FAQs
About:
Which site is compatible with my major or college?
Students may attend locations that are academically compatible with their major and age. Capacity at each location is on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, please visit the Site Eligibility page of our website.
Do I need to know a foreign language to study in Greece or Costa Rica?
No. All classes, with the exception of the language course, are held in English. Students will take a language placement test upon arrival to place them in the appropriate level of Spanish or Greek. However, students will find it helpful to learn a few key phrases on their own before departure.
Financial Matters:
How can I find out what is included in the cost of the N.U.in program and how to pay for it?
For more information on the cost and inclusions of The N.U.in Program, please visit the location > financial matters > cost & fees page. For information about financial aid for the spring semester, please contact Student Financial Services.
Academics:
What kinds of courses do N.U.in students take?
Students will take a course specific to the host-country and its culture, the one-credit Global Experience course in conjunction with service learning, as well as courses that fulfill NU Core and/or major requirements. For more detailed information on courses, please visit the “Academics” pages for each location.
Service-Learning:
Why are N.U.in participants required to do service-learning?
The main aim of the Global Experience course and service-learning experience is to help participants prepare for, gain from and reflect upon their term abroad as a profound global experience. By actively engaging in the local community, participants will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the local language, history, and culture.
Health & Safety:
Do students need special health insurance while abroad?
Yes. Students are required to have international health insurance coverage while abroad. Please see the “Health & Safety” pages for more information.
Orientation:
Will there be an orientation for students before they go abroad?
Yes. Please see the “Pre-departure Orientation” page for more information on this orientation.
Will there be an orientation for students once they return to Northeastern?
Yes, students will attend a one-day orientation on-campus prior to the start of classes in the spring semester. Students will receive more information about the spring orientation via email in mid-October.
Travel:
How are students supervised when they are abroad?
The N.U.in Program provides a comprehensive 24/7 staff to support students while they are abroad. Please visit the “Contact Us” page for a description of each staff person.
Are students allowed to travel in country and internationally while at an N.U.in site?
Yes. Students must fill out a “Program Deviation” form whenever they leave the city. Please see the travel pages for more information.