Exotic India - the New Study Abroad Destination

  India

Chennai (Madras),  Madras

Term: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter 

Description: ELI offers semester long full curriculum programs at one of Indias most prestigious schools - The University of Madras. While studying at the University of Madras you will take classes alongside Indian students and other international students. All classes are taught in English, one of the official languages in India. Courses are available in several departments include Psychology, Business, Economics, Fine Art, Math, History, and others. Typically US Universities offer between 12 and 16 credit hours for this program.

ELI will provide you with the support you need prior to your departure, while you are abroad, and once you return. We will make sure you have all of the tools necessary to make your study abroad experience as seamless as possible. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit that strives to provide high quality programs while keeping costs low.

Highlights:

Once students arrive into Chennai they will be meet at the airport. The first couple of days you will go through an in-depth orientation that will get you acquainted with your new school, city, and home! Some of the highlights of the program are as follows:

* Full immersion in South Indian culture
* Full university curriculum to choose courses from
* Service learning and volunteer opportunities
* Meals are included
* University of Madras transcript
* Cultural activities

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Please see the ELI website for the most up to date pricing.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European and Kiwi Participants.

Participants Travel to India Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application

ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement: ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.

Year Founded: 2001