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CIEE January in Singapore (Abroad Opportunities Program) Print  Share
  • Locations: Singapore, Singapore
  • Program Terms: Winter Break
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  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
  • Restrictions: CMU applicants only
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Type: 3. Direct/External Programs Language of Instruction: English
Abroad Opportunities: Study Abroad Class Status: 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior
Program Description:

CIEE College Study Abroad

January in Singapore

Singapore, Singapore

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Program Overview

Your January in Singapore program lasts 3 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in one CIEE course taught at CIEE Singapore. Enhance your experience with extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Singaporean culture. Live and learn in Singapore!

Unique Experiences

Take a bumboat to the rustic Pulau Ubin Island

and bike around, where you could encounter wild boars, macaques, and other local animals

Eat to your heart's content

at one of Singapore's Michelin Star-winning hawker stands

Watch gigantic monitor lizards

wander through the historic Singapore Botanical Gardens

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Your Destination

Singapore is Asia's cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its mild winter climate and rich cultural heritage. January is the perfect time to experience the city's charm with fewer crowds while exploring iconic landmarks like Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay and enjoying traditional winter festivities like Chinese New Year celebrations. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Singapore is the perfect place to study abroad on winter break.

Your Destination
Housing

Housing

Students live in a 3-star hotel for international students in a location accessible to public transportation. Singapore is a small city and major attractions are within easy reach via public transit. Commuting around the island nation takes about 60 minutesvia public transportation

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

  • Academic Course: Take one CIEE course delivered in-person at the CIEE Center.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.

Activities

CIEE's excursions and cultural activities in Singapore will open doors for you to explore Singapore's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad. ? ??

Samples of past excursions and activities:

  • Visit Sentosa Island and learn about WWII battles in this strategic region
  • Discover the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve trail, the only primary forest in Singapore
  • Explore Malay, Chinese, Arabic, and Indian cultures and religions

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Singapore:?Conveniently located in the southwestern part of the city, CIEE Singapore boasts three classrooms, and a meeting room used for studying, academic advising, and student life support. Students will find several restaurants, a supermarket, and a mall near CIEE Singapore.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext Travel Protection included

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