Advanced Indonesian Abroad Program - Northern Illinois University

The Northern Illinois University (NIU) Center for Southeast Asian Studies is excited to share news about the revival of the Teaching of Indonesian (COTI) Summer Intensive Language Program after a hiatus of five years. This revival has been made possible through a collaborative effort involving NIU, the American Institute for Indonesian Studies (AIFIS), and COTI.

The Summer Advanced Indonesia Program 2024 aims to provide students with a unique and immersive language learning experience, fostering cultural understanding and linguistic proficiency. It is their belief that this program can greatly benefit students with an interest in Indonesian language and culture.

This immersion program focuses on advanced-level Indonesian language acquisition. The program consists of a structured academic program of:

  • Four hours of language instruction four mornings per week

  • Two to three hours of arts and cultural activities one afternoon per week

  • Weekly field trip

  • One weekend will feature a cultural or scenic excursion in Central Java outside Salatiga.

Instruction is given in small-individualized groups taught by in-country language teachers who have extensive experience teaching Indonesian as a foreign language. Topics for instruction are theme-based and include education, language and culture, history, literature, arts and performance, economics, political and social issues, environment and globalization. One topic is discussed each week.

Note: Although Advanced Indonesian Abroad is widely recognized as a formal academic program, participants do not receive academic credit for their participation. The program can provide a transcript for students who wish to request academic credit from their home campuses.

Required Information:

  • Program fee: $500 will be charged upon notification of acceptance.

  • Application fee: $40 (non-refundable)

  • Indonesian dictionary

  • Appropriate pre-travel vaccines

  • U.S. passport

  • Indonesian visa

Application Details

  • Statement of purpose: in 2,000 words or less, explain your reasoning for joining this language program and include your professional goals.

  • Academic transcript

  • CV or resume

  • Two recommendation letters: one of which should speak to your language ability.

To apply, click here.

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