The Graduate Institute Geneva
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The Graduate Institute Geneva is a program provider offering 3 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad abroad programs in 1 country such as Switzerland.
The Institute was created in 1927 at the time of the League of Nations. It was then the first academic institution in the world entirely devoted to the study of international affairs. Its vocation is to analyse and stimulate critical thinking in the fields of international relations and development issues through its teaching (master and PhD programmes), research, executive education and public events.
The Institute fosters interdisciplinary dialogue, drawing on the main social science disciplines (anthropology, development economics, international economics, international history, international relations, political science and sociology), as well as international law.
Intellectual excellence is at the heart of the Institute’s mission, driven by the conviction that only rigorous enquiry and critical thinking can provide concrete solutions to the world’s challenges. The Institute’s commitment to critical enquiry goes hand-in-hand with its dedication to international cooperation and human solidarity.
Study Abroad with The Graduate Institute Geneva
"I learned that it is important to be the foreigner, even if you are constantly surrounded by a diverse, international cohort or community. While I didn't meet many Swiss people in Geneva, likely because it houses many international organizations, I met many people I never would have crossed paths with at my home institution. I r..."
Yewon J Wellesley College
"Be proactive and talk to your peers. If you encounter some problems, chances are others have/are experiencing the same!"
A student Wellesley College
"Having grown up mostly in East Asia and the United States, the program in Geneva was an amazing opportunity to view global issues from a more European point of view. I would definitely enroll again. "
Bona H Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about the practicalities of international relations specifically around international law and diplomacy. I also learned how to be by myself in a healthy way. I think those elements were worthwhile to me, but I would not pick this same program again. "
Isabella G Wellesley College
"I learned so much and got to study in courses I never would have been able to take in undergraduate in the US -- such as sustainable finance and impact investing. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned more about the international community including law and institutions which made it very worthwhile "
Alicia B Wellesley College
"I gained experience traveling Europe"
A student Wellesley College
"I gained not only academic knowledge from my classes but more significantly for me personally, a lot about different cultures and what life in Europe can look like. It was absolutely worthwhile and I’d consider living in Europe after I graduate. "
A student Wellesley College
"It was worthwhile. I spent a lot of time alone during my time in Geneva which was incredibly important for learning about myself and finding more security in myself. My classes were also informative but I think I learned the most about how to live on my own. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained confidence, independence, and language skills. It was worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"I took a lot of interesting classes from professors who were experts in their field and strengthened my writing skills"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to live independently. Overall, the program was a net neutral. Not worthwhile but not entirely useless."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to become independent and about international organizations which was very interesting!"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to live on my own, take care of my own administrative tasks, and find fun things to do while being pretty alone most of the time. I did get an internship in international affairs in Europe for the summer, partially because the organization I applied to was familiar with IHEID. So that was a big plus. Lastly, I had ..."
A student Wellesley College
"Although I experienced a lot of inconveniences in Geneva, from the housing administration to the Cantonal Population and Migration Office, the program gave me exposure to international organizations and development studies, which I otherwise would not have received. I also learned how to live independently. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained lots of independence and I think it was worthwhile for that reason."
A student Wellesley College
"A worthwhile experience - from learning french and more about international relations and development to exploring the city and different countries."
A student Wellesley College
"Geneva is a great location if you are interested in working for international organizations. There are numerous networking events in and outside of school that you will get a lot of opportunities to meet people who are currently working in one of the international organizations in Geneva or have worked there before. "
A student Wellesley College
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Jillian M Wellesley College
"Grew a lot in terms of learning to be really independent and how to thrive in a completely international city. Was worthwhile, but I felt unsupported initially."
A student Wellesley College
"Visited many IOs and travel to many countries in Europe"
A student Wellesley College
"-Studied near a lot of NGOs and GOs -Exposure to international relations -Interesting classes on international law and history -Was worthwhile "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained such a critical cultural experience thanks to my travels in and out of Switzerland and the program itself taught me a lot about IR as a field and a career and gave me a better grasp of what I want to do with my future. The classes were all really cool and interesting and I really enjoyed all of them. Living alone in a f..."
A student Wellesley College
"It was a great experience on living more independently. It was incredibly worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"The program was excellent academically and gave me a crash course in living completely independently (which was a bit overwhelming at times but ultimately a good experience). The other students there were fantastic and since it is a graduate program, had often had careers of their own before returning to higher education (though..."
A student Wellesley College
