SIT Study Abroad
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SIT Study Abroad is a program provider offering 73 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Internship abroad programs in 37 countries such as Australia, Cameroon, Chile, and Ecuador.
A pioneer in experiential, field-based study abroad, SIT Study Abroad provides academically engaging semester and summer programs in Asia and the Pacific, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East for undergraduate students.
SIT Study Abroad programs examine critical global issues in a specific cultural and geographical context. Studying with host country faculty and living with families, students gain a deep appreciation for local cultures, develop language skills, and become immersed in diverse topics ranging from the politics of identity to post-conflict transformation, from global health to environmental policy.
For more information, visit our website at https://www.sit.edu/.
Study Abroad with SIT Study Abroad
"I learned the language, the country, and the context. This helped me many years later, when I returned to Tanzania for PhD field work in Dar es Salaam. I could not only could I speak the language, but also feel comfortable. "
Ed Bourque Colby College
"I gained a lot of independence, learned a lot about myself, and developed the confidence to travel and jump into unfamiliar experiences. "
A student Rice University
"My experience was definitely worthwhile. I learned so many different things, but I'd say the most significant takeaway for me was bringing an intercultural perspective to the table whenever I consider economic, social, or political issues."
Matthew S Yale University
"What I am capable of. How much I can depend on myself and how valuable I am to myself. Independence and how to face what may seem daunting with calm and clarity and proceed."
A student Claremont McKenna College
"I learned so much about tropical ecosystems, Panamanian culture, Spanish, and how to function as a foreigner. I gained a more easygoing nature, an appreciation for what our world has and how much is at stake, and 12 lifelong friends. "
A student Bowdoin College
" I had the opportunity to go and see things that most other students don't. I truly did enjoy my experience abroad; however, there are some aspects of the program I feel need to change. I loved my fellow students on the program, our trips throughout the country, but there are things I would change about SIT. "
Stacey Debner Trinity University
"I became more independent, more go with the flow, and got a broader perspective in seeing the bigger picture. Definitely worthwhile. "
Sydney Segal Duke University
"I gained a new appreciation for indigenous people and the struggles they face on a daily basis and learned a lot about myself in a few short months. Completely worthwhile!"
Emma Fortmiller University of Redlands
"Yes, the program was definitely worthwhile. I learned that studying abroad can open up a wide variety of opportunities to learn others' culture and learn more about one's self. As the individualism slowly fades the cares of others' begins to take presidence in your life. "
Haleigh Hoskins Spelman College
"I learned how to be a balanced person. I realized that there is more out there than just schoolwork! It was extremely worthwhile!!"
Ava Pomerantz Davidson College
"Ecuador is an amazing country, and if you're interested in science or love the outdoors, there's no better way to experience it for a semester than through this program."
Henry Claremont McKenna College
"We, as foreigners, don't know anything about a certain country, its history, social issues, language, etc until you experience and learn from it from its people. "
Lenni J Marist College
"Advanced language and interpersonal skills"
A student University of Hartford
"Take whatever you think you know about a country you haven't experienced firsthand and put those beliefs behind you. No matter what you read, hear, think, or research about Brazil - you will be utterly surprised and taken aback when you actually experience the country with your own eyes. The northeast of Brazil, in particular, i..."
A student Wellesley College
"Completely worthwhile. I grew a lot from this experience and learned so much about public health and the intersectionality with race."
A student Claremont McKenna College
"A lot of personal development in terms of exploring alone in a new city and knowing more about my likes/dislikes along with how to advocate those things. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how I learned best. I have gone back to my home school more confident in what I want to study and I do thank my Academic Director for that."
Charlotte Copp Lewis & Clark College
"Yes, I greatly improved my speaking skills and I loved the ISP project. "
Dana McLaughlin Trinity University
"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."
Eva Miller Sewanee: The University of the South
"I learned about trade-offs between conservation efforts and human rights. I learned about privilege and about power dynamics between groups of people. I learned about local culture. I learned about struggles for dominance between groups of people and between people and animals. I learned how to be independent. I learned how to p..."
Claire B Trinity University
"SO worthwhile - i learned a lot about development and how complicated it is and actually learning that in a vietnamese context was super beneficial i also learned a lot about myself and became a more independent person"
A student Middlebury College
"I definitely learned that stepping out of my comfort zone was such a good thing. I feel like I can go anywhere now and have as many adventures as I want!"
Takisha Edwards Brandeis University
"I learned about South Africa's histories of colonialism, apartheid, and the liberation struggle. I had difficult, complex conversations about race, identity, privilege, and history with the other American students on the program. I reflected on current events in Cape Town and South Africa, and related them back to the United Sta..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned to be open minded when meeting and interacting with people who are very different from me. I learned about social enterprises and am inspired to continue in this field. I gained so much knowledge on different countries and cultures and lifestyles, as well as a set of new skills. "
A student Wellesley College
"This program completely changed the way I think about climate change and the systems it is embedded within. It provides important analytical frames through which to view the world, and offers an extensive itinerary for field-based learning"
A student Middlebury College
