New York University Shanghai

Location: China: Shanghai

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer

Dates: Fall (Sep to Dec), Spring (Jan to May)

New York University

http://www.nyu.edu/studyabroad

NYU Office of Global Program 110 East 14th Street, Lower Level New York, NY 10003-4170 United States

Call Us

Phone: 212 998 4433

Fax: 212-995-4103

Description

NYU Shanghai is located in the heart of China's most invigorating city. Known for its economic prowess and long history of foreign influence, China is the world's fifth largest exporter and one of the fastest-growing economies. Shanghai, a busy metropolis with strikingly modern architecture, is the perfect locale from which to observe the interplay of various forces moving the country forward. NYU Shanghai draws prestigious faculty from local universities, including East China Normal University (ECNU), one of the country's premier institutions of higher learning and home to a renowned school for teaching Chinese as a foreign language. Additionally, ECNU sponsors many of China's key research institutes in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.

At NYU Shanghai, students find courses in a variety subjects taught by NYU faculty or local scholars, including Chinese language courses at all levels, ECNU liberal arts courses taught in English in many different subjects, and liberal arts courses taught in Chinese for NYU students with advanced Chinese language skills. U.S. and Chinese students take courses together in order to maximize the cross-cultural experience. NYU's renowned Leonard N. Stern School of Business also offers courses at NYU Shanghai, making it possible for business majors to fulfill many degree requirements while away. Outside of the classroom, internships and community service opportunities engage students with local culture and traditions.

Highlights

During orientation week, students meet with local business leaders in different industries to secure internships and sign up for community service activities. Participants are also informed of a number of cultural activities organized by the full-time, on-site support staff throughout the semester. In past semesters, students visited the Maglev train, the Yuyuan Gardens, and the City God Temple. Cooking lessons, visits to the homes of some of the citys Old Town residents, and a Chinese acrobatic show are also scheduled for those who want to further their understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$:

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Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

Housing: NYU guarantees housing for all NYU Shanghai students. Options include an on-campus residence hall for international students and off-campus, furnished apartments.

Credit Available

no

Experience Required

yes

    Applicants are generally registered at an accredited college or university in the United States. Students who participate in NYUs global programs have completed their freshman year of study and have attained a GPA of at least 3.0.
This Program is open to

American Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Apartment/Flat
  • Other

Participants Travel to China

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves
  • Online Application plus Application Assessment
New York University's Mission Statement

International education is a long-standing part of New York University's global mission which includes a wide range of initiatives both in the United States and abroad to facilitate the exchange of knowledge across international boundaries. NYU's study abroad tradition began in 1958 when NYU in Madrid opened its doors to American students. Since then NYU's offerings of international opportunities has expanded rapidly and includes fully staffed academic centers in eight countries, exchange partnerships with some of the world's most prestigious universities in 18 countries, short term summer programs in 17 countries, and specialized learning programs like film directing and nursing.

Year Founded

1958

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