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SIT Study Abroad: Nepal: Dev., Gender, and Social Change
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Witness Nepal’s challenges in balancing tradition and modernity while negotiating economic, political, and social change. Live in the Kathmandu Valley, home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, and learn from experts, activists, and academics about development, gender, and social justice. Visit organizations working with government and NGOs, study Nepali in small classes, and connect with experts and a...
Witness Nepal’s challenges in balancing tradition and modernity while negotiating economic, political, and social change. Live in the Kathmandu Valley, home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, and learn from experts, activists, and academics about development, gender, and social justice. Visit organizations working with government and NGOs, study Nepali in small classes, and connect with experts and activists. Excursions include Chitwan National Park and Himalayan treks, with opportunities for independent research or an internship. MONEY MATTERS 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, excur...
Program Highlights
Explore changing gender and social justice rights from experts and activists.
Witness how international development and global markets are redefining Nepal.
Visit Chitwan National Park and Annapurna Conservation Area to learn about conservation and community development.
Learn from notable Nepali development scholars and practitioners.
Learn about gender-based human rights violations, the rights of migrant laborers, and the challenges marginalized communities face in exercising their human rights.
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- Darjeeling, India
- Kathmandu, Nepal
- Fall
- Spring
- Anthropology
- Asian Studies
- Culture See more
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Surprising yet so fulfilling!
January 28, 2026by: Aviva Barry - United StatesProgram: SIT Study Abroad: Nepal: Dev., Gender, and Social Change
Nepal taught me so much about myself and what I want even after my study abroad experience. It was an amazing opportunity to be able to connect so deeply and closely with a culture so different than mine. It is a gorgeous and endlessly surprising place. Similarly, although the ISP can sound a bit daunting, it was such an incredible experience for me. I got to immerse myself even more in the local people, customs, and attitudes as well as consider more deeply the kind of work I want to do in the future.
I made new memories with new additions to family and friends.
July 13, 2025by: Sandeep Tissaaratchy - Sri LankaProgram: SIT Study Abroad: Nepal: Dev., Gender, and Social Change
The SIT Nepal: Gender, Development and Social Change program is an experiential program, designed to immerse a student in the culture of Nepal, and give them access to important issues that local advocates, academics, and policy makers are grappling to address. We were given access to incredible staff, guest lecturers, and inspiring NGOS/ SDOS in Nepal that changed the game in terms of our perspectives on what we perceive development to be. The program's emphasis on cultural immersion is solidified because of our access to homestay families, which was one of the biggest highlights personally.
I loved Nepal
December 14, 2024by: Ellie Davis - United StatesProgram: SIT Study Abroad: Nepal: Dev., Gender, and Social Change
This was one of the best experiences of my life - Nepal and Kathmandu has so much to offer. Having learned the language it was so fun to meet so many people in the city and have so many new experiences along side my new friends in my program. I would do anything to be able to do it again.
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Locations
- Darjeeling, India
- Kathmandu, Nepal
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Anthropology
- Asian Studies
- Culture
Availability
Years Offered: 2026
- Fall
- Spring
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Medical / Accident Insurance
Accommodation Options
- Guest House
- Home-stays
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Physical Exam/Health Records
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Witness Nepal’s challenges in balancing tradition and modernity while negotiating economic, political, and social change. Live in the Kathmandu Valley, home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, and learn from experts, activists, and academics about development, gender, and social justice. Visit organizations working with government and NGOs, study Nepali in small classes, and connect with experts and activists. Excursions include Chitwan National Park and Himalayan treks, with opportunities for independent research or an internship. MONEY MATTERS 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, excur...
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Ready to Learn More?
Witness Nepal’s challenges in balancing tradition and modernity while negotiating economic, political, and social change. Live in the Kathmandu Valley, home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, and learn from experts, activists, and academics about development, gender, and social justice. Visit organizations working with government and NGOs, study Nepali in small classes, and connect with experts and activists. Excursions include Chitwan National Park and Himalayan treks, with opportunities for independent research or an internship. MONEY MATTERS 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, excur...
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