SIT Study Abroad Jordan: Refugees, Health, and Humanitarian Action
Witness the massive humanitarian response to the regional refugee crisis, with a focus on refugee health. Understand the impact of refugees in Europe during an excursion to Turkey.
WHY STUDY HUMANITARIAN ACTION IN JORDAN?
Get a firsthand look at humanitarian emergency action in Jordan and Turkey, two countries critical to the response to the current refugee crisis. This is a unique opportunity to view the policies and priorities of UN agencies, international relief organizations, and Jordan’s government. In Amman, you’ll learn about the political and cultural factors behind the influx of refugees to Jordan, which continues to receive waves of refugees displaced by regional conflicts. You will also travel to Istanbul to learn from experts at health and humanitarian agencies.
Please visit the SIT Study Abroad website for details on the program highlights and details of coursework, educational excursions, and housing.
MONEY MATTERS
SIT is an all-inclusively priced study abroad program – including academic costs, excursions, accommodations and meals, airport transfers, and health insurance. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.
SCHOLARSHIPS
SIT has awarded an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in the past three years. All scholarships and grants are need-based. Awards generally range from $500 to $5,000.
CONTACT SIT STUDY ABROAD
· Visit our website: studyabroad.sit.edu
· Request more information or email us: studyabroad@sit.edu
· Call an admissions counselor: 888-272-7881
· Contact a former student.
· Apply to SIT
Read more about our admissions process here.
Academic Program
The program begins with a one-week orientation in Amman. After orientation, the following academic components of the program begin.
All students enroll in the following courses for a total of 16 U.S. semester credits (4 Pomona credits):
- Refugees and Displaced Populations in the Context of Jordan (0.75 Pomona credits)
- Research Methods and Ethics (0.75 Pomona credits)
- Independent Study Project (ISP; 1.0 Pomona credit) or Internship and Seminar (1.0 Pomona credit)
- Students elect to take either a 6-credit Modern Standard Arabic language course (1.5 Pomona credits) or s 3-credit Modern Standard Arabic language course (0.75 Pomona credit) and a 3-credit elective course, Refugee Health and Humanitarian Action (0.75 Pomona credit)
There is no CR/NC option on this program.
Excursions
Excursions help you learn about, analyze, and assess the humanitarian response to Syrian refugees and the socioeconomic impact of refugees on host communities and to hone your research skills. Excursions outside Jordan’s capital illustrate the sharp contrasts between urban and rural lifestyles. Please note that in order to take advantage of dynamic learning opportunities, program excursions may occasionally vary.
Living Arrangements
Except while on excursion, you’ll live with a family in Amman. The homestay provides an outstanding window into Jordanian urban life and culture. Most homestay families are middle class and maintain the customs of a typical Arab home.
Number of Students
SIT enrolls 10 - 35 students, selected from a national pool.
Host Institution
School for International Training (SIT)
Faculty Liaison
Eligibility
A college-level course with Middle Eastern content is highly recommended.
Student Experiences
Read about Ethen Lund's (PO'19) experiences in Amman.
Travel Advisories
