UW in India: Varanasi

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  • Location(s): Varanasi, India
  • Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Research

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Seeking a study abroad destination that is intense, exhilarating, and complex? The UW in India program, based in Varanasi, takes you into weavers’ workshops and musicians’ homes. The directed field study provides the chance to develop a research p... read more

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Seeking a study abroad destination that is intense, exhilarating, and complex? The UW in India program, based in Varanasi, takes you into weavers’ workshops and musicians’ homes. The directed field study provides the chance to develop a research proposal, carry out an in-depth investigation into a topic of your choice, and complete a 20-page final paper. The tutorial is a way to learn a new skill, like sitar-playing or Mehendi, or to give back to the community through an internship at a local organization. Language options include Hindi of all levels, and Urdu for advanced learners. You'll live in a guesthouse, with a local roommate, or with a host family. The program includes an orientation in Delhi and a four-day Traveling Seminar. No prior language instruction is required. CET partners with University of Wisconsin-Madison to operate this program. Students from all schools are welcome to apply.

Highlights


  • Conduct research and produce a paper—perfect for a grad school application or résumé

  • Extensive, long-standing network in Varanasi

  • Traveling Seminar that explores other parts of India

  • Courses taught in English + Hindi language classes

  • Hands-on learning with tutorials (e.g. Mehendi, Sitar, Kathak dance, etc.)

Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Research
Program Length(s):
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Urdu
Language Requirement(s):
  • Hindi
  • Urdu
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • Area, Ethnic and Group Studies
  • South Asian Studies
  • Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
  • South Asian Languages, Literature
  • Hindi Language, Literature
  • Bengali Language, Literature
  • Urdu Language, Literature
  • Liberal Arts, General Studies
  • Cultural Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Religion / Religious Studies
  • Sociology and Anthropology
  • Crafts, Craft Design
  • Dance
  • Design and Applied Arts
  • Fine Arts, Studio Arts
Minimum GPA:
3.0
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CET awards $400,000 in scholarship awards each year and supports the Fund for Education Abroad to lessen financial need as a barrier to study abroad. Most CET scholarship decisions are based on financial need, and scholarship awards are intended to encourage study abroad by helping to alleviate financial burden.

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