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
"Just living in a culture that's so vastly different from American culture changes the way you look at the world. The lifestyle becomes a part of you, and you'll find yourself getting angry at the news for portraying the Muslim world in such a simplistic and usually inaccurate way. Learning to understand perspectives that in many..."
A student Northwestern University
"I learned about what interests me. (Public Health) I learned about a whole different world outside the United States. I learned about the kindness and hospitality that most Moroccans exude. I gained an enriching experience traveling the country and seeing the different regions of Morocco. I learned how to express myself. I..."
A student Oregon State University
"This program helped me solidify the topic for my major thesis and has lead me to pursue a Fulbright fellowship in Morocco so I can continue my research. This program really was life reaffirming for me."
A student Georgetown University
"Morocco and Rabat itself are fantastic; please direct-enroll into Mohammad V University if possible."
A student Wellesley College
"I was able to greatly improve my Spanish proficiency. I learned about a different culture and way of living outside of the US. I learned to live on my own and take risks. "
A student Wellesley College
"Absolutely worthwhile. I gained a much more critical perspective on the US and on Americans (and I already had a critical perspective). I learned too much to even begin to pull together in this box."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about health systems and research methods. "
A student Wellesley College
"I definitely believe my study abroad experience was worthwhile. When I was initially searching for a program, I knew I wanted to challenge myself and really learn about a topic I am passionate about. I think IHP really enriched my understanding of the world and people and I cannot imagine myself in the future doing something unr..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about the culture and history of Vietnam. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"Definitely worthwhile. With this program especially, you have to take and seek the opportunities given you. You won't be forced into it. TRAVEL. Switzerland is int he middle of Europe and traveling is super cheap. Definitely do it."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a great perspective on biology outside of the classroom through my independent project and made some amazing American friends that I never would have met otherwise. It was definitely worthwhile and I learned a lot about myself and the things in life that make me happy."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned SO MUCH. This was my first time out of the country and I really feel like my entire worldview and perspective has changed. I would go back in a heartbeat."
Imogen R Brandeis University
"My Spanish definitely improved, and through the independent project I gained confidence in myself and my research and writing abilities. It was worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I loved this program! I learned a lot about the culture and society of Argentina but I also learned a lot about myself such as how I learn, what I want do with my future, etc. I studied abroad in Spain and by far had a more powerful experience on this program in Argentina."
Elizabeth B Gettysburg College
"It it difficult for me to summarize what I learned. At a most basic level I gained an understanding of another countries public health systems and improved my Spanish. On a deeper level I learned a lot about my own values and the type of person I want to be and the role I want to take on in the health field during my career."
A student Middlebury College
"It was incredibly worthwhile. I got the chance to travel all over Chile and become fully immersed in the culture. I grew more confident in my ability to speak Spanish and navigate all kinds of situations. "
Sarah E Washington University in Saint Louis
"I learned so much. About myself, about the world, and about people in general. Was it worthwhile? Maybe the most worthwhile thing I've ever done."
Matthew C Claremont McKenna College
"I became fluent in Spanish; learned an incredible amount about Argentina's social, political and economic history; integrated myself into Argentinian culture; saw and experienced things I never would have dreamed of; and made the most incredible memories that I still think about every single day."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained so much - I made deep connections with my host families, learned so much about South Africa and its history, I learned the importance of patience and flexibility, taking things one step at a time, and the power and importance of human connection"
A student Wellesley College
"The Health and Community Development program at SIT offered everything I was looking for in a study abroad experience: a coursework focused on public health issues, a hands-on learning approach, complete cultural immersion, lifelong friendships, and the opportunity to learn a new language in its native environment. I was able to..."
Jennifer D University of Massachusetts Amherst / UMass
"It was absolutely worthwhile! I learned so much about Ecuador, and gained a lot of confidence in myself from living abroad."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained so many new friends and took hold of the Icelandic saying that everything works out in the end. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a confidence for trying the new and foreign. it was incredibly worthwhile"
Noah S Middlebury College
"Gained great independence, learned a ton about Argentina and it's political system, it's society, and daily life, had amazing excursions. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about very new ecosystems which was really valuable as an ecologist. I enjoyed the field excursions and found myself ready to return to the rigor of my home institution afterwards. "
A student Middlebury College
