Study Abroad

Tandon students are invited to participate in an international experience through Tandon Global.

Students can apply for a variety of study abroad programs where they have the opportunity to pursue a uniquely rewarding educational experience overseas.

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Build Your Global Perspective

The skills you develop while studying abroad will add another layer of expertise to your growing portfolio of experiences and better prepare you to address the challenges of the 21st-century global economy.

Studying abroad offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in another culture and engage with people, places, and history beyond the traditional classroom. Living and learning in another country can deepen your understanding of international perspectives, strengthen your adaptability, and help you communicate more confidently across different customs, traditions, and languages.

Hear from Our Students

Explore study abroad through the experiences of Tandon students. These student blogs offer firsthand perspectives on academics, daily life, cultural adjustment, travel, and memorable experiences abroad. Posts include personal reflections, photos, and videos that provide an authentic look at studying in another country.

Global Honors Student Blogs ↗ Tandon Traveler Blogs ↗

Study Abroad & Global Opportunities

NYU Tandon students have access to a wide range of international opportunities designed to enrich their academic experience, broaden their global perspectives, and support their personal and professional growth.

We have organized these opportunities into two categories to help you explore the programs available and identify experiences that align with your academic, personal, and professional goals.

Semester Study Abroad

Spend a full academic semester studying at one of NYU's 15 Global Network sites or participate in the Tandon International Exchange Program, which provides access to more than 20 leading engineering institutions around the world. These programs allow students to pursue coursework toward their degree while immersing themselves in a different academic and cultural environment.

Short-Term Global Programs

Explore international opportunities during J-Term, summer, and other academic breaks. Options include Tandon-exclusive experiences such as Global Career Treks and faculty-led programs, as well as coursework, research, and internship opportunities offered by international partner institutions. Students can also participate in programs through Tandon's Global Innovation Initiative (GII).

Explore Your Opportunities: Review the Semester Study Abroad and Short-Term Global Programs sections below to learn more about available programs and how to participate. Each section also includes a dedicated FAQ guide covering academic planning, eligibility, applications, and other important considerations to help you prepare for your experience.

Semester Study Away

Short Term Global Opportunities

Tandon Signature Programs

Explore exclusive short-term global experiences developed and administered by NYU Tandon, including Global Career Treks and faculty-led programs designed to connect classroom learning with international industry, culture, and professional development.

Additional Short-Term Global Opportunities

Discover summer and J-Term opportunities in coursework, research, and internships offered by our international partner universities and other NYU schools. These programs are administered independently by their respective institutions, with students applying directly through the program provider.

Portal Overview:

Here, you can explore everything you need to plan and apply for an international experience:

  • My Applications: Apply to Tandon-exclusive semester and short-term international exchange programs and track your application status. If you are applying to an NYU Global Site, such as NYU Abu Dhabi or NYU Paris, please proceed to the NYU Study Away application .
  • Semester Exchange Programs: Explore our international partner universities. Each listing includes information about suitable majors, housing, location highlights, registration requirements, and more.
  • Course Offerings: Browse courses that have already been pre-approved for study abroad credit. Courses are organized into evaluated and pending-evaluation categories and are updated regularly.
  • Request Course Evaluations: Submit a course for review if you find an offering at an NYU Global Site or international exchange partner that is not currently listed under Course Offerings.
  • Tandon Exclusive Short-Term Programs: Review Tandon-exclusive January, Spring Break, and Summer programs that are currently accepting applications.
  • Partner-Affiliated Short-Term Opportunities: This directory brings together a wide range of opportunities (summer research placement, international internship, or short-term academic program) from universities and institutions around the world — including NYU Tandon's partner universities and beyond.

For help navigating the portal, please review the Tandon Global Portal Guidebook .

Incoming International Exchange Student Information