYS Driver's License or valid passport) to board their flight and to show in the event that any of the site visit locations require ID for entry.
Visa: None required for domestic travel within the United States.
Helpful links: Center for Disease Control, Lonely Planet Guide (Los Angeles)
Weather: In January, Los Angeles is generally spring-like. Daily temperatures are mild, averaging 68°F (20°C) during the day and 48°F (9°C) at night, and skies, for the most part, tend to be mostly clear or partly sunny. Visit The Weather Channel to learn more about local weather conditions in Los Angeles.
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Pre-Departure Resources
Visit the Steinhardt Study Abroad Resources website and get a head start on preparing for your study abroad program experience.
Policies
All applicants should review the Office of Global Affairs Short-Term Graduate Courses Policies page prior to applying to study abroad.
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