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Nursing Practicum in Nepal

FSC is pleased to offer a Faculty Led Nursing Practicum in Nepal!
June 3-13, 2026
 

Since 2019, Professor Tesi Thomas has conducted medical missions in various regions of Chitwan, Nepal. Building on this experience, she is partnering with Manna Mission, a non-profit organization and subsidiary of Beth-Shalom Bhaisepati Church to offer a distinctive opportunity that fosters both clinical expertise and cultural competence skills. Each day, the FSC Nursing Team will work alongside Manna mission and members of the local community to provide medical and community services to individuals with limited access. These experiences offer students the opportunity to serve others while applying their nursing skills in real-world settings to meet community needs, highlighting the importance of transcultural nursing in providing compassionate and effective care across diverse populations. 

The team will reside at a Manna Mission residence in the mystical city of Kathmandu, nestled in the Himalaya Mountains, just beneath Mt. Everest! Prof. Thomas and local guides will introduce you to the rich culture, history, and cuisine of Kathmandu and other regions of Nepal.

The cost of tuition, housing, excursions in Nepal, and insurance for the 9-day nursing practicum/cultural visit in Nepal is $1690 (airfare and personal expenses not included). 

 

Financial Aid and Scholarships:

As long as the practicum satisfies your degree requirements, you are eligible for financial aid.

Students who receive Pell awards are eligible for the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship External link (early March 2026 deadline)

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Eligibility and information:

Open to all SUNY students majoring in Nursing or other health-related fields.
GPA Requirement: 2.75
Good disciplinary standing
Rolling admission until places are filled. Upon acceptance you will be asked for a $500 deposit to guarantee your place (January 31 deadline)
NUR 240 (Nursing Beyond Borders - 3 credits) 

Bio.: Tesi Thomas is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at FSC.