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SIT Vietnam: Culture, Social Change, and Development (Outgoing Program) Print  Save 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Advisor: Caroline Nikolaus (30006) Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.7
Language of Instruction: English, Vietnamese Language Prerequisite: No
Click here for a definition of this term Housing: Homestay, Hostel/Hotel Program Type: Third Party Provider
Program Provider: SIT Program Calendar: Similar to VU
Visa Requirements: Visa required for US citizens Experiential Opportunities: Internship, Research
Program Description:

This study center program examines economic and social development in the context of Vietnam, one of Asia's most dynamic and rapidly changing countries. Students will consider emerging critical issues such as sustainable resource management, intense urbanization, changing family patterns, food systems, and managing integration with global networks and institutions. Students live and study in Ho Chi Minh City and get the opportunity to travel to Hanoi, Vietnam's vibrant, historic capital. In addition to the coursework, students will complete either an internship or independent study project. As a required piece of this program, students will live with a host family in Ho Chi Minh City, immersing themselves in the daily life.



Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Review Begins Start Date End Date
Spring 2027 09/09/2026 09/10/2026 01/25/2027 05/09/2027