Indonesia, Malang
The Southeast Asian Flagship Languages Initiative (SEAFLI) is a special initiative of the Boren Awards, offering Boren Scholars (U.S. undergraduates) and Fellows (U.S. graduate students) the opportunity for intensive language study of Indonesian, and for cultural immersion, by participating in domestic and an overseas language program. Participants in SEAFLI-Indonesian may start with no language proficiency through advanced proficiency in Indonesian.
To participate in this language and cultural learning program, you would first need to apply and be granted a Boren Award, specifying an interest in the SEAFLI-Indonesian program. For information on the application process, visit the UW-Madison Boren website.
The program begins in the summer with you participating in the UW-Madison Center for Southeast Asian Studies Summer Language Institute (SEASSI), an eight-week intensive language training program for academic credit.
During the fall term, you will study abroad with the American Councils, a provider offering an intensive semester immersion program in Malang, Indonesia, on the island of East Java. It offers you the opportunity to gain new cultural knowledge and language competency while experiencing the vibrant everyday life and rich traditions of Indonesia. You can learn more about the academics, housing, excursions and activities, and location of the American Councils semester program on the above website.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to providing quality study abroad and domestic study away programs for every UW-Madison student. We work strategically to identify, address, and remove barriers that may prevent participation and to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for students. Our staff actively engages with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and prioritizes the continuous development of our knowledge and cultural competence. We also recognize the importance of increasing access to study abroad for historically underrepresented student populations. We are committed to diversity and inclusion so that every student can engage with and understand their identity through a new lens and continue to develop and make progress on their personal, professional, and academic goals.
Sustainability
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Eligibility
Open to UW-Madison degree seeking students and all degree-seeking undergraduate students at a US college or university.
Students need to have applied for and been awarded a Boren Scholarship or Fellowship before they are invited to apply.
- 2.0 cumulative GPA
- Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Graduate Student
- Good academic and disciplinary standing
- At the time of application and the semester prior to participation, UW-Madison students must be currently enrolled. Transfer Students to UW-Madison need to be currently enrolled at their home institution
Advising Location
Program Structure
Provider
Subjects
Languages and Cultures of Asia
Classroom Language
Indonesian
Housing
Local Hosts
Program Duration
Summer: SEASSI Session + Fall: Mid-August - Mid-December
Application Deadline(s)
| Fall 2025-26 | 5/30/2025 | Cost Details |
Future durations will be posted at a later date.
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Following the completion of the summer SEASSI program, you will be placed in the appropriate language level for Indonesian for the fall term overseas. The program is hosted at the State University of Malang.
During your time abroad you will receive instruction in all areas of language learning, including vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, listening, and speaking, as well as cultural nuances and regional dialectical differences. The combination of in-class instruction and a well-designed cultural component will be used to maximize your overall exposure to Indonesian.
The program also includes Personal Tutorials, which are individual classes with program instructors that address specific requirements and interests.
In addition to classroom instruction, the IOP integrates a variety of activities to take advantage of the local setting. Through a facilitated Community Interaction/Field Work project, you are encouraged to go out and practice the target language in the real world. Locations and activities may include visits to local cultural institutions, NGOs, attendance at seminars and symposiums, and participation in various cultural activities.
Additionally, you will take a general readings course about Indonesian culture and society for four credits. For the fall term, you will complete the equivalent of one year of language study on the program, and along with the topics readings course, will receive 12 credits in total.
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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