New York University in Buenos Aires

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires

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

Description: NYU in Buenos Aires is located in Argentina's vibrant capital. After nearly a decade of political and economic instability, Argentina is enjoying a period of renewed prosperity and plays a significant role in the history and character of South America. With its distinct European style, Buenos Aires, birthplace of the tango, is one of the largest port cities in the world and is considered the financial and cultural center of the country.

The NYU in Buenos Aires program upholds the academic excellence found at the University's other international programs. Students select from courses that adhere to the high standards of NYU; faculty consists of leaders in their field and includes influential politicians, world economists, recognized artists, and foremost scholars and researchers. A full-time, professional staff plans excursions and activities to help students become fully engaged with the traditions of daily Argentine life.

Highlights: The curriculum focuses on Latin American studies with courses available in subject areas such as politics, history, literature, and economics, as well as Spanish language courses. Most courses include field trips to significant sites in the city, and faculty members introduce students to leading professionals in their fields. Trips to museums, art galleries, concerts, and theatre performances, as well as special guest lectures, are an essential part of day-to-day course work. Students visit the editorial offices of Argentina's largest daily newspaper, Clarin; listen to lectures given by government officials; speak to children of the desaparecidos (activists who were abducted or killed during the Dirty War); and explore the birthplace of the tango in the neighborhoods of San Telmo and La Boca. NYU in Buenos Aires also encourages students to conduct volunteer work in their areas of interest.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Visit our Web site for the most up-to-date tuition and fees.

Experience Required: yes

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

This Program is open to American Participants.

Participants Travel to Argentina Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available. Need - and merit-based scholarships are available. Visit our Web site for a list of scholarship opportunities available each semester to students studying at NYU in Buenos Aires.

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment