Health and Wellbeing Studies (Minor)

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Program Description

This 16-credit interdisciplinary minor in Health and Wellbeing Studies examines the biological, psychological, and social factors influencing health. Students explore topics like nutrition, psychology, community health, and the arts, and emerge prepared to address health disparities, social justice, and overall wellbeing while enriching their academic and career opportunities.

This minor is open to all students across NYU. Students looking to enhance their primary field of study with actionable insights on health will be prepared for diverse roles in healthcare, policy, education, media, research, and advocacy in the private, public, and non-profit sectors. This minor offers tools to critically engage with and influence the health landscape.

Minor Declaration

To request declaration of a minor, Steinhardt students should discuss requirements with the minor department’s advising team and complete the Minor Application in Albert. To request declaration of a cross-school minor, Steinhardt students should complete the online Minor Application available in their Albert Student Center. Students may also use the Minor Application in Albert to request cancellation of a Steinhardt or cross-school minor. For questions related to the declaration or cancellation of a minor, students can contact the Steinhardt Advisement and Registration Team at steinhardt.advisement.registration@nyu.edu.