Language Requirement: None
Academic Standing by Program Start: Sophomore or above
Location: Middle East, Jordan
GPA: 2.75

Program Overview

Explore first-hand the major challenges and impacts of refugees in the context of Jordan and Switzerland with the Refugees, Health, and Humanitarian Action program. You will engage in rigorous academic coursework and research with a focus on refugee assistance and humanitarian action, and examine key principles and laws related to refugee status and treatment. 

This program includes the following: a 12-week homestay in Amman, Jordan; intensive Arabic language study; thematic seminars; independent research project (last month of program); and field visits to Palestinian and Syrian refugee camps, healthcare facilities, and international relief organizations. You will also travel to Geneva, Switzerland, to learn from experts at health and humanitarian agencies including the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, World Health Organization, and International Red Cross. 

For further information about the program, including dates and course information, please visit: SIT Jordan: Refugees, Health, and Humanitarian Action

Dates and Deadlines

TermYearDeadlineArrival DateDeparture Date
Fall Semester20254/15/20259/7/202512/20/2025
Spring Semester202610/1/20252/2/20265/17/2026

If you are interested in applying to a SIT program, we strongly advise you to meet with an advisor prior to applying.

Selection for the program is based on a review of your written application, recommendation, transcript(s), and completion of the interview process. Qualified applicants are recommended by a GEO Study Abroad Program Advisor. The final selection of participants is made by SIT.

IMPORTANT: Application for a SIT program involves two parts:

  1. Completion of the GEO application process.
  2. Completion of the SIT application process.

Please note that the GEO deadline supersedes the SIT deadline. 

Discount for Pell Recipients

To expand access to study abroad, GEO is offering a $500 discount for this program to UO students who currently have the Pell Grant as part of their federal financial aid (FAFSA).

Course Equivalencies

UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.

Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.