SIT Study Abroad Mexico: Migration, Borders, and Transnational Communities
- Location(s): Chiapas, Mexico: Field Programs in Mexico, Mexico: Oaxaca, Mexico: Traveling in Mexico, Mexico
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Discover the contemporary realities of international undocumented migration and border enforcement and their immense human impact and political and social tension in the context of Mexico, Central America, and the United States. read more
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I honestly learned so much that it is not feasible to put into words. I learned about imbedded internationally imposed structures of inequality, community, privilege, and so much more. It was 100% worthwhile. Sophia Y - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My experience with “Mexico: Migration, Borders, and Transnational Communities” was invaluable to my personal, academic, and professional development. My coursework and immersion in Oaxaca, Mexico gave me the opportunity to expand and sharpen my understanding of Spanish by pushing me to engage with others in a variety of contexts... Alexis E - University of Louisville View Entire Review
Now, I feel like I can face any experience with confidence. With friends, faculty, and a host family that were ready and willing to support me, my experience living in a foreign country was unproblematic and enjoyable. Laney Z - The College of Wooster View Entire Review
I had a lot of personal, academic, and professional developments. I learned more about Oaxacan culture, immigration, and politics. This experience was worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I was able to practice the language, try new things, meet new people, and have experiences I'll never forget! Aiyana Smith - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned so much more about the U.S. and my own hometown than I expected. To explore my own system of beliefs and values from an outside perspective was eye-opening and perhaps the most important part of the experience. Jared Steiman - University of Tennessee - Chattanooga View Entire Review
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Discover the contemporary realities of international undocumented migration and border enforcement and their immense human impact and political and social tension in the context of Mexico, Central America, and the United States.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- International Law
- Security, Law Enforcement
- Political Science and Government
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SIT Study Abroad Scholarships
SIT Study Abroad awards need-based scholarships and grants. We do not offer merit-based awards at this time. Average awards range between $500 and $5,000 for our semester programs, and between $500 and $3,000 for our summer programs. Our scholarships and grants are available to all students accepted into an SIT Study Abroad program irrespective of citizenship, national origin, or home school. We do not require a separate scholarship application for each scholarship fund; eligible students will be evaluated for all funds for which they are eligible. Please note: SIT Study Abroad scholarships and grants are only applicable to tuition and room/board fees billed by SIT Study Abroad. We do not award scholarships or grants to cover any other expenses, including, but not limited to, immunizations, visa fees, books, or study abroad fees charged by your home school. If your home school has an established billing agreement with us, it is your responsibility to communicate with your home school as to how your SIT scholarship or grant will be passed on to you by your home school. For a list of available scholarships and grants, click here.
$500 - $5000
