Religion

Studying abroad can enrich an understanding of your own religious beliefs while providing an opportunity to engage with other religions. As you determine what study abroad will look like for you, it is important to explore questions of religion:

Questions to Consider

• How will my religious beliefs interact with the dominant religious identity?
• How can I practice my religion? Are there places of worship? How accessible are they?
• What are the cultural attitudes towards religion and spirituality?
• What are the laws about religion? How intertwined is religion with politics?
• If I have religious dietary restrictions, will they be accommodated?
• If I have religious housing accommodation needs, what kinds of housing options are available?

Resources

Hampshire Resources

• Hampshire College Spiritual Life Center
• Hampshire College Wellness Center

External Resources

• Diversity and Inclusion Abroad -- Religious Diversity Abroad | Diversity Abroad
• The Pluralism Project at Harvard University
• Islamic Finder
• Faith-based Travel Information | U.S. Department of State
• Kosher Delight
• International Religious Freedom | U.S. Department of State

Financial Aid and Scholarships

See Finances and Funding for information on Hampshire funding and external funding for study abroad. Specific study abroad programs can also have identity-based scholarships, such as SIT Study Abroad and IFSA. Sample options include:

• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship | IIE
• Fund for Education Abroad
• Diversity Abroad Scholarships and Grants