New Dehli and Mumbai, India
This program is not being offered for 2025.
Program Details
Through the India Study Abroad Program, you will explore and experience the ways that globalization is impacting India's culture and economy and see entrepreneurs in action in this dynamic, vibrant, rapidly changing country.
You will tour industrial areas of two of India's largest cities, Delhi and Mumbai, and see how people work and live every day in the world's most populous nation. You will visit several markets and participate in a barter economy. Additionally, you will observe the traditional Indian block-printing process and see the impact of industrialization on traditional handicraft industries.
You will also visit rural areas and compare them to India's big cities. In the small community of Wai, you will have the chance to interact with middle-school students through lessons and activities.
Finally, you will visit important sites of cultural and historical significance, including the Taj Mahal, various forts, and temples from major world religions!
All participants must be enrolled in Management 2110: India Entrepreneurship Study Abroad, summer Semester (3 credit hours)
Important Dates
| Trip Date | Semester | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
|
July 25 - August 15 |
Summer | January 24 |
Program Costs
| Item | Cost | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
|
Deposit |
$500 | January 24 |
|
1st Half Program Cost |
$1250 | March 21 |
|
2nd Half Program Cost |
$1250 | March 23 |
|
Total |
$3,000 | March 23 |
|
Estimated Flight Cost |
$2,200 - $3,000 | Provide flight information to the ELO by June 18 |
Students that participate in the India program are required to purchase their own flights. The Engaged Learning Office will provide dates and flight information of faculty members so students can plan accordingly.
Note: Students are only required to purchase round trips to and from their program destination.
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for this program, all participants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be enrolled at SLCC
- Have a minimum GPA of 2.0
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a valid passport
- Show proof of ability to travel outside of the United States
- Complete application packet
- Provide proof of health insurance
Participants are required to attend all pre-departure orientation sessions/classes as well as all scheduled educational and cultural learning activities. In addition, students must complete all course requirements as assigned by the program leader.
Courses
All students will be enrolled in the following course for Summer:
MGMT 2110: India Entrepreneurship Study Abroad (3 credits).
Faculty Contact
TBD
Cancellation/Withdraw
If you need to withdraw from a Study Abroad program you may be refunded depending on how far in advance you are withdrawing. There are costs associated with each trip. Some of these costs are non-refundable. Advanced payments on each student's behalf may not be reimbursed if a student withdraws or is unable to participate. Students are responsible for all non-refundable advanced payments. If a student is unable to participate for any reason, SLCC reserves the right to determine the amount of refund, if any.
Accessibility
Please Note: All program excursions require an extensive amount of walking including stairs, hills and rough terrain.
If you have difficulties with mobility or have other accessibility needs, please contact Accessibility and Disability Services to see if reasonable accommodations are available.