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 a lot about the region, its challenges, its ecology and environment. I also learned a lot about myself. I see this program as a turning point in my life that helped me decide what I wanted and how to best get the most out of my academic and professional careers. "
Ayden S Boston College
"I gained life skills and a set of professional skills I can apply to future jobs. I was one of the few students who didn't have a STEM major. My major is politics with a minor in environmental science and I learned so much relating to environmental and social justice. Also, the field work associated with each module provides imp..."
Claire C University of San Francisco
"It was also an amazing learning experience for someone like me who is looking into get involved in organizations/non-profits related to migration. It helped me gain a better understanding of migration policy both in the U.S and Mexico. But personally, it also helped me learn how to adapt and navigate a new environment. "
A student Wellesley College
"I would choose to do this program again because I improved my language skills a lot, got to see many beautiful parts of Peru, eat delicious food, and had the unique opportunity to learn about relevant social issues from indigenous leaders and communities that have broadened my worldview and shaped my future interests. It was abs..."
Gillian F Kenyon College
"I learned that I am capable of leaving behind everything that I know and starting a life in another country. I am more independent and resourceful than I thought I was at the beginning of this trip. "
Madison W Brandeis University
"SIT Study Abroad Peru offers an incredible exploration of Peruvian history, culture, indigenous identity, and contemporary challenges. Through academic excursions that facilitate meetings and discussions with incredible leaders and scholars, immersive language learning, and interesting topics, there is a lot to learn on SIT's Pe..."
Emma U George Washington University
"I am really happy that I got to learn about a completely different culture/language and explore a new city/country! I got to know Buenos Aires quite well and made connections with people in the US and Argentina that I will continue to stay in contact with! I loved everything about this program and Argentina!"
Emma H University of Wisconsin - Madison
"I improved my Spanish a ton through this program. I also learned a lot about scientific processes and how environmental research is is conducted. Furthermore, I really enjoyed the experience of learning about Argentinian culture."
James M Rice University
"I learned how to analyze more effectively, think more critically, and validated the importance of organizing with hope. It was definitely a worthwhile experience. "
A student Wellesley College
"I became more confident in who I am and what I want at a more profound level/pace. So worthwhile "
Adriana J University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
"It was definitely worthwhile because I gained a new perspective on political theories and the way we look at international relations, and I also gained a sense of fulfillment from learning about another culture and getting the true abroad experience. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained an incredibly amount of knowledge and understanding inside and outside of the classroom. I felt challenged to look beyond the curriculum I'd been presented with at my home institution at the people and environments at the heart of tropical ecology. I was immersed in both local communities in Panama and in a community of..."
A student Rice University
"From the visits with indigenous communities in Patagonia and the north of Argentina to the engaging classes in Buenos Aires, this was a wonderful and fascinating program! I learned so much about the history, politics, and culture of Argentina, and through that, I developed my own political and social beliefs. I highly recommend ..."
Jenna M Claremont McKenna College
"I had a great time on this program. "
isabella b Wellesley College
"It provided me the perfect balance of academic rigor and space for individual growth and exploration. "
Alexandra F Northwestern University
"The program was definitely worthwhile! From living and immersing myself in a new country and culture, I learned invaluable lessons about a different way of life. I was challenged to push myself out of my confort zone and be okay with making mistakes. The things I saw and experienced have changed my point of view and perspectives..."
Casey B Duke University
"I gained a deeper appreciation for ecology and understanding of the research process through the ISP project. Interacting with people from around Panama also taught me a lot about sustainable agriculture, resource management, and community resilience. SIT Panama was 100% worthwhile for me. "
A student Carleton College
"During my experience abroad I learned a lot about the health care system in Argentina and had the opportunity to travel to Mendoza and Misiones to learn from professionals and witness first-hand what we learned about during our classes. Along with health care opportunities, I was also able to visit the mountains in Mendoza and g..."
Kaylin B Wofford College
"I learned a lot about the Nepal/Tibet (China) border and the legal status of Tibetan refugees. I also learned about Himalayan culture and language. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned from incredible organizers and academics about their work to advance social movements in Argentina and feel more confident in my understanding of themes like extractivism and ecofeminism. Living in Buenos Aires pushed me both to be more independent and to learn to lean on my support systems. I was so very grateful for ..."
A student Wellesley College
"It was 100% worthwhile! The level of learning, cultural immersion, and social connection I took out of this experience is beyond words. I gained a much broader perspective on life, and I feel so much more confident, both in my skills as a scientist and in my ability to thrive in the global community. Every moment spent in this p..."
A student Brandeis University
"This program gives you the opportunity to truly feel the cross-cultural experience. The experiential learning in this program is unmatched. You get the opportunity to go all over India, meet with NGOs and nonprofits, discuss the social issues that are being faced, understand the cultural context, and much much more. The challeng..."
Shivam R University of Pennsylvania
"I was able to improve my language skills (gaining confidence in reading, writing, and conversing in Spanish, I met fantastic and adventurous students from various universities across the U.S., I created strong bonds with Ushuaians, and I learned so much about the marine biology and ecology of Tierra del Fuego. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much about the Malagasy culture and about the people. It was worthwhile because it changed my outlook on many things and ignited a new passion I didn’t know I had. "
Kara D Georgia College & State University
"I learned about what an NGO truly is, how they work, the negative and positive obstacles or outcomes they produce, the refugee crisis in the Middle East, intercultural communication, and much much more that can only be learned through experience. It was most definitely worth-while."
A student Wellesley College
