Global Study

As an NYU Liberal Studies freshman abroad, you will have the unique opportunity of completing your first-year degree requirements at one of NYU's exciting centers in Florence, London, or Paris.

Students take pre-approved courses that allow for them to stay on track with their degree requirements and graduate on time. Programs are uniquely designed for Liberal Studies Freshmen students and run for the full academic year.

Students will follow the same rigorous Liberal Arts curriculum as NYU’s Washington Square Campus and make a seamless transition to their sophomore year in New York.

Prospective and incoming students can educate themselves on making the decision to start their freshmen year away by visiting the Admissions website. They can also refer to the sites in the left-hand column for information about making the selection.

Admitted and current students should refer to their respective Freshmen Year Abroad blogs (links to the left) for more information on current deadlines and advising issues.

The Sophomore Year Away

Core Program students are encouraged to study away from New York during the sophomore year at one of NYU’s global campuses either in the fall, spring, or summer semesters. The first step in planning to study away is to start your research by following the advice below.

Step One: Look Far and Wide

Consider all of your options (see column on left for upperclassmen)

Research the academic strengths, housing options, and character of the city and site at www.nyu.edu/studyabroad

Step Two: Meet with a Global Academic Advisor

After setting your academic goals and researching your study away options, schedule an appointment to meet with a Global Academic Advisor in Liberal Studies Office of Global Programs to discuss how your proposed site fits into your academic plans. Contact ls.abroad@nyu.edu to schedule an appointment.

Step Three: Familiarize Yourself with the Local Cultural Centers

NYU has cultural centers for each of the sites:

Get on their mailing list; start attending cultural events

Helpful Tips: Know Your Requirements, Deadlines, Apply Early, Submit Petition

Stay on Top of Your Transition Requirements: Make sure to consult with a Global Academic Advisor in the Liberal Studies Office of Global Programs to ensure that the Liberal Studies Core requirements are met.

Apply and Petition: Students are encouraged to apply by the priority deadline, and are required to submit a Study Away application through the Central Office of Global Programs. In addition, students must submit a petition through the Liberal Studies Office of Global Programs to take Cultural Foundations III and Social Foundations III in the same semester for study away in their sophomore year.

The Junior Year and Beyond

Students will have an opportunity for overseas study at one of NYU’s global campuses even after transition from Liberal Studies. To plan for a junior experience away from Washington Square campus, students are encouraged to research early, consult with a Global Academic Advisor, and consider their strategy in course planning.

Gallatin-bound students should note that they will not be permitted to study away from the Washington Square campus in the first semester of their Junior Year and should plan appropriately.