SIT Study Abroad: India - Sustainable Development and Social Change
SIT Study Abroad
Examine India's socioeconomic development trends and how rethinking development is gaining urgency for shaping sustainable social change.This program examines the diverse factors, internal and global, shaping India's development strategies and pat... read more
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Honestly, I'm not sure yet. More patience, maybe, an ability to connect with people who are really different from me, a greater understanding of what poverty and development mean. Definitely had strong impact on cultural awareness, and most likely on future career. Still processing though. Rebecca G - Carleton College View Entire Review
YES. Abbie P - State U View Entire Review
Yes. As a South Asia Studies and Theatre major I found this program very rewarding. Sohini P - Wellesley College View Entire Review
YES!!! Kate D - Carleton College View Entire Review
Going on this trip just made me want to travel even more. It made me realize how much I don't know about so many other countries. Francesca S - Trinity University View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was one of my favorite parts of college. It is such a distinctive sensation to leave a country that you found initially difficult, unfamiliar, and very foreign, feeling like it is home, and that you understand it, at least to some extent. It was empowering to discover how easily I could adapt to circum... KateC - Tufts University View Entire Review
I learned more about myself through this program than about sustainable development or social change or even India. I think that is more important. Kathryn G - Ithaca College View Entire Review
Yes, the experience was amazing. Especially getting an opportunity to work with ngo's in India that helped me gain so much experience and living with a host family helped me to appreciate the culture I was immersed in with. This program gives a great understanding of the idea of sustainability in both non-profit and political s... Rigi P - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Yes, it was worthwhile. I learned a lot about different ways of living. I learned a lot about myself, and how to be more resourceful and patient. I also am much better at adapting and dealing with uncertain situations. Megan B - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Changed my perspective on everything!! I just hope my perspectives won't rub off! I will definitely be going back to India soon to gain them again. but don't go to India to "find yourself" because most likely India will just throw you off your horse completely and leave you stranded and confused with a bruised tailbone. instead ... Katherine S - Barnard College View Entire Review
Study abroad was amazing, as was living in India for so long. I have become a stronger, more independent person because of my experiences. I would absolutely do it again, though maybe with a different program in India. I am so glad I did this, though at times it was more challenging than I ever could have imagined. I was more ho... Hayley M - Wellesley College View Entire Review
About
This program examines the diverse factors, internal and global, shaping India's development strategies and patterns. You will gain foundational knowledge of India’s past, present, and future development paradigms, economic growth, and development alternatives. The program is based in Jaipur, a historical city in the state of Rajasthan.
Major topics of study include:
- Development concepts, theories and approaches
- India’s transition: post-1990s
- Rural and urban development: crisis, challenges, and response
- Moving beyond developmentality
- Creating a roadmap for sustainability in India and radical ecological democracy (RED)
- Development alternative interventions and case studies
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- English
- Hindi
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Asian Studies
- International Relations
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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 alumni of EIL summer high school programs who also participate in SIT Study Abroad programs. $1,000 for semester programs and $500 for summer. A $400 scholarship is also available to students who indicate that they have an immediate family member who has participated in an EIL or its College Semester Abroad program.
$400 - $1,000
For students enrolled at Hispanic-serving institutions, including member institutions of HACU who demonstrate financial need, SIT will award a $3,000 scholarship for participation in a semester program and $2,000 for a summer program.
$2,000 - $3,000
For students enrolled at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and who demonstrate financial need, SIT will award a $2,000 scholarship for participation in a semester program or $1,500 for a summer program.
$1,500 - $2,000
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 US 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 participate in two 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
An average of $4,500 (amount varies) is awarded to one female student, 22 years of age or younger, who demonstrates international awareness and a desire to create a more peaceful world through international exchange. This scholarship is available for summer programs only.
$4,500
This $10,000 scholarship opportunity is for one student per year. The student must demonstrate extreme financial need, attend an HBCU (or other minority-serving institution), be a first-generation college student, and have never previously traveled abroad.
$10,000
SIT matches Federal Pell Grant funding up to $2,500 for semester students who use their Pell Grant to help pay the cost of their SIT program. Students utilizing their Federal Pell Grant for SIT Study Abroad summer terms receive up to a $1000 match.
$1,000 - $2,500
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