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CIEE in Singapore: Semester in Singapore

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Program Information

Location

Singapore, Singapore

Terms

Academic Year, Fall, Spring

Language

English

Minimum Language Requirement

None

Areas of Focus

Arts & Humanities, Global Health, Social Sciences, STEM

Structure

Hybrid

Description

Spend a semester studying abroad in Singapore, a dynamic city-state full of lush green spaces, beautiful natural attractions, and historical landmarks. Designed for students of all academic backgrounds, this program is a great fit for students who want to immerse themselves in Singaporean culture while actively participating in the local community. You will have the opportunity to take CIEE courses, such as a directed research course, and to take up to two courses from Singapore Management University (SMU).

Outside the classroom, you’ll participate in co-curricular and extracurricular activities, including a series of off-the-beaten-path trips to cultural attractions to bring your studies to life. You’ll also have every opportunity to explore Singapore on your own time, appreciating the city-state's rich blend of Southeast Asia, blending Malay, Chinese, Arabic, and Indian cultures and religions, great climate, and excellent infrastructure. Take advantage of Singapore’s highly efficient and affordable public transport system, its many sites and attractions, and its clean, green environment firsthand.

Two-Part Application Process

Applying to a Year or Term Abroad or a Non-Yale Summer Abroad study abroad program is a two-part process. These are separate application processes with individual deadlines and can be done simultaneously.

  1. You must apply to your intended program for admission by applying online from the program’s website. Select the Program Website button below to be directed to more information.
  2. You must apply to Yale Study Abroad for approval to study abroad and the ability to transfer the credit back to your Yale degree. The designated list of programs on our website does not constitute pre-approval or automatic approval from Yale. You must apply to our office by the relevant deadline in order to be approved. Select the Apply to Yale Study Abroad button below to be directed to more information.

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Notes

Credit Transfer

Students must take a minimum of 15 credits on this program

Remember that Yale cannot transfer credit for the following (see "Choosing Your Courses" on the Academics and Credit page for a full list of requirements):

  • Internships or service
  • Pre-professional courses, such as business, marketing, management, communications, and law courses or other courses in disciplines that are not offered at the undergraduate level at Yale

Courses in the following departments at SMU are likely to not be eligible:

  • Accounting
  • Business
  • Law
  • Management

If you are interested in a taking a course in one of the departments referenced above, you must contact a relevant DUS and seek approval for general transfer credit for the course. Approval is not guaranteed. If you receive approval from a DUS, please forward the email from the DUS to the Yale Study Abroad adviser listed on this page.

Note About Arizona State University Courses

CIEE offers the option to enroll in online Arizona State University (ASU) courses in many program locations. Students who are approved by Yale Study Abroad to participate in a CIEE program are not permitted to enroll in online ASU courses. Yale does not award credit or funding for online courses taken abroad.

Yale Study Abroad Adviser

Lauren Perrino