SIT Study Abroad: Tunisia & Italy - Politics & Religious Integration in the Mediterranean

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Tunisia and Italy sit at the crossroads of the Mediterranean region. Here, you will study the interplay between migration, regional politics, and religious relations. In Tunis, the country’s capital, the birthplace of the Arab Spring, you will exa... read more

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I learned more Arabic and got to experience Tunisian culture, which has aspects of Arab culture and French culture combined. This was very worthwhile and I don't regret my decision. - Wheaton College, MA View Entire Review
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I learned how to live in a new place, maneuver life without speaking the local language, and develop meaningful and lasting relationships far from my comfort zone. It was totally and completely worthwhile. - Sewanee: The University of the South View Entire Review
Past Review Awesome
To adapt no matter what the situation - University of Hartford View Entire Review
so worthwhile. I'm more confident, cultured, better at languages, and have had an incredible experience - Fordham University View Entire Review
Past Review Lifechanging
I learned a lot about the migrant situation in Africa and Europe. As well as a lot about local Tunisian culture and politics and I learned a lot about myself. - University of Iowa View Entire Review
It was absolutely worthwhile. I learned so much about the country, started learning Arabic, and honed new research skills. I gained confidence about living abroad and has since shaped my decision to look to live abroad in the region long term. - New College of Florida View Entire Review
i gained friends, and realized alot about international affairs and relations, that made it worth it. - Austin College View Entire Review
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Tunisia and Italy sit at the crossroads of the Mediterranean region. Here, you will study the interplay between migration, regional politics, and religious relations. In Tunis, the country’s capital, the birthplace of the Arab Spring, you will examine Tunisia’s Jasmine Revolution and peaceful transition to democracy. During a three-week excursion to Sicily, a port of call for irregular migrants, you will explore issues of migration, meet with NGO activists and migrants and hear harrowing stories of the crossing of the Mediterranean Sea on makeshift boats. During the excursion to the south of Tunisia, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage holy sites of Kairouan and spend nights in Amazigh troglodytes (cave dwellings) and on the UNESCO World Heritage Island of Djerba with its oldest synagogue (El-Ghriba) in the world and characteristic Abadi mosques. On the way back to Tunis, you will spend a night in the coastal city of Mahdia, the capital of the oldest Shia Dynasty in Islamic history.

Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Program Length(s):
  • Fall
  • Spring
Instruction Language(s):
  • Arabic
  • French
  • English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • Near Eastern Studies, Middle Eastern Studies
  • Religion / Religious Studies
  • International Relations
  • Political Science and Government
  • Sociology
Minimum GPA:
2.5
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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

Deadlines:
April 1 for summer programs May 15 for fall programs November 1 for spring programs

Guidelines/Requirements:
The SIT Study Abroad scholarship application process has been fully integrated into our online program application.

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

Deadlines:
April 1 for summer programs May 15 for fall programs November 1 for spring programs

Guidelines/Requirements:
The SIT Study Abroad scholarship application process has been fully integrated into our online program application.

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

Deadlines:
Deadlines April 1 for summer programs May 15 for fall programs November 1 for spring programs

Guidelines/Requirements:
The SIT Study Abroad scholarship application process has been fully integrated into our online program application.

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

Deadlines:
April 1 for summer programs May 15 for fall programs November 1 for spring programs

Guidelines/Requirements:
The SIT Study Abroad scholarship application process has been fully integrated into our online program application.

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

Deadlines:
April 1 for summer programs May 15 for fall programs November 1 for spring programs

Guidelines/Requirements:
The SIT Study Abroad scholarship application process has been fully integrated into our online program application.

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

Deadlines:
April 1 for summer programs May 15 for fall programs November 1 for spring programs

Guidelines/Requirements:
The SIT Study Abroad scholarship application process has been fully integrated into our online program application.

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

Deadlines:
April 1 for summer programs May 15 for fall programs November 1 for spring programs

Guidelines/Requirements:
The SIT Study Abroad scholarship application process has been fully integrated into our online program application.

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

Deadlines:
April 1 for summer programs May 15 for fall programs November 1 for spring programs

Guidelines/Requirements:
The SIT Study Abroad scholarship application process has been fully integrated into our online program application.

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

Deadlines:
April 1 for summer programs May 15 for fall programs November 1 for spring programs

Guidelines/Requirements:
The SIT Study Abroad scholarship application process has been fully integrated into our online program application.

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