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Turkey (Türkiye): Global Perspectives in Higher Education

Graduate Study Abroad

The Republic of Turkey is a modern nation created in 1923 amid the collapse of the Ottoman Empire. It is located at the nexus of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, and is a powerful presence in the global economic and political culture. The last 100 years have seen a unique and evolving blend of secular advances and Islamic traditions. Our global course explores Turkey's robust higher education system, which we explore through visits to the three major centers of historical and cultural interest, which are also the major centers for universities and colleges. We will begin in Istanbul (formerly Constantinople) and then travel to Ankara and Izmir, where we will also spend a day visiting the World Heritage site of Ephesus and other sites of antiquity. Meeting with policy scholars, university leaders, students, and faculty, we will explore issues of curriculum, relationship to labor markets, student socio-economic status, and issues of diversity and equity.

Location:

Istanbul, Ankara, and İzmir, Turkey

Program Dates:

January 8-18, 2025 (tentative; subject to change)

Faculty:

Teboho Moja, Clinical Professor of Higher Education, Department of Administration, Leadership, and Technology

Ann Marcus, Professor of Higher Education; Director of the Steinhardt Institute of Higher Education Policy, Department of Administration, Leadership, and Technology

Application Deadlines:

  • Priority Deadline: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
  • Regular Deadline: Thursday, October 17, 2024 (admissions continue thereafter on a space-available basis)

Find the application link and instructions on the "How to Apply" page

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:

  • Higher Education
  • International Education
  • Sociology of Education
  • Education and Social Policy
  • Public Administration 

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:

  • HSPE-GE 2154, Section 095 (Class #1376) - Global Perspectives in Higher Education: Turkey (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.

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) - $6,555
  • Steinhardt Graduate Registration and Services Fees - $0 (these standard NYU fees are not charged for January term courses)
  • Program Fee - $1,550
  • GeoBlue International Health Insurance - Included

Estimated Direct Cost Total - $8,105

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

Out-of-Pocket Costs

Students are responsible for purchasing flights to and 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: KayakGoogle Flights, and Student Universe

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. Students are encouraged to research potential costs by using online budgeting tools such as Numbeo, Expatistan, and Budget Your Trip.

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

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 book their own travel to coincide with program dates. 

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

Visa: A visa is required for all US citizens to enter Turkey. For US citizens, the tourist visa is valid for 180 days. For further guidance on visas and other non-immigration matters, contact OGS Outbound Student Services at ogs.outbound@nyu.edu.

Helpful links: US Department of StateCenter for Disease Control

Pre-Departure Resources

Visit our online Steinhardt Study Abroad Resources Guide 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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