Social Sciences Study Abroad Programs in Asia

Spend a semester in the vibrant, culturally rich city of Seoul, South Korea, with AIFS Abroad! Earn up to 15 credits through our Korean Studies, Liberal Arts, and Business Program—choosing from a wide range of course options at Sogang University, one of Seoul’s top research universities. Discover the perfect blend of heritage and history in a city that is on the cutting edge of creativity, whether that be art and architecture, cuisine, fashion, or business. Located in the bustling area of Sinchon, right in the heart of Seoul, you'll have easy access to everything the city has to offer, from world-class museums and art galleries to the best fresh food and exciting nightlife. Live in a double en-suite room in the international student residence on campus. You'll enjoy cultural and social activities such as: - Seoul City Tour - Excursion to a traditional Korean Folk Village - Trip to the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) - Welcome orientation and meal - Guided tours - Museum visits - K-Pop class - Cooking classes - Farewell dinner

Ready to study in paradise? Udayana University, nestled on the breathtaking island of Bali, offers an extraordinary study abroad experience in one of the world’s most stunning destinations. Famous for its vibrant culture, lush landscapes, and stunning beaches, Bali is the ultimate backdrop for students eager to blend academic growth with unforgettable adventure. At Udayana University, you'll immerse yourself in a hub of innovation and cultural exchange, with programs designed for curious, globally-minded students who want to make an impact. Whether you're passionate about Southeast Asian studies, sustainability, tourism, or international relations, Udayana offers a rich variety of English-taught courses. You’ll dive into Balinese traditions—explore the arts, cuisine, Hindu rituals, and eco-tourism practices—while tackling global challenges from a local perspective. Outside the classroom, Bali invites you to surf crystal-clear waves, trek through tropical jungles, explore ancient temples, and wander bustling local markets. With a supportive campus community and world-class student services, Udayana ensures you thrive both academically and personally.

Advance your international research skills by working on engaging research at Hanyang University. Geared toward science students considering graduate studies, the program involves working on projects that study the complicated intersectionality of topics and are led by respected researchers. Each project is unique, offering a mix of in-class and field research with individual and group responsibilities. Outside of class, you explore the different neighborhoods of Seoul. Get to know Korean culture better through an organized orientation, cultural events, and support. Hanyang University was established in 1939 specifically as a university of technology. Today, it encompasses diverse fields and disciplines, from music to medicine to policy sciences (to name a few). It is one of South Korea's leading private research institutions, ranking 24th in the 2020 QS World University Rankings of the best universities in Asia and 150th in the world.

Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester at Sea offers a unique opportunity for deep, authentic engagement with countries and cultures around the globe. It's more than just the adventure of a lifetime. It's a transformative experience that will give you a global perspective to take on the challenges of tomorrow. Fall 2026: European, African, South American, and Asian Adventure Embark: September 9, IJmuiden, The Netherlands Disembark: Dec 22, Bangkok, Thailand Itinerary: Portugal, Morocco, Brazil, St. Helena, South Africa, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Hong Kong Spring 2027: Asia, Africa, and Europe Embark: Jan 5, Bangkok, Thailand Disembark: Apr 20, Bremerhaven, Germany Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, India, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Morocco, Scotland

CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Find the right fit for you! Live, learn, and work abroad on an internship program with CIEE! CIEE Summer Internships CIEE Summer Global Internships are 6-credit, 8-week programs with full-time working hours (approximately 30 hours weekly) and a seminar. CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad are 6 to 7-credit, 6-week programs with a part-time internship (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and a 3-credit academic course. CIEE Semester Internships CIEE Semester Global Internships are 9 to 13-credit, 12-week programs that feature a full-time internship (approximately 30 hours weekly), a seminar, and an optional 3 to 4-credit academic course online. CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad Programs are 12 to 14-credit, 12-week programs that feature a part-time internship​ (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and two academic courses.

At NYU Shanghai, the newest of NYU’s three degree-granting campuses, you’ll take courses that focus on China taught by expert faculty. Professors bring China’s history and unique culture to life through trips to art galleries, local businesses, and film screenings. You can take a Chinese language course and further improve your language skills by being paired with a student who is fluent in Chinese. Visit NYU Shanghai’s website for up-to-date information. NYU Shanghai’s campus is located in a nine-story building in Pudong, the heart of a thriving economic zone and Shanghai’s commercial center. It features classrooms, an expansive library, an auditorium, a colloquium space, dance and music practice rooms, dining facilities, and a fitness center. Opportunities vary based on local restrictions.

Your ticket to Asia's financial headquarters! As China’s financial epicenter, Shanghai is a fascinating place to explore international business, economic development, marketing, finance, and more. Put theory into context with corporate visits and internships at Chinese and multinational companies. These experiences not only give you a front-row seat to this nation’s rapidly changing business environment—they also stand out on a resume. Enhance your professional communication skills with an elective specially geared for business. Team up with a Chinese university student for a couple of hours of casual, social language practice each week.

CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and airport pick-up – all considered the core of our package. Some programs also include all or most meals, extensive off-site orientations/excursions, transportation passes, and more. Whether you want to study for a year, semester, or summer, intern for a month to a year, or take an intensive foreign language course for a couple of weeks, CIS Abroad has the perfect program for you at the best value! "You're Going Places with CIS Abroad!"

IES Abroad offers 140+ programs in more than 35 locations worldwide for undergraduate students. We're a little obsessed with study abroad, and not at all ashamed to admit it. We are a highly-charged force of study abroad enthusiasts. Every day we have the privilege of witnessing how study abroad changes our students' lives. That's the reason we do what we do: to provide once-in-a-lifetime educational adventures. Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. Our goal is to provide personal support and guidance throughout your application and enrollment process. Whether it's housing or cultural events or field trips, our job is to make sure you have the most authentic study abroad experience possible. Study with us for a summer, semester, or year. No matter the term, our world-class faculty and courses will engage you as you discover new ways of learning both inside and outside the classroom. How will study abroad redefine you? We can't wait to find out.

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. 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, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. 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.

Go Abroad China’s Paid Internship Program connects international students, graduates, and young professionals with guaranteed placements in Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and innovative startups across China. Since 2003, we’ve placed over 4,000 participants from 50+ countries into 2,000+ paid internships spanning 20+ industries—including business, finance, engineering, IT, marketing, law, hospitality, and more. Designed for ambitious and motivated individuals aged 18+, our year-round programs offer real-world, cross-cultural experience in booming cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou. No Mandarin skills required—many placements are in English-speaking environments. All-inclusive packages from $1,980 cover accommodation, visa support, Mandarin classes, orientation, business/cultural activities, 24/7 local assistance, and a risk-free refund policy. With 90% of interns securing jobs within 3 months and 20% receiving full-time offers, this is your gateway to a global career. We understand that every intern's needs and budget are unique, which is why we offer fully customizable package options, and we will tailor a program specifically for you.

The HUFS Exchange Program offers international students the chance to immerse themselves in Korea’s top-ranked global university while earning credits toward their degree. It promotes cultural diversity and academic excellence, thanks to collaboration with prestigious universities worldwide. Students from partner universities can spend a semester or an academic year at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, choosing from diverse courses taught in both Korean and English. They experience life in Korea and develop a global perspective, benefiting from HUFS’ internationally recognized faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Exchange students remain enrolled and pay tuition fees at their home institutions. They earn transferable credits at HUFS, depending on agreements with their universities. Program eligibility includes completing at least one semester at their home university at the time of participation; a GPA of 2.5 or higher; and proof of English language proficiency for non-native speakers. Students interested in taking Korean-taught courses need to submit proof of language proficiency.

ISDSI’s semester is a rich, hands-on learning experience exploring Thailand's diverse cultures and landscapes, learning directly from the people involved in creating a more sustainable world. Based in Chiang Mai, ISDSI semester students spend significant time immersed in Thailand's cultures and ecosystems. Our unique Expedition Field Courses involve traveling and studying throughout Thailand, from remote mountain villages in the North to the islands in the South. Students engage in hands-on learning, with assignments ranging from skin-diving coral reefs to organic farming in a rural village. They live with local families, hike, sea kayak, and travel through the landscapes they study during expeditions. During each block, students also complete an independent research project. Strong partnerships with local communities are key to the success of ISDSI courses. We work with them to help tell their stories. As a result, our partner communities are passionate about connecting with and teaching our students and sharing their lives, knowledge, and struggles. Students become part of grassroots solutions to global problems while living with and learning from the local people.

Study at one of Asia's most prestigious and multicultural universities—Korea University—with API! Not only do students have a vast array of subject areas to choose from, but they also have easy access to Seoul just outside the classroom. A perfect blend of modern and traditional, the vibrant capital city offers students unique cultural exposure to grand palaces, delicious street food, and the dynamic K-pop music scene. Come and explore Korea and immerse yourself while gaining a top-tier educational experience! Students in Seoul stay in housing near campus in dorm-style accommodations with double occupancy bedrooms and semi-private bathrooms. Internet is included along with in-building laundry facilities. The availability of single rooms is very limited and may cost an additional fee.

There are less than 1000 elephants left in the wild and their habitat is also rapidly declining. Evidently there is an urgent need for increased understanding of successful approaches to saving this important member of our ecosystem. GVI offers a very unique alternative to this issue to prevent Thailand’s elephants from only becoming domesticated service animals confined to tourist camps. Through exploration of the areas where conservationists and community members’ goals conflict, you will better understand and be able to advocate for opportunities for members of both groups to collaborate on a better future for both human and elephant inhabitants of Chiang Mai.

Have the opportunity to study at East China Normal University, one of the first universities in China to provide international Chinese education. Based in vibrant Shanghai, you will enroll in a non-profit, low-cost study abroad program. Benefit from direct enrollment opportunities, choosing from a wide selection of academic subjects. In your free time, enjoy the university’s offerings of associations and activities. Plus, make new friends with Chinese and international students. This program is open to all students from around the globe and awards credit transferable to your home university upon successful completion. At Non-Profit Study Abroad (NPSA), we help you enroll directly at an international university. We also provide a range of resources, from finding affordable housing to making the most of your study abroad experience. Please feel free to contact us for more information about how we can help you.

The Pennsylvania Center for International Exchange and Partnership (PCIEP), in partnership with Madras Christian College (MCC), offers you the opportunity to further your studies in India. This study abroad program helps globalize your education while allowing you to explore the world and broaden your perspectives. MCC is situated in Tambaram, a residential suburb in southern Chennai. The campus is recognized throughout the country and overseas for its academic quality. As it hosts more than 100 international students from different parts of the globe, you can guarantee exposure to various languages and cultures while studying here.

Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your career prospects through international work experience and hands-on learning? At Intern Abroad HQ, we help students and young professionals turn career aspirations into reality. We organize affordable internships in 20 destinations across 24 career fields that are tailored to meet each individual’s academic, professional, or personal requirements. With over 200 internship programs across Europe, Asia, Africa, Central America and South America to choose from, and options to intern from 2 weeks to 6 months either full-time or part-time, in-country or virtually, we facilitate career-enhancing experiences that work for you, not just the host organization. Intern Abroad HQ is proudly brought to you by the team behind International Volunteer HQ. We have collectively supported over 120,000 program participants since 2007 and are the only B Corp certified provider in our field.

Take part in Russian language and culture studies held in Almaty, Kazakhstan, Tallinn, Estonia, Tbilisi, Georgia, and Yerevan, Armenia. Programming within the Russian Federation in Moscow, Saint Petersburg, and Vladimir is currently suspended. The Advanced Russian Language and Area Studies program (RLASP) admits undergraduate and graduate students to the course. American Councils works with top higher education institutions in Eurasia in providing small group programs in Russian Language and Area Studies. Qualified participants get the chance to take courses alongside Russian-speaking students. They will spend one day each week engaging in an excursion to a local site of cultural and historic significance.

Study abroad in Seoul, South Korea, and combine the excellent academic standards of the Korean education system with living in one of the most modern and diverse Asian countries! Undergraduate and graduate students can join the exchange program for one or two semesters. An exchange semester at HUFS will enable you to dive deep into the country’s history, immerse yourself in the K-pop culture in the Gangnam district of Seoul, and build a diverse global network of local and international students. Asia Exchange’s partner university, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS), has been continuously ranked the best international university in Korea due to its exchange-student ratio and satisfaction, curriculum, teaching staff, international cooperation, and networks. Students can earn up to 18 Korean credits (30 ECTS/18 US credits). Choose from a wide range of English-taught courses in, e.g., business, economics, engineering, history, international relations and politics, languages, law, natural sciences, philosophy, social sciences, and much more.