CIEE: Gaborone - Summer Community Public Health
- Hosted at: University of Botswana
- Location(s): Gaborone, Botswana
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
CIEE
Request Info
(For American Students)
With one of Africa’s most vital health care systems, Botswana is an engaging place to explore regional social and scientific health issues. Learn from successes and failures as you visit and assist at clinics. You will also have an opportunity to ... read more
All Reviews
I learned more from my experiences traveling and visiting clinics and hospitals than I did in any of my classes. I had to function independently and cook my own meals and learn how to use public transportation. I think it would've been a lot easier with more help and preparation from the program staff, but I definitely grew a lo... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I saw things from a different light. I saw things from a developing country perspective. Things move slowly, but they seem much happier about it quite honestly. There are things related to the health care system that was different, and things that should be improved. Because I went on this program, I feel like I have a clearer u... A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained a lot of perspective, and learned I am in the right major for me. It was definitely worthwhile. Jenny W - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained a lot of experience in the clinic setting in Botswana and that was absolutely incredible. I gained a lot of knowledge about Botswana, Setswana culture and lifestyle, and Batswana. It was definitely worthwhile, and while I wish that I had had the opportunity to live with my host family and work in the medical clinics al... Emily G - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about HIV and the cultural opinions on the pandemic. I learned a lot working in the clinics. Simply being in the culture was fascinating. The trip was definitely worthwhile. Dani M - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained an additional world view that has broadened the scope at which I interpret everything around me. It was definitely worth while. Carolyn W - Western Washington University View Entire Review
It was incredibly worth my while. I find myself talking about my experiences in Botswana all the time and learned the most about myself while I was there. I gained a lot of independence and self-assurance. Also, being exposed to their public health systems has mad me so much more passionate about the subject. Shawnda J - University of Minnesota - Twin Cities View Entire Review
The biggest impact this experience had on my was a personal one. I went from being a high-strung, busy student to one that has a more relaxed attitude about life. I was able to put a lot of things into perspective and feel that I have a more balanced life style. Shelby L - University of Kentucky View Entire Review
Even though I was only in Botswana for two months, it feels like a second home. I learned so much about their culture, but more importantly, about myself. My desire to have a future in both medicine and public health heightened and I am excited to continue to travel and experience other cultures. Ariana T - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Because the program was very poorly directed and run, my peers and I had to figure out how to make the experience worthwhile on our own. We planned our own trips and excursions and had the most amazing time with things we planned ourselves. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned so much from my time in Botswana, and I would highly recommend it. I loved my experience there. Alexandra G - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I learned how to adapt to a new lifestyle, and I got a glimpse into how health care is dealt with in another country. Brett S - Truman State University View Entire Review
I gained a lot of experience from working in the clinics and volunteering, which was what I was looking for. I met great people. The physical and cultural experience is more valuable than the classroom experience. Komal R - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
This was the greatest experience of my life. I learned so much about their culture as was welcomed into their own culture with open arms. This hospitality has shown me a lot about life and has given me new perspective on how to live my own. Going abroad also makes the world less intimidating and gives me a brighter out look on ... Christina S - Santa Clara University View Entire Review
I think the most important thing I learn was to be more assertive. Its easy just to let people have their way, but I learned to stand up for myself. To make it in a foreign country away from anyone you know you have to learn to stand up for yourself. Abigail P - University of Nebraska- Lincoln View Entire Review
Although I gained some important and applicable experience, it wasn't worth giving up the summer for. Sarah Y - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
About
With one of Africa’s most vital health care systems, Botswana is an engaging place to explore regional social and scientific health issues. Learn from successes and failures as you visit and assist at clinics. You will also have an opportunity to visit public health non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and hospitals to further learn about the country’s health delivery system. Engaging coursework, community outreach, language learning, homestays, and more will open this inspirational country to you, and stay with you long past summer.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Summer
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- African Studies
- African Languages, Literature
- Public Health
Minimum GPA:
2.5Website
Take me there!Statistics
CIEE Scholarships
Qualifying programs: all summer, semester or year-long CIEE programs
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Current attendee at an MSI
$2,000 for semester, $1,000 for internship, $500 for summer
Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifcations.
$200
Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program. Pell-eligible; first-come, first-served.
$1,000
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Sustainability and the Environment, or Tropical Ecology and Conservation summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs that offer research opportunities. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms for CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni.
10% discount
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Community and Public Health summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Enroll in more than one four-week summer session
20%
Federal Pell Grant-eligible students can receive a GAIN Travel Grant up to $1,000 when they complete their CIEE Scholarships and Grants application by our published deadlines. Gilman Scholarship applicants can receive a CIEE Go Global Grant AND a GAIN Travel Grant totally up to $4,000!
Up to $1,000 per student
CIEE offers substantial grants for students who choose our innovative Open Campus Block program. Available at 13 CIEE Global Institutes around the globe, Open Campus invites students across majors to study in up to three international locations in one semester.
Up to $3,000 per student
To increase access to study abroad by more students from Minority Serving Institutions (MSI), CIEE will cover 100% of program fees and travel costs for 10 students from 10 different MSIs to participate in an intensive 4-week, 3-credit summer study abroad program. To become a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow, students must be nominated and receive letters of recommendation.
100% of program fee and travel costs
Students who enroll in more than one four-week session receive a 20% discount off each additional session.
20% discount
Qualified applicants not chosen for a full fellowship are guaranteed a $1,500 program grant and possible university match, $3,000***
$1,500 per student
Videos
Featured CIEE Programs
Take your arts and sciences studies a step further with study abroad in South Africa. Cape Town is all abo...
CIEE’s Arts and Sciences program is designed for students to learn at a top-ranked Korean university and e...
A city celebrated by UNESCO for its outstanding design yet firmly rooted in ancient traditions, Seoul is a...
