South Africa: Social & Political Transformation website  (map)

Sponsor: School for International Training (SIT)

Location: Durban, South Africa

Description: 

Students complete field-based, experiential learning in SIT program courses with an independent study component. This program focuses on the range of issues related to inequality, poverty, and racial, ethnic, and gender-based discrimination that continue to challenge post-Apartheid South Africa.

Terms: 

• Fall
• Winter/Spring

Requirements: 

Read about Research Abroad for specific requirements for the program’s independent study project.

Languages: English

Housing: 

Home stays and hotels/hostels

Program Costs: 

Estimated costs, Fall 2012
(See the program site for the most updated cost information.)

• Tuition: $15,039
• Room & board: $2,750
• SAAF: $2,400
• Transportation: $1,500
• Books & supplies: $100
• Personal expenses: $1,250
• HTH: $138
• Visa & fees: $88
• Total estimated costs: $23,265