Summer Study Abroad Programs FAQ

Am I eligible for the Summer International Programs?

Our programs are open to undergraduates, graduates, and post-graduates. Some programs have prerequisite course work or equivalent experience, or require permission of the instructor. If you have questions about prerequisites, please contact the Tisch Special Programs office. Students should talk to their departmental advisors to find out how the Summer International Programs would fit into their degree requirements. Transfer students should note that Tisch International Programs fulfill residency requirements.top

Will I need to be fluent in another language to attend?

No. All courses are taught in English and students with no previous language training are encouraged to apply. top

How do I apply?

You can apply here! Please note some programs require a writing sample, an audition and/or an interview.

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How will I be contacted regarding the status of my application?

The majority of correspondence during the application process is via email. It is advised that you check your email account regularly. Should our office need further information to evaluate your application, we may request information through email. If an interview or audition is necessary, an email will be sent to the account listed on your application. If you are accepted, wait-listed or declined from the program, you will receive an email.  A lot of our email is sent in bulk so you may need to set up email filters to receive mail from Tisch Special Programs into your Inbox. For questions regarding your application status, please send an email to tisch.special.admissions@nyu.edu.  If correspondence by email is not possible for you please notify our office when you apply.

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What programs require an audition?

The International Theatre Workshop: Amsterdam, The Netherlands requires an audition: The program is open to students with prior acting training or experience. Acceptance to the program is by audition/interview only. All students applying to this program must first contact Scott Loane in the Drama Department at 212-998-1872 or scott.loane@nyu.edu. All application materials must be sent to Allen rather than Special Programs.  Applicants for the other drama programs; Accra, Dublin and Florence and should submit an acting résumé along with their application. top

Do I need to do an interview?

You will be contacted via email if an interview is required for your program.top

Will I need to make arrangements for my own housing?

No. All Tisch International Programs include student housing. You live with other students participating in the program. As accommodation details vary by site, please contact the Tisch Special Programs office for more specific information.top

Are there additional forms of financial aid available?

Although Tisch Special Programs is not able to provide direct scholarships, students are encouraged to consult with their home institution regarding portable financial assistance such as Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, and PLUS loans. Students may also want to research independent sources of aid, compiled by such publishers as the Foundation Center, and/or investigate personal loans through a bank or credit union of their choice. Consult Peterson’s Financial Resources for International Study to find organizations that offer awards. We are building a resource center for the International Programs Office, which will include information on financial aid opportunities for study abroad. Additionally, the Office of International Students and Scholars at 561 LaGuardia Place, (212) 998- 4720, offers a resource center and library with limited information on study abroad scholarships and grants.  For more information on financial aid services go to www.nyu.edu/finanaid.html.

Matriculated NYU students are generally eligible for the same financial aid package they would receive for their study in New York. Students should consult with NYU Financial Aid at (212) 998-4444 regarding their personal situation and possibilities for aid. TSOA students may also contact David Stirk or Dory Smith-Wilson in the TSOA Student Affairs Department at (212) 998-1903.  Check out their website at www.nyu.edu/student.affairs/.

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Will I receive a grade report at the end of the semester?

NYU students can check their grade report through the Albert system online.   Visiting/Special students will not receive a grade report at the end of the semester; to receive one, you must request either an official or unofficial transcript in writing and sign your letter. You may either fax it to (212) 995-4145 or send it to the Office of the University Registrar, P.O. Box 910, New York, NY 10276-0910. For more details on what to include in your request letter: please contact the Registrar’s office (212) 998-4280 or visit their website at www.nyu.edu/registrar/03records.shtmltop

Will I need a passport and/or student visa?

If you are an American citizen, in most cases visas are not required for stays less than 3 months. However, since requirements change frequently, students should contact the appropriate consulate for up-to-date information. For information on international documentation, you can call the Office of International Students and Scholars (212) 998-4720.

You MUST have a valid passport in order to participate in our programs. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after the scheduled trip date. It is mandatory that you submit a copy of your valid passport with your confirmation form once you have been accepted. If it is necessary to obtain a visa for the trip, our office will provide the information on how to obtain a visa or other necessary travel documents. ** Please check to make sure your passport is valid and if you do not have a passport you need to apply for one NOW! You will not be permitted to participate in our programs without a valid passport. ** travel.state.gov/passport_easy.html

Please note:  Accra and Florence programs REQUIRE a student visa.

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What are the deadlines?

The priority application deadline is March 6, 2009. The Summer International Programs are processed on a rolling admissions so the earlier your application is submitted the better chances for getting into the course. If the course is filled then a wait-list will be applied for all our programs and we will accept applications past the deadlines if space is still available.top

How much do courses cost?

For the summer, TSOA significantly reduces the cost of taking courses for students by offering a lower tuition rate. Additional costs for travel, housing, food, lab fees, etc. vary by program. Please visit the following website for course information and program fees http://www.nyu.edu/summer/abroad/programs-tisch.html.