SIT Study Abroad: Vietnam: Culture, Social Change & Dev.
Program Overview
Examine Vietnam’s rapid economic and social transformation while exploring its rich cultural traditions and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Learn how Vietnam overcame decades of war and isolation to become one of Asia’s strongest economies through economic, political, and social transformation. From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, Hue, and Sapa, engage with government officials, NGOs, and grassroots commu...
Examine Vietnam’s rapid economic and social transformation while exploring its rich cultural traditions and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Learn how Vietnam overcame decades of war and isolation to become one of Asia’s strongest economies through economic, political, and social transformation. From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, Hue, and Sapa, engage with government officials, NGOs, and grassroots communities to understand development from multiple perspectives. Live with a host family, study Vietnamese or Chinese, and experience one of Asia’s most dynamic societies.
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- Fall
- Spring
- Anthropology
- Asian Studies
- Culture
- Development Studies
- Economics
Updated Jul 1, 2026
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Locations
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Types & Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Anthropology
- Asian Studies
- Culture
- Development Studies
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)
Accommodation Options
- Guest House
- Home-stays
- Other
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
- Other
Age Requirement
18-30
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Refund Policy
Refund with conditions
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