February 1, 2025; $75*
*The $75 application fee is non-refundable
May 15 - June 1, 2025
This interdisciplinary study abroad course will use St. Kitts and Nevis as a microcosm with which to develop cultural sensitivity and a deeper understanding of global health, ethical issues, disaster preparedness, international collaboration, leadership, and community based participatory research among diverse populations. This interdisciplinary course is open to all UVU students with an interest in Global Health or International Disaster Preparedness. There are no prerequisites. This course also fulfills the BSN in Nursing NURS 441G course requirement, meets the Global Intercultural undergraduate general education elective requirement, and is designated a service-learning course. Students will have the opportunity to attend lectures by national government and health care leaders, visit acute and community health care facilities, disaster shelters, and engage in community based collaborative education, service, and research projects. They will be immersed in the rich history and Afro-Caribbean culture and natural beauty of the islands.
Students should talk to the faculty Program Director (Raiden Gaul) for advising on which class to take.:
NURS 441G - St. Kitts & Nevis: Interdisciplinary Global Health and Disaster Preparedness (3 credits)
NURS 495R - Nursing Independent Study Abroad in St. Kitts and Nevis ( credits)
Students that have already taken NURS 441G should take the NURS 495R course.
NOTE: There will be online orientation assignments May 12-14 and online assignments due after travel by June 25.
Must be 18 years of age at the time of departure
Minimum G.P.A.: 2.0
Prerequisites: University Advanced Standing and Instructor Approval
Students with Academic Standings registration holds at the time of application received for falling below a 2.0 GPA in the previous semester(s) will not be allowed to study abroad and should not apply. Students who fall below a 2.0 GPA in the Spring semester may be withdrawn from their Summer study abroad program (possibly with no refund).
Physical Requirements:
Students in NURS 441G will be required to walk around community neighborhoods in the heat and humidity. The country is not ADA adherent and a person with mobility needs would be challenged in this country. There are no elevators in multistory buildings and sidewalks are nonexistent except in the port area. Hotel rooms, cultural, historical, and natural sites for learning activities may not be ADA accessible for wheelchairs. Students may be required to walk moderate distances on uneven surfaces, climb stairs and get in and out of vehicles.
Study Abroad typically involves a lot of walking! Make sure that you will be able to walk long distances over uneven surfaces.
Travel during the summer in foreign countries can be uncomfortably hot and humid. Air conditioning is not always available.
Students on study abroad must be able to independently navigate in a foreign country and be able to follow specific instructions. This may include figuring out and using public transportation, making their way through airports, negotiating large crowds, and making smart decisions related to their own safety in unfamiliar circumstances.
*Accessibility services vary from country to country. Contact the Office of Education Abroad if you require such services. Students with significant physical or mental health needs should discuss their suitability for study abroad travel with their medical professional, UVU Student Health Services, UVU Accessibility Services, and/or family before making the decision to apply.
The program fee covers in-country housing and transportation, excursions, 1 group meal and international insurance. The program fee does not include the listed Additional Estimated Costs.
$2680
The student is responsible for these additional costs:
Students over the age of 73 at the time of travel may be required to purchase a supplemental international health and evacuation insurance plan through GeoBlue (approx $200-$500+)
Students should be prepared to pay out-of-pocket for travel disruptions including lost luggage, possible COVID tests or quarantine stays if required by the host country for entry or exit, missed flights, etc.
All students are required to pay a $75 non-refundable application fee .
*UVU study abroad tuition is charged as an additional study abroad fee in your student account. It is separate from the study abroad program fee and regular UVU summer tuition. It is not factored into the "equal payment" calculation of the UVU Tuition Table. Study Abroad students are advised to only take study abroad courses during the block of their study abroad program.
There are some scholarship opportunities that are available from UVU and nationally. These scholarships are competitive and have varying application dates. Please click here for more information.
Pell Grants and Student Loans may be applied to the program, based on eligibility. Speak to the UVU Study Abroad Advisor (LA 209) and a Financial Aid Advisor for more information (BA 105).
UVU Faculty/Staff Dependent Tuition Waiver benefits may not be used to pay for study abroad tuition or fees.
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Students are strongly encouraged to read the U.S. State Department’s country information webpage for the most up-to-date information on travel advisories, entry, exit, and visa requirements, safety, security, health, and other important travel factors.
