SIT Study Abroad: IHP - Cities in the 21st Century: People, Planning and Politics
- Location(s): Cape Town, South Africa: New York, United States: Barcelona, Spain: Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Explore urbanization and social justice in New York, Buenos Aires, Barcelona, and Cape Town. Through coursework, field visits, and homestays, examine how politics, economics, culture, and geography shape cities and influence the lives of urban cit... read more
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I saw how different people around the world. I saw my privileges and disadvantages on the world stage. Most importantly, I got to go to 3 different continents! Ailani F - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a whole new discipline, gained long life friends, and had my eyes opened to whole new ways of being. It was an indispensable life experience. James F - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Social skills, confidence, adaptability, acceptance. It was probably one of the best decisions I've made in my life so far. Yang T - Wellesley College View Entire Review
SO much. The comparative aspect helped me to learn a lot about myself and the US. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Yes, but because the people made it so. The program has a lot of potential and will hopefully improve upon its weaknesses, but know that you will ultimate create your own experience on IHP. Marly F - Barnard College View Entire Review
I went into the program being most interested about one thing (urban planning) and left knowing that I have to do something completely different (community organizing and youth work). This experience helped me to understand what it was about Urban Studies that truly interested me--and it was the people side of the coin, not the ... Angella K - Hamline University View Entire Review
I feel as though I have learned a lot through the experience and that it was definitely worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
The most valuable thing I gained from my experience abroad was a tangible shift in my worldview and, more importantly, the analytical tools (and friends/mentors) with which to continue to engage in these new perceptions back home. Ray C - Yale University View Entire Review
I was able to compare large issues through small experiences. I learned Wolof, which they speak in Senegal and have been able to use this many times in other parts of the world when I meet Senegalese vendors. I learned the importance of informal and formal settings. I learned to question everything. I learned to let people speak... David O - Providence College View Entire Review
Without a doubt. Jiezhen W - Wellesley College View Entire Review
a big emphatic yes. Anne C B - Barnard College 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):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Anthropology
- Geography
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology
- Urban Studies
- Sociology and Anthropology
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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