Ghana: International Issues in Nutrition and Food

Who can participate:

• NYU graduate students
• NYU undergraduate students who have:
  • 96+ earned credits by course start date
  • related coursework
  • approval from the faculty director as well as their advisor
• 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:

• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Food Studies
• Public Health
• Environmental Studies

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. 

This is a credit-bearing graduate Global course. Students self-register in Albert for the following course for a total of 3 credits:

• NUTR-GE 2301, Section 095 (Class #TBC): Topics in Nutrition and Food Studies: International Issues in Nutrition and Food: Ghana (3 credits)

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

Offered through the Department of Nutrition and Food Studies.

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 Program 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) - TBC
• Steinhardt Graduate Registration and Services Fees - $0 (these standard NYU fees are not charged for January term courses)
• Program Fee - TBC
• International Health Insurance - Included

Estimated Direct Cost Total - TBC

Tuition, Registration, and Program fees will be due based on the Bursar's Payment Schedule for the January term.

Out-of-Pocket Costs

Students are responsible for purchasing flights to and from the program location and will be notified when to book. We recommend comparing tickets on multiple sites to ensure the best fare.

In addition to airfare, participants should budget for other out-of-pocket costs, including 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. These costs will vary depending on individual students' budgets, preferences, and choices. Participants are encouraged to use the Study Abroad Budget Worksheet linked below to estimate these expenses.

Scholarships

NYU Steinhardt offers two short-term study abroad scholarships and maintains a list of additional external funding opportunities.

Study Abroad Budget Worksheet

The Study Abroad Budget Worksheet was created to help participants estimate the cost of their study abroad experience and identify any funding gaps. We encourage all students to complete the Worksheet to estimate their expected costs and funding sources. Contact the Steinhardt Office of Global Affairs with any questions.

PLEASE NOTE: This spreadsheet lists possible expenses and may not be all-inclusive of program costs. In addition, costs may fluctuate due to changes in currency exchange rates, airfare, personal preferences, and other factors. While this is a good tool for reviewing study abroad expenses, the results should be considered estimates.

Housing

Students stay in shared-occupancy housing arranged by the Office of Global Affairs. Your housing is included in your Program Fee. Group accommodation dates correspond with the program dates listed above.

Flight, Travel, and Visa Information

Flight: Students purchase their own flights to and from the program destination. Please keep in mind that flights arriving in Ghana typically depart from New York a day in advance. All participants are strongly encouraged to purchase refundable flights. 

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: Review visa information for this destination on the Global Affairs Study Abroad Resources Guide.

Vaccinations: To enter Uganda, all visitors must provide proof of yellow fever vaccination. Students planning to travel should schedule an appointment with a healthcare provider as soon as possible and at least 8 weeks before their departure date. This allows ample time to receive the yellow fever vaccine, discuss any other recommended vaccinations or preventive medications, and complete the visa process once the vaccine has been received. The NYU Student Health Center offers the Yellow Fever vaccine and other travel-related vaccinations and medications.

Pre-Departure Resources

Visit the Steinhardt Study Abroad Resources website and get a head start on preparing for your study abroad program experience.

Helpful links

• US State Department
• Center for Disease Control
• NYU Accra

Policies

All applicants should review the Office of Global Affairs Short-Term Graduate Courses Policies page prior to applying to study abroad.