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INDIA: Pune
Often referred to as the Oxford of the East, Pune is best known as the educational capital of India with more than 100 institutes and universities, but Pune has so much more to offer. It's history, friendly people and wide range of social and cultural activities are sure to keep you engaged.

Pune dates back to 937 A.D. and marks significant historical milestones in India's history. Prominent social reformers, political leaders and educators have lived in Pune. Today it is a modern city with cinemas, discos, shopping malls, pubs, coffee shops and cafes catering to local and university populations.

THE UNIVERSITY
Symbiosis International University is one of India's leading educational institutions. The university consists of 17 colleges, centers and schools spread across 17 campuses, most of which are located in Pune.

Founded on the principle of promoting international understanding through quality education
More than 45,000 students across 17 campuses
Diverse student population from India, Asia, Africa and Middle East

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

City, Country Pune, India

Session Semester, Academic Year and/or Summer

Dates Fall Semester: mid August - early December
Spring Semester: early January - early May
Summer: mid June - late July
Summer with Internship: mid June - mid August

Requirements 2.5 GPA

Application Deadline Fall Semester: June 10
Spring Semester: October 15
Summer: March 10
A non-refundable $20 application fee must be included with the application. Cash or a check, made payable to SUNY Cortland, are both acceptable forms of payment.

Travel Information Flight booked by participant. Travel planning, coordination and assistance provided by the Knowledge Exchange Institute.

Program Costs Fall: $7,950
Spring: $7,950
Summer: $4,950
Summer with Internship: $5,950
The program price includes tuition and academic fees at the host university abroad, housing, campus meal plan, comprehensive medical and travel insurance, predeparture guides and advising, Onsite Director and support, airport welcome, program orientation, cultural excursions and use of a mobile telephone. Students must factor in additional costs such as college fees, airfare, visa, personal expenses, etc. A program budget with estimated total costs is available at the Clark Center for International Education at SUNY Cortland.

Program Excursions The following excursions and cultural activities are included with this program.

Pune City Tour (day)

Mumbai (day)

New Delhi, Agra & Taj Mahal (extended overnight)

Ellora & Ajanta (day or overnight)

Course Information SEMESTER OPTION:

12 - 15 credits

Indian Studies Seminar (or similar course) is required
Hindi/Marathi Language is required
Students can select additional courses from the following academic concentrations:

Business, Law and Diplomacy
Computer Science and Software Engineering
Environment and Management
Fashion Design, Styling and Merchandising
Indian Culture and Languages
Industrial and Product Design
Journalism, Communications and Media
Medicine, Health and Biomedical Science
Media and Film
Science, Mathematics and Engineering
Tourism and Hospitality Management

Internships available (3 - 6 credits) in addition to courses

SUMMER OPTION:

6 - 9 credits
The following courses are required:

Indian Studies Seminar

Hindi or Marathi Language

Internship (optional)

Click here for detailed course information.

Accommodations Students live in the university residence hall on campus. Bedrooms are double occupancy with shared common areas. Students are typically roomed with an Indian student or other international student. Rooms are fully furnished. Meal plans are available for purchase in the university cafeteria.

Program Notes This program is a cooperative effort between SUNY Cortland and the Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI). KEI provides logistical and student services, including predeparture guides and advising, on-site support (airport welcome, orientation, supervision, etc.), pre-registration for courses at the host university, housing arrangements, cultural excursions, medical and travel insurance, and mobile telephone. SUNY students must follow the SUNY Cortland application process. All fees, including application fee and program fee, must be paid to SUNY Cortland.

City, Country	Pune, India
Session	Semester, Academic Year and/or Summer
Dates	Fall Semester: mid August - early December Spring Semester: early January - early May Summer: mid June - late July Summer with Internship: mid June - mid August
Requirements	2.5 GPA
Application Deadline	Fall Semester: June 10 Spring Semester: October 15 Summer: March 10 A non-refundable $20 application fee must be included with the application. Cash or a check, made payable to SUNY Cortland, are both acceptable forms of payment.
Travel Information	Flight booked by participant. Travel planning, coordination and assistance provided by the Knowledge Exchange Institute.
Program Costs	Fall: $7,950 Spring: $7,950 Summer: $4,950 Summer with Internship: $5,950 The program price includes tuition and academic fees at the host university abroad, housing, campus meal plan, comprehensive medical and travel insurance, predeparture guides and advising, Onsite Director and support, airport welcome, program orientation, cultural excursions and use of a mobile telephone. Students must factor in additional costs such as college fees, airfare, visa, personal expenses, etc. A program budget with estimated total costs is available at the Clark Center for International Education at SUNY Cortland.
Program Excursions	The following excursions and cultural activities are included with this program. Pune City Tour (day) Mumbai (day) New Delhi, Agra & Taj Mahal (extended overnight) Ellora & Ajanta (day or overnight)
Course Information	SEMESTER OPTION: 12 - 15 credits Indian Studies Seminar (or similar course) is required Hindi/Marathi Language is required Students can select additional courses from the following academic concentrations: Business, Law and Diplomacy Computer Science and Software Engineering Environment and Management Fashion Design, Styling and Merchandising Indian Culture and Languages Industrial and Product Design Journalism, Communications and Media Medicine, Health and Biomedical Science Media and Film Science, Mathematics and Engineering Tourism and Hospitality Management Internships available (3 - 6 credits) in addition to courses SUMMER OPTION: 6 - 9 credits The following courses are required: Indian Studies Seminar Hindi or Marathi Language Internship (optional) Click here for detailed course information.
Accommodations	Students live in the university residence hall on campus. Bedrooms are double occupancy with shared common areas. Students are typically roomed with an Indian student or other international student. Rooms are fully furnished. Meal plans are available for purchase in the university cafeteria.
Program Notes	This program is a cooperative effort between SUNY Cortland and the Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI). KEI provides logistical and student services, including predeparture guides and advising, on-site support (airport welcome, orientation, supervision, etc.), pre-registration for courses at the host university, housing arrangements, cultural excursions, medical and travel insurance, and mobile telephone. SUNY students must follow the SUNY Cortland application process. All fees, including application fee and program fee, must be paid to SUNY Cortland.