UK: Comparative Perspectives on Autism and Well-Being

London, United Kingdom

January 7 - 21, 2020

• Priority Deadline: September 15, 2019
• Regular Deadline: November 1, 2019*
  *Admission continues thereafter on a space-available basis.

• NYU graduate students

• Non-NYU graduate students and professionals who are not enrolled at an academic institution

• Applied Psychology 
• Communicative Sciences and Disorders
• Health
• International Education 
• Occupational Therapy
• Teaching and Learning

This is not a complete list. We value diverse perspectives in our programs and encourage students from other majors and professions.

Students register for a total of 3 points and take the following course:

• OT-GE. 2332 Section 095 (Class # 20510)  Shifting to a Strength-Based Paradigm: A Focus on Autism - 3 points

Important Note: All program applicants are encouraged to meet with their academic adviser to determine if and how this course may be applied towards their program requirements and degree completion.

Sample Syllabus

Kristie Patten Koenig, Ph.D., OT/L, FAOTA
Associate Professor & Chair, Department of Occupational Therapy, New York University

Dr. Stephen Shore, Ed.D. 
Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Education, Adelphi University

• Steinhardt Graduate Tuition Fee (3 credits) - $5,385      
• Graduate Registration and Services Fees - $651
• Housing Fee - $700         
• Activity Fee - $400          
• GeoBlue International Health Insurance - Included

Estimated Direct Cost Total - $7,136

PLEASE NOTE: Students are responsible for purchase of transportation and airfare to/from program location. All students participating in the program are required to live in NYU-provided housing. Students are responsible for their own accommodations for travel beyond the program dates. 

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, Hipmunk, Vayama, Google Flights and Student Universe for student rates.

Students are encouraged to budget for study abroad programs based on individual needs using available online resources. Tuition, Housing, and Activity fees will be due based on the Bursar's Payment Schedule for Spring 2020.

Bursar’s Payment Deadline Dates

Learn about scholarship opportunities.

Housing arranged by Global Affairs in partnership with NYU London in university residence halls.

Students will reside in shared-occupancy residence hall rooms.

Accommodation dates correspond with the program dates listed above.

Flight: Students book their own travel to coincide with program dates. Please keep in mind that flights arriving into London typically depart New York a day in advance.

Passport: All program participants are required to have a valid passport, which must be valid at least six months beyond the program end date.

Visa: US citizens require a valid passport and do not require a visa for visits to the UK of less than six months in duration.  All other passport holders should check    with their respective visa requirements

Weather: In London, January temperatures tend to be milder than in New York, usually in the 40°s (Fahrenheit). There are occasional rain and very little chance of heavy snow. Visit BBC Weather for more information on local weather conditions in the United Kingdom.

Helpful links: US State Department, UK Border Agency, Center for Disease Control, Lonely Planet Guide, NYU in London

Visit the Steinhardt Study Away Student Resources Website

Visit the NYU Steinhardt Study Abroad Policies Page