November 6, 2020; $75 Fee*
*$75 application fee is non-refundable.
May 13 - June 28, 2020
Since 2011, UVU Nursing students have been traveling to Samoa to assist the country with healthcare initiatives. During 2016, the Director General of the Ministry of Health requested the UVU Team to focus on early childhood development, specifically focusing on well-child checks at the primary schools.
We will be conducting screenings for Diabetes on adults in Samoa. UVU Nursing faculty 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.
Program Sites:
*Students should consult with the faculty program directors regarding which courses to take for this program.
NURS 4320 Nursing in the Community (2 credits)
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to BSN-completion program and *University Advanced Standing
NURS 4325 Nursing in the Community Clinical (1 credit)
Prerequisite(s): NURS 3405 and *University Advanced Standing
NURS 495R Independent Study in Nursing (2 credit)
Prerequisite(s): NURS 2410, Departmental approval, and University Advanced Standing*
*University Advanced Standing - 24 credits completed, GPA 2.0 or higher MAT 1030 and ENGL 2010 or equivalent.
Must be 18 years of age at the time of departure
Minimum G.P.A.: 2.0
Physical requirements: Moderate to strenous activity at times. No wheelchair accessability.
*Accessibility services vary from country to country. Contact the Office of Global Engagement if you require such services.
Fee covers airfare from Los Angeles to Samoa in-country housing and transportation, excursions, most meals, international insurance.
$3140
*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.
The student is responsible for these additional costs
UVU tuition ($495 for 3 credits at $165 per credit hour)
Roundtrip international airfare SLC to LA (approx $300)
Discretionary spending (approx $200)
Passport (approx $135)
All students are required to pay a $75 non-refundable application fee
There are some scholarship opportunities that are available from UVU and nationally. These scholarships are competitive and have varing application dates. Please click on the following here for more information.
Pell Grants and Federal Insured Student Loans may be applied to the program, based on eligibility. Speak to a Financial Aid Advisor for more information (BA 105).
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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.
