For specific details on the courses and academic structure of the program, visit the CIEE program page. Below you will find the course equivalents listing for the program.
Affiliate Institution(s)
University of Hyderabad
Program Web Pages
CIEE Program in Hyderabad, India
Foreign Courses
Course Equivalents
Use the links below to see a list of courses that past students have taken
on this program and the UW equivalents. Note: This list only includes
pre-approved courses for your program and may not be an exhaustive list of
courses, departments or equivalents. Courses may not be available the
semester you are abroad. You will receive instructions on the course
equivalent process after acceptance.
View Course Equivalents
Location
Located in the predominately Hindu state of Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad is a busy city with a population that combines Muslim and Hindu cultures. It stands as a point of interaction between Northern and Southern India, between rural and urban India, and between the past and the present.
Housing
Students have the choice of two housing options: a double or single room at the Tagore International House for foreign students or a homestay. Meals are included in the housing options. Student preferences are taken into consideration when given housing placements; however, due to space constraints, there are a limited number of homestay options available.
Program Considerations
In a physical sense, the on-site experience may be very different from life on the UW campus. You may walk or take public transportation more than you are used to in Madison. The physical activity level will vary by program, but in general you should be prepared for extended periods of time walking, potentially on uneven terrain.
For many students, discovering and experiencing new foods is a part of the experience. It is important to consider any dietary restrictions, whether they are due to health conditions, religious beliefs, or individual needs, and look into whether you can get the foods you need locally.
How you identify yourself in Madison may differ from how people will view you on-site. Consider exploring our Identity Resources to reflect on how your identities may impact your experience. Students with disabilities should keep in mind that attitudes and laws related to disabilities vary by country, and these differences may impact the level of accommodation available in a particular location. More details are available on our page on Study Abroad for Students with Disabilities.
We encourage you to contact your Study Abroad Advisor and share your accommodation needs with us as early as possible. This will allow us to help you explore your options in advance.
Excursions and Activities
The program includes visits to sites of historic and cultural importance in and around Hyderabad. During orientation, students learn about Indian culture, history and society through lectures and site visits like the Charminar, Golconda Fort, Chowmohalla Palace and ancient mosques in Hyderabad. Excursions also include: Mysore, Maharaja's palace, Tipu Sutan's kingdom near Mysore, and temples and Jain religious centers at Sravanbelagola. Past excursions have also included NGOs working with women and children in rural parts of Andhra Pradesh.
Students interested in undertaking daily yoga practice may do so at the Yoga Center located on campus. Opportunities are also available for students to study classical Indian music and dance as non-credit courses. Volunteer projects may be available for interested students.
On-Site Support
CIEE Resident Director
Orientation
IAP expects you to be an active participant in preparing yourself for your study abroad experience. As a participant on an IAP program, you will receive a pre-departure orientation, either in-person or online. The type and format of this orientation will vary by program and will be provided to you upon acceptance to the program.
Visa
A student visa is required. U.S. citizens must have a U.S. passport valid for at least six months beyond the end of the program. CIEE will provide you with visa information. You may incur additional fees to expedite a visa application or to re-apply if your original visa application is rejected for any reason. You may also incur additional fees if your visa is delayed and you need to change your flight departure date.
Getting to Your Program
You are responsible for arranging round-trip transportation to the program site.
Insurance
You will be enrolled in the UW System required health insurance through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI) and the cost of the insurance coverage is included in program fees. The iNext card for evacuation purposes is also included in CIEE fees.
If you are a citizen of a country other than the United States and will remain/study in, or travel to your country of record (the location of your permanent residence), the insurance provided for you is the same as the “study away” insurance provided to U.S. citizens studying on domestic U.S. programs. You may want to explore alternative or additional international health and medical insurance that will cover your needs both while in and during any period of transit to/from your country of record. This may include participation in a national healthcare plan or coverage provided under a personal healthcare plan in your country of record. If you have questions about the coverage of the “study away” plan, please speak with your Study Abroad Advisor.
All other students participating on an international program will automatically be enrolled in Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI), the university's international health, medical and repatriation insurance policy.
Program cost information includes program fees, as well as out-of-pocket expenses with notes to help explain costs. Program fees are estimated and can be adjusted at any time. Once accepted, you will receive a cost sheet that includes confirmed program fees and additional out-of-pocket expenses. "The IAP Program Fee" and all processes and policies stated on this cost sheet apply to all participants on programs managed by International Academic Programs (IAP) and in partnership with the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the College of Engineering, and Wisconsin School of Business. All students participating on approved programs are all eligible to apply for scholarships administered through IAP when they meet the scholarship eligibility and selection criteria.
Financial Aid
Sources of available funding for study abroad include scholarships, grants and loans. To increase your chances of receiving financial aid, we recommend filling out your FAFSA to begin the financial planning process early.
For detailed information on financial resources, visit our Funding Study Abroad.
Scholarships
This scholarship list includes scholarships we know are relevant to this program. It is not an exhaustive list of all available scholarship opportunities for study abroad. Although we make our best effort to ensure the list is up-to-date, this information changes frequently, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to verify information. For additional scholarship information, please visit our scholarship page.
IAP Administered
Joseph Elder Scholarship (IAP General Study Abroad Scholarship)
Pritzker Pucker Scholarship
Dorothy E. Paull Fund
UW-Madison Study Abroad Scholarships
State of Wisconsin Study Abroad Travel Grant
Returned Student Network
View the Returned Student Network to contact a returned student
Student Quotes
"Living in Hyderabad was great. It was one of my favorite cities in India! Make sure you travel around and explore all that the city has to offer!"
"When first planning for the program, I thought I would have lots of opportunities to backpack all around India and through the mountains. Even though this wasn't the case, I learned so much more about India from interacting with local students at the University. And I stayed after my program to do some traveling as well!"
How to Apply
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After the Deadline
IAP completes a review of all applications to determine if students meet minimum eligibility requirements.
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Disclosure
Students Requiring Accommodations: Consult and register with the McBurney Disability Resource Center McBurney Services if you will need academic, housing, and/or other disability-related accommodations or services abroad.
International Students: Talk with International Student Services about your visa status and study abroad.
Military-Connected Students with Veteran’s Benefits: Talk with University Veteran Services about how your benefits can be used for study abroad.
