Greece
Travel Dates: April 2-11, 2027
GLOBAL HEALTH
This study abroad program in Athens, Greece offers nursing students a hands-on introduction to global healthcare through immersive, real-world experiences. Designed for both undergraduate and graduate students, the program combines community engagement with guided reflection to deepen understanding of health and care in an international context.
Students will collaborate with public and private healthcare systems and gain supervised, direct patient care experience alongside Augusta University faculty in a hospital setting. By engaging with local communities and healthcare professionals, students build cultural awareness, strengthen clinical skills, and develop a broader perspective on global health.
Program Eligibility: BSN/DNP only
International Travel & Health Information
Important Dates
Study Abroad Fair
- 9/9/2026, 10AM-1PM
- JSAC Breezeway
Flight & Airport Navigation Workshops
- 11/6/2026; 11/13/2026
$200 Initial Program Fee, Application & 2nd Payment Deadline
- 12/3/2026
Flight Purchase Window
- 12/4/2026 - 1/14/2027
Final Payment Deadline
- 1/5/2027
Sweet Send Off
- 3/9/2027, 5PM-6pm
SAO Orientation
- TBD
Contact Us
Study Abroad Office
Summerville Campus
Suite 251
Program Cost
*Please note that the program fee is not final and should be used for planning purposes only.
Estimated Program Fee
- Transportation
- Lodging & Some Meals
- Mandatory Excursions
- Health Insurance
Airfare
- Purchased Individually
- Students must attend a mandatory workshop before purchasing flights
Tuition & Fees
- Tuition and fees are billed at the same rate per credit hour as on-campus classes
Not included: CFAR insurance, some meals, optional excursions, and spending money.
Courses Offered
Choose 1
NURS 3500: Global Health (3 credits) | Must be in the BSN program
NURS 7486: Global Health (3 credits) | Must be in the DNP program
Program Leaders: Dr. Colleen Walters and Dr. Diane Robillard
This is a spring program. Classes will meet pre- and post-travel.
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