CIEE: Khon Kaen - Community Public Health
CIEE
Study abroad in Khon Kaen and gain an in-depth understanding of the role of public health in Thailand. The program combines classroom-based academics with extensive field work that offers hands-on experience, visits to private and public health ag... read more
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I learned so much about another culture, people, and language that I didn't really know anything about before going abroad. What was worthwhile about the program is that by placing myself in a different context, it was only then did I learn so much about myself. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned communication skills, how to work in small groups, how to be brave and take risks in a country I'd never go to, and how to travel alone! A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned all about Thai culture as well as my ability to cope with being in a different community. Julie Ehrlich - Middlebury College View Entire Review
It put the world into context and made me realize what is truly important. Emily H - Middlebury College View Entire Review
About how BIG the world is. It is crazy large. And everyone should have an opportunity to see it. It was 100% worthwhile. Brenna K - Providence College View Entire Review
This experience was a great chance for me to experience life in a culture very different from my own. The academic content was interesting and raised my awareness about world issues in health care. It opened my eyes to different jobs and ways of life. Taylor W - Carleton College View Entire Review
Not only did I gain an awareness of issues in Thailand, but I learned about issues in America. I also learned how to work effectively in groups and most importantly about my self and how to be the best me possible. Jessica B - University of Rochester View Entire Review
I got to see a Thailand that most tourists don't get to see. We traveled a lot throughout Thailand to places where there were mostly only Thai tourists. Julia B - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Because of the location of the program, you get a very immersive experience in that many of the locals do not speak English. My time in Thailand felt very "authentic". The classes were honestly nothing too special, but they provided experiences I would not have been able to have at my home university. There are homestays which s... A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about healthcare systems, the Thai educational system, friendships, self-reliance, I can't put it all here. I would do it all again in a heartbeat. yuki w - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was mostly a self-confidence booster for me. I made time to travel by myself, meet people, find pretty places and think. It was most definitely worthwhile Koby C - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I gained a more global perspective on everyday experiences.It was very worthwhile. I learned so much about Asian culture and cannot wait to return to Thailand and the surrounding countries. A student - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
It has impacted my outlook on life, and rearranged my priorities . made me more confident and i do not question my intellect Claire S - Western Washington University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself first and foremost. I also learned about the values of Western society versus an Eastern society. In general, it was an amazing experience that really changed and shaped my life and my way of living. Kathryn K - University of Washington View Entire Review
About
All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- Thai
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Asian Studies
- East Asian Studies
- Thai Language and Literature
- Public Health
Minimum GPA:
2.5Website
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CIEE Scholarships
Qualifying programs: all summer, semester or year-long CIEE programs
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Current attendee at an MSI
$2,000 for semester, $1,000 for internship, $500 for summer
Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifcations.
$200
Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program. Pell-eligible; first-come, first-served.
$1,000
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Sustainability and the Environment, or Tropical Ecology and Conservation summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs that offer research opportunities. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms for CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni.
10% discount
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Community and Public Health summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Enroll in more than one four-week summer session
20%
Federal Pell Grant-eligible students can receive a GAIN Travel Grant up to $1,000 when they complete their CIEE Scholarships and Grants application by our published deadlines. Gilman Scholarship applicants can receive a CIEE Go Global Grant AND a GAIN Travel Grant totally up to $4,000!
Up to $1,000 per student
CIEE offers substantial grants for students who choose our innovative Open Campus Block program. Available at 13 CIEE Global Institutes around the globe, Open Campus invites students across majors to study in up to three international locations in one semester.
Up to $3,000 per student
To increase access to study abroad by more students from Minority Serving Institutions (MSI), CIEE will cover 100% of program fees and travel costs for 10 students from 10 different MSIs to participate in an intensive 4-week, 3-credit summer study abroad program. To become a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow, students must be nominated and receive letters of recommendation.
100% of program fee and travel costs
Students who enroll in more than one four-week session receive a 20% discount off each additional session.
20% discount
Qualified applicants not chosen for a full fellowship are guaranteed a $1,500 program grant and possible university match, $3,000***
$1,500 per student
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