Global EXL Scholars Program | Forms Administration

Global Experiential Learning (EXL) Scholars is a selective yearlong sophomore program that provides an exciting opportunity to integrate economics, business, and finance into your Gallatin concentration through experiential, interdisciplinary, and creative learning that takes place both inside and outside the classroom, culminating in a Spring Break 2027 trip to Frankfurt, Germany - a major hub for finance and innovation.

Fall 2026: Students will enroll in a zero-credit seminar in fall and spring. Global EXL Scholars (studying in NYC) will meet once a month in fall. They will engage with prominent NYU Gallatin alumni, faculty, and industry leaders, take part in conversations on monetary policy, financial innovation, entrepreneurship, and global economic challenges, and engage in business/industry visits.

Students studying away may still apply. In lieu of the fall seminar, they will be required to complete an EXL course at their global study-away site.

Spring 2027: Scholars will participate in two seminar sessions and one pre-departure orientation before traveling to Frankfurt for an immersive field experience focused on European markets, finance, and monetary policy. The trip will include visits to the European Central Bank, Deutsche Bundesbank, major universities, fintech hubs, and global businesses. After the trip scholars will meet twice and collaborate in small teams on a white paper about the future of European monetary policy and innovation.

Internship Requirement: All scholars enroll in at least a one credit internship during the fall 2026 or Spring 2027 semester. While placement is not guaranteed, students in this program will receive individualized support for their internship search through Gallatin’s Office of Experiential Learning. Students who have already secured an upcoming internship are also encouraged to apply.

Student Information

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Adviser First Name

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Recommendation

Your recommender will receive an email asking them to fill out a short recommendation form after you submit your application. This recommendation does NOT include a letter of recommendation. The recommendation form should be submitted by April 6.

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Application

Personal Statement

In 300 words maximum, briefly introduce yourself: describe your concentration, academic and professional goals, your interest in economics, business, and/or finance, relevant extracurricular activities, and your interest in participating in the Global EXL Scholars Program.

Internship Goals

Global EXL Scholars are required to register for at least a 1-credit internship in either the fall 2026 or spring 2027 semester. While placement is not guaranteed, students will receive individualized support for their internship search through Gallatin’s Office of Experiential Learning. In 300 words maximum, describe your internship interests and goals. What type of internship placement(s) would you seek? What sort of experience are you hoping to gain? And what prior work/internship experience would you build on? If you have already applied for an internship, secured a placement, or would like to continue a placement from a prior semester, please briefly describe your situation.

Study Away Plans

Please outline any plans you have for study away during your time at Gallatin

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