November 3, 2024; $75* *Application fee is non-refundable.
May 14-31, 2025
UVU Nursing students have been traveling to Samoa to assist the country with healthcare initiatives since 2011. During 2016, the Director General of the Ministry of Health requested for the UVU team to focus on early childhood development, specifically focusing on well-child checks at the primary schools. We will also be conducting screenings for Diabetes on adults in Samoa. UVU Nursing faculty, staff, and students will be working in tandem with indigenous healthcare clinicians to gather basic health information for approximately 2000 children each year. UVU students will be engaged using real-world contexts within the curriculum and having "hands on" activities in Samoa that will increase their confidence and professional competence.
*Students should consult with the faculty program directors regarding which courses to take for this program.
Students will take an orientation course in the Spring 2024 semester. Students must take at least one credit during the semester of:
NURS 4320 Nursing in the Community (2 credits)
and
NURS 4325 Nursing in the Community Clinical (1 credit)
or
NURS 495R Independent Study (1 credit)
Must be 18 years of age at the time of departure
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 Students who fall below a 2.0 GPA in the Spring semester may be withdrawn from their Summer study abroad program (possibly with no refund).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: Moderate to strenuous activity at times. No wheelchair accessibility.
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.
Fee covers airfare from Los Angeles to Samoa, in-country housing and transportation, excursions, some meals, international insurance. The program fee does not include the listed Additional Estimated Costs.
$2600
*This cost is tentative and based on the current exchange rate and program plans. This cost may be updated due to exchange-rate fluctuations or program changes.
*Within 5 days of acceptance into a Study Abroad program, you will be required to pay a $500 non-refundable commitment deposit to confirm your spot. See the Refunds and Cancellation policy.
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.
