SIT Study Abroad: Chile - Public Health, Traditional Medicine, and Community Empowerment
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My semester abroad in Chile utilized lectures, discussions and shadowing to fully understand the topics of public health, traditional medicine, and community empowerment in the Chilean, Peruvian, Aymará, and Mapuche populations. Throughout the semester our program traveled to the towns of Temuco in southern Chile, Putre in the h... Nicole M - University of Colorado - Boulder View Entire Review
Confidence in the language, an amazing second family, life long friends and travel companions, and an understanding of Chilean culture and public health. Sayre W - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned about the Chilean health care system and about traditional methods of medicine. My Spanish improved more than anything. I think the lessons I learned outside of the classroom were the most important. I learned about the importance of challenging myself and I learned about how to communicate in another language. Zoe T - Tulane University View Entire Review
I learned that study abroad programs are really catered towards a particular student. I also learned that a lot of Americans are ignorant about global issues regardless of how much they learn inside the classroom. This particular study abroad program really tried to integrate the American students into its culture and I also saw... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I had so many unique, once in a lifetime experiences that I think I could have only experienced through this program. Love Chile to the fullest. It is an incredible country with such a youthful energy. I am fascinated by this country and inspired by everyone I met, including my American classmates. A student - Brown University View Entire Review
So much. It was definitely worthwhile, and I would do it all over again. Melissa C - Ithaca College View Entire Review
Definitely increased my cultural awareness, taught me skills about going our and experiencing and documenting on my own, but mostly gave me the time and resources to do it. Monica W - Sarah Lawrence College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself, a lot about how others view Americans, and about the universality of people. Carolyn W - Tulane University View Entire Review
It was amazing overall. There were some bumps and the Spanish program was seriously lacking, but if you take initiative and are interested in the program's focus areas you'll do great. Krista D - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My study abraod program was worthwhile!! I feel that I have a better understanding especially of how another functioning health care system can work. In addition I feel as though I have become more confident in talking to people that I do not know and putting my self into situations that are unknown. Laura S - Simmons College View Entire Review
I really can't put it into words. Everyone who has the opportunity to do this program should. I'm so so inspired. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned so much about Chilean culture and also about the Chilean health system. I also learned about the indigenous groups in Chile and about how their negative relationship with the country and resulting inequality Emily N - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I cannot fully describe what I learned in words. One must have to go on the program and experience it for themself to completely understand what I learned from my experience on this program. I learned an immense amount about Chilean culture, family, and of course Spanish. I learned how to live and integrate into a language and c... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned so much about the indigenous populations of Chile from within the populations. It was an experience that not just any tourist, or even Chilean, could have. I learned a lot about myself and my ability to cope with unfamiliar situations. It was completely worthwhile. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I was able to learn about an indigenous culture and participate in shamanic ceremonies and I made some wonderful friends. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned so much I couldn't possibly write it all here, or even write it anywhere for that matter. Would recommend this program to anyone!! Caitlin B - Villanova University View Entire Review
I have a strong desire to continue travelling and learning about other cultures and hope to live abroad again one day. Samantha S - Tulane University View Entire Review
Absolutely! Rebecca G - Carleton College View Entire Review
Absolutely worthwhile. I'm presently continuing the research that I began during my time in Chile-- namely, how poor diets and insufficient levels of physical activity are making the children of today likely to have shorter, lower quality lives than their parents. I'm also now able to apply my Spanish during research-related a... Sheila C - Trinity University View Entire Review
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Please visit the SIT Study Abroad website for details on the program highlights and details of coursework, educational excursions, and housing. Apply today!
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
Language Requirement(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Hispanic and Latin American Languages, Literature
- Health Professions
- Health Sciences General
- Medical Administrative Services
- Public Health
Minimum GPA:
2.5Website
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SIT Study Abroad Scholarships
Students who are Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) Scholars will receive a $2,000 award for SIT Study Abroad semester or summer programs.
$2,000
To recognize and support Experiment alumni who also participate in SIT Study Abroad programs. Experiment alumni will receive a $1,000 scholarship for semester programs and $500 scholarship for summer programs. A $400 scholarship is also available to students who indicate that they have an immediate family member who has participated in an Experiment in International Living or an SIT Study Abroad program.
$400 - $1,000
The Federal Pell Grant Program provides support to undergraduate students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. At SIT Study Abroad, we are dedicated to breaking down financial barriers and enabling students to engage in international learning experiences. Our commitment is evident through our Pell Grant Match program, which matches up to $2,500 for semester-term students and up to $1,000 for summer-term students who receive Federal Pell Grant funding at their home colleges and universities. This initiative empowers students with financial need to engage in transformative experiences abroad, regardless of economic constraints.
$1,000- $2,500
To recognize students participating in this community service program. Upon receipt of confirmation from a student’s Bonner mentor, SIT will award $2,500 for semester programs and $1,000 for summer programs.
$1,000 - $2,500
To recognize students participating in the National Security Education Program (NSEP) funded award, which focuses on study abroad in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad. Upon receipt of the student’s Boren confirmation letter, SIT will award a $1,000 scholarship.
$1,000
For students enrolled at Big 10 Academic Alliance universities. Eligible students demonstrating financial need will receive a $1,500 scholarship for semester programs and a $750 scholarship for summer programs.
$750 - $1,500
This is an automatic scholarship to recognize and support students who participated in one or more SIT Study Abroad programs, including alumni of short-term summer programs. The scholarship will be applied to a student’s second full term of study with SIT. The scholarship is $1,000 for a fall or spring semester program or $500 for a full-term, international summer program.
$500 - $1,000
For students with demonstrated financial need who enroll in any SIT Study Abroad program. The SIT Fund aims to help promote study abroad opportunities worldwide.
TBD
This is a scholarship to recognize and support students who participated a custom program at SIT. The scholarship is $1,000 for a fall or spring semester program or $500 for a full-term, international summer program.
$500- $1,000
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