Global Model UN New York 2027 takes place from 11 to 15 February 2027 at the InterContinental New York Times Square and the Westin New York at Times Square. Delegates take on country roles in United Nations simulations, with separate High School and University committees. Regular registration closes on 6 December 2026, and the delegate fee is $289 plus a payment fee. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the organiser's registration and conference pages and listed every fee and condition below. This is a paid conference run by WFUNA: it is not part of Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps (ESC).
Global Model UN New York 2027 at a Glance
🗽 Place: New York City, United States
🗓️ Dates: 11-15 February 2027
🏨 Venues: InterContinental New York Times Square and the Westin New York at Times Square
🎒 Levels: High School and University simulations
🏆 Track record: the conference page lists Best Large Conference awards for 2017 and 2019
🎓 Scholarship: an Application Excellence Scholarship is offered
Not an Erasmus+ or ESC Project: Please Read First
⚠️ Different programme: Global Model UN is a paid student conference and is not funded or run under Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps
💳 Fees apply: every registration type carries a fee, listed in the next section
✈️ Not covered: the registration page does not list travel or visa costs among its fees; participants arrange their own visa to the United States
Registration Fees
All fees below are in USD. They are subject to a 7% transaction fee charged through MyMUN; when paid by other means of payment, a 5% fee is added to the invoice.
🎓 Delegate fee per student: $289, MyMUN fee $21.75, total payable $310.75
👩🏫 Faculty Advisor fee: $189, MyMUN fee $14.23, total payable $203.23
👀 Observer fee: $209, MyMUN fee $15.73, total payable $224.73
Registration Deadlines
📅 Early Registration: 31 August 2026
📅 Priority Registration: 31 October 2026
📅 Regular Registration: 6 December 2026
The first two dates have already passed. Regular registration is the one still open.
Group and Individual Registration
Delegates can register as a group or individually, and the organiser recommends registering as a group.
👥 Group registration: meant for two or more students in a delegation, usually registered by a Faculty Advisor or teacher
🎁 Groups receive: a country assignment for each delegate, access to all social events, access to all conference materials, priority for country allocations and eligibility for group delegation awards at the closing ceremony
🧍 Individual registration: for single delegates and observers; underage individual delegates must be accompanied by a chaperone
🎁 Individuals receive: a country assignment (delegates only), access to all simulations during the conference (observers only), access to all social events and access to all conference materials
Five-Day Conference Schedule
📍 11 February: registration 10:00-15:00, Opening Ceremony 16:00-17:00, Opening Plenary 17:00-18:00
📍 12 February: training sessions and workshops 9:00-12:00, Simulation Session I 13:30-17:00
📍 13 February: Simulation Session II 9:00-12:00, Simulation Session III 13:30-17:30, Global Experience 19:30-21:30
📍 14 February: Simulation Session IV 9:00-12:00, Simulation Session V 13:30-17:00
📍 15 February: Simulation Session VI 9:00-12:00, Closing Ceremony 15:00-16:30, High School Social 20:00-23:00, University Social from 21:00, open ended
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High School Simulations
🌾 Food and Agriculture Organization: good nutrition
🧪 Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons: no topic listed on the page
🌱 UN Environment Assembly: strengthening international cooperation on the environmentally sound management of minerals and metals
⚖️ Human Rights Council: human rights in the context of climate change
🛰️ First Committee of the General Assembly: challenges and opportunities of technology to eradicate illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons
📈 Second Committee of the General Assembly: follow-up to and implementation of the outcomes of the International Conferences on Financing for Development
🧒 Third Committee of the General Assembly: policies and programmes involving youth
🧭 Fourth Committee of the General Assembly: mine action assistance
📜 Sixth Committee of the General Assembly: strengthening the rule of law
👩 Commission on the Status of Women: ensuring and strengthening access to justice for all women and girls, including by promoting inclusive and equitable legal systems, eliminating discriminatory laws, policies and practices, and addressing structural barriers
🤲 Commission for Social Development: advancing social development and social justice through coordinated, equitable and inclusive policies
🌐 Commission on Population and Development: ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages
🔎 Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice: strengthening crime prevention and criminal justice responses to prevent and combat fraud
🚑 Humanity Affairs Segment: special economic, humanitarian and disaster relief assistance
🧬 Commission on Narcotic Drugs: addressing the impacts of illicit drug-related activities on the environment
University Simulations
🩺 World Health Organization: impact of plastic on human health
👷 International Labour Organization: advancing the transformative agenda for gender equality in the world of work
🤖 UN Environment Assembly: sustainable use of artificial intelligence
🌽 Food and Agriculture Organization: sustainable soil management and food security
Application Excellence Scholarship
The Global Model UN NY 2027 Application Excellence Scholarship recognises outstanding applicants who show exceptional motivation, leadership potential and commitment to the values of international cooperation and global citizenship. It aims to reward applicants whose personal qualities and aspirations reflect the educational mission of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA) while widening access to the Global Model UN experience. The page does not state the amount or share of costs it covers.
Accommodation at the Conference Hotels
Global Model UN New York 2027 offers discounted hotel rates at the InterContinental New York Times Square and the Westin New York at Times Square, an elevator ride away from the simulation rooms.
💵 Venue discount: participants booked at the conference venue receive a 20% discount on their participation fees
🛏️ Longer stays: they can qualify for up to 15% off their entire stay if they stay beyond the conference
Visas and Letter of Invitation
🛂 Visa: participants must obtain their own visa to enter the United States through their local embassy or consulate; WFUNA is not responsible for securing visas and cannot assist in the process
🧭 Category: each participant must work out which visa category to apply for and is advised to consult the nearest US embassy or consulate
✉️ Letter of Invitation: after registration and payment, participants can request a Letter of Invitation to help with the visa process; it is not a visa letter
Why Times Square
The organiser describes the venues as central hotels within walking distance of Times Square, the Empire State Building, Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, so delegates can combine committee work with the city's museums, food scene and cultural life.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Global Model UN New York 2027?
The conference runs from 11 to 15 February 2027 at the InterContinental New York Times Square and the Westin New York at Times Square.
How much does it cost to take part?
The delegate fee is $289 per student plus a MyMUN fee, for a total of $310.75. The Faculty Advisor fee is $189 ($203.23 in total) and the Observer fee is $209 ($224.73 in total). A 7% transaction fee applies, or 5% for other means of payment.
What is the registration deadline?
Regular registration closes on 6 December 2026. The early (31 August 2026) and priority (31 October 2026) deadlines have passed.
Is Global Model UN part of Erasmus+ or the European Solidarity Corps?
No. It is a paid conference organised by WFUNA and is not run under Erasmus+ or ESC.
Can I register on my own?
Yes. Individual registration is for single delegates and observers, but underage individual delegates must be accompanied by a chaperone. The organiser recommends group registration.
Does the organiser help with visas?
No. Participants obtain their own visa. After registration and payment they can request a Letter of Invitation, which is not a visa letter.
Is there a scholarship?
Yes. The Application Excellence Scholarship rewards applicants with exceptional motivation, leadership potential and commitment to international cooperation; the page gives no amount.
Deadline
⏳ 06 December 2026
Links
🔗 Registration page: https://wfuna.org/program/global-model-un-new-york-2027-registration/
🔗 Conference registration on MyMUN: https://mymun.com/conferences/global-model-un-new-york-2027
