St. Kitts & Nevis: Global Health and Disaster Preparedness 2026

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)

 

NOTE: There may be coursework during the summer before and after travel. 

 

 

 

 

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 Students who fall below a 2.0 GPA in the Spring semester may be withdrawn from their Summer study abroad program (possibly with no refund).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 will be required to walk moderae distances on uneven surfaces, climb stairs, and get in and out of vehicles in the heat and humidity.

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 UVU Accessibility Services 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. 

$2190

 

The student is responsible for these additional costs:

• UVU study abroad tuition* ($615 for 3 credits at $205 per credit hour)
• International Flight (approx $1000-$1400+)
• Meals (approx $450 for restaurants and groceries)
• Discretionary spending (approx $100 - $500 based on personal spending needs)
• Passport ($165)

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.