# Social Impact

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Think Critically and Globally

##  Social Impact

Every day, business shapes and impacts the world around us. We encourage you to think critically about its role in society and your influence as a future leader.

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###  In Class

Our unique Social Impact Curriculum allows you to explore issues of personal and professional ethics, corporate social responsibility and the interconnections between business and our global society.

[Learn more about the curriculum](/programs-admissions/undergraduate/social-impact/social-impact-curriculum)

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###  Outside of Class

Our Social Impact Initiatives give you opportunities to apply classroom lessons to make a real-world impact through socially responsible pursuits in New York City, as well as while abroad.

[Learn more outside the classroom](/programs-admissions/undergraduate/social-impact/social-impact-initiatives)

##  By the Numbers

###  4

required social impact courses

[###  1998

](/programs-admissions/undergraduate/why-stern/numbers)NYU Stern introduced social impact to the curriculum

###  200

students who serve as Social Impact Fellows annually

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Sternies Say...

##  Sigrid

"One thing that makes NYU Stern unique is its Social Impact Core. I came to Stern to understand how business can shape the world in a better way by addressing the biggest issues society is facing today."

[Read more](/programs-admissions/undergraduate/stern-advantage/news/2017-november-nyu-stern-students-use-their-business-educations-effect-positive-change)

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