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At Gallatin, students craft personalized academic paths with faculty advisors, enrolling in core Gallatin classes alongside courses across NYU's various schools. They broaden their perspectives through global study programs, create hands-on learning experiences beyond traditional classrooms, participate in civic engagement both on campus and throughout New York City, and synthesize their education during a culminating senior colloquium with an oral examination. Students can select from hundreds of courses university-wide each semester—including classes taught by distinguished scholars—while adhering to individual school prerequisites and program restrictions. This cross-school study approach fosters truly interdisciplinary education.
Experiential learning forms a vital component of Gallatin's curriculum, connecting academic concepts with real-world application. Through study abroad, internships, and community-based courses, students merge action with reflection, examine how theory informs practice, and gain valuable skills that foster both personal development and societal impact.