Madurai
Madurai explore the temples, narrow bustling lanes, cultural performances and festivals of this ancient city
SITA Center & Staff
SITA Center & Staff draw on the cultural and academic resources of Madurai through the SITA Center, located near two colleges
Curriculum
Curriculum choose from a diverse range of elective courses and study in Madurai for a semester or an academic year
Educational Tours
Educational Tours discover the diverse cultural and natural landscapes of South India in tours of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.
“I’ve learned how to approach, endure, and reflect on stressful situations. I’ve also learned how these strategies impact others around me, which is a beautiful, complicated, ever-developing part of the human experience.” Grinnell College student, 2012
“It is an unparalleled experience. It’s incredible to look back on this semester and see what I’ve done and accomplished. It’s exactly the kind of challenging and adventurous study abroad experience I was looking for.” George Washington University student, 2011
“In Madurai, I have learned how to blend academic and personal experience. I have developed an informed view of a magical, complex, lively, challenging, and unique place.” Scripps College student, 2012
“I felt like living with my host family kept me grounded. People were looking out for me, sharing their lives and culture and home. I felt incredibly fortunate to be with them.” Smith College student, 2012
