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SIT Study Abroad: IHP Climate Change

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Program Overview

Witness the causes and impacts of climate change in diverse cultural and ecological contexts across four continents. Explore how food, water, and energy systems intersect with justice and sustainability while traveling to Ecuador, Morocco, Nepal, and the United States. Meet with farmers, energy providers, policymakers, and activists to analyze challenges and solutions. Explore some of the world’s most productive, unique, and vulnerable landscapes to witness how climate change impacts regions differently and how communities are responding to the climate crisis.

This program offers the choice to do a minor in environmental studies.

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SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, meals, 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.

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Program Highlights

Meet climate justice movement activists in California fighting for social change.
See how energy and agriculture policy impact local communities in Morocco.
Examine the complex nexus of food, water, and energy systems in Nepal.
Experience the unique biodiversity of the Galapagos Islands and learn about the ongoing efforts to protect them.
Describe how colonization, industrialization, capitalism, and neoliberal globalization have contributed to the unprecedented growth of carbon (and other GHG) emissions.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Medical / Accident Insurance
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Emergency Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  • Casablanca, Morocco
  • Kathmandu, Nepal
  • California, United States

Fields & Subjects

  • Anthropology
  • Environmental Studies
  • Human Resource Management
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Civil Engineering
  • Conservation & Preservation
  • Natural Sciences
  • Public Management
  • Social Policy

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027
  • Terms Available
  • Fall
  • Spring

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Letters of Reference
  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Transcript
  • Other
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-30

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2025 - Notable Mention
GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Winner - Marketing & Digital Media
Innovation in Marketing & Digital Media Winner 2022
Innovative Student Video 2021 Finalist
Innovative New Program – Study Abroad 2021 Finalist
Innovation in Crisis Response 2020 Winner
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