Location
  • Indonesia
    • Bali
Term
Fall, Spring
Subject Areas
Anthropology Art History Arts Asian Studies Cultural Studies Performing Arts Religious Studies Social Sciences Sociology
Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships, BIPOC funding
Health & Safety

Program Details

Program Type
Direct Enrollment
Degree Level
Bachelors
Housing
Host Family
Language
Bahasa Indonesian

Pricing

Starting Price
19259
Price Details
See more info here: https://studyabroad.sit.edu/admissions-aid/financing-your-study-abroad/tuition/
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Airport Transfers Classes Travel Insurance
Jan 03, 2025
Sep 13, 2024
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About Program

Discover social change and the astounding dynamics of a highly pluralistic society in one of the most visually arresting, culturally diverse, and biodiverse parts of the planet. Bali, the program base, is known for its beautiful rice terraces, captivating beaches, lively temples, and distinctive art forms. Attend classes in an ancient palace, Puri Kerambitan. Then travel to witness Bali’s arts and religious ceremonies, including purification under the sacred fountains, processions to the river or ocean, the making of delicate artistic Hindu offerings, and dance performances lasting late into the night.

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Program Highlights

  • Explore black sand beaches, ancient temples, and rice terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • See how globalization is reshaping Balinese and Javanese arts, culture, and social networks.
  • Study six official religions and Indigenous beliefs; visit Buddhist, Confucian, and Hindu temples, unique syncretic churches, mosques, and bathe in the holy fountains.
  • Present and participate in an interfaith discussion to explore how people of different religions and beliefs coexist in Indonesia.
  • Meet Indonesian generational artists working in textiles, music, the arts, and performance.

Program Reviews

4.67 Rating
based on 6 reviews
  • 5 rating 66.67%
  • 4 rating 33.33%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Academics 4
  • Support 4.35
  • Fun 4.7
  • Housing 4.2
  • Safety 4.7
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Jasmine
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

SIT Study Abroad Summer- Biodiversity & Conservation in Bali & Borneo

I had the opportunity to travel abroad with SIT Study Abroad during their summer program in Indonesia. I was able to go with the funding of the Gilman scholarship and their critical need language award. We were mostly based in Bali and then traveled to Nusa Penida, Borneo, Java, then back to Bali. I was there for six weeks, and it was a very much a fast-paced program. It felt like we were always on the move, but it was also nice because we were always keeping busy and seeing so many new parts of Indonesia. I do want to add that as a vegan, it's very hard to keep up with this on the program, let alone being vegetarian. But overall, I loved the program and met so many amazing people that I still keep in touch with. I had so many great experiences:)

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
Part of the reason I chose this program was to see and learn about endemic species in Borneo, and we got to see orangutans at a national park! In Bali, we also went to the Bali Bird Park and saw various types of hornbills, beautiful birds with bright colorful beaks.
Pros
  • Learning a critical need language- Bahasa Indonesia
  • Seeing endemic species
  • Fast paced traveling, so you get to see a lot, but in a short amount of time
Cons
  • A little more rigorous than other programs
  • Less time spent in one place
  • The heat sometimes is a lot, but not too bad
54 people found this review helpful.
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Léa
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My semester in Bali

It was such an amazing experience to go to Bali. The people, nature, and energy can make us put the world on pause and put things in perspective. It was an incredible semester and if you are a student who wants to be challenged and learn how to be comfortable when feeling uncomfortable, this program will give you a safe space to do that. Being away from your culture makes everything a learning experience in which you must keep adjusting yourself to know how to fit into this new and strange environment.

78 people found this review helpful.
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Eli
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Fantastic cultural experience, but awkward academic experience

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What would you improve about this program?
We spend too much time in Bali--we perhaps spent three weeks out of three and a half total months outside of Bali. Considering that the program is about Indonesia (and not Bali exclusively), I would suggest branching out.
155 people found this review helpful.
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Cathleen
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Living Experientially - appreciation, gratitude, & living in the moment

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What would you improve about this program?
There could have been better guest speakers at the university lectures we attended. And perhaps more conversational practice in language class, especially at the beginning.
181 people found this review helpful.
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Jacey
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Culturally Enriching and Spiritually Freeing!

The staff in Indonesia are incredible. They are very involved with the students and the community and will do anything to help you. The fast paced and intensive language program is very beneficial for speaking to host families and locals. The lectures in combination with the many field trips will enhance your overall knowledge and immersion into Indonesian life and culture. Added bonus: the program center has amazing food!

What would you improve about this program?
I would have wanted more freedom and less tim in the classroom.
174 people found this review helpful.
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madehiggins
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Life Changing and Rewarding! Got a Fulbright!

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157 people found this review helpful.

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