Business, Sociology, and Indian Cultural Studies
Why Study in Bangalore?
The Bangalore program offers students the opportunity to study a wide variety of subjects in the humanities, business and information technology while living in one of the most fascinating and interesting regions of India. Bangalore is an ideal place to learn how the technological and business revolution is transforming traditional Indian society into a fast-paced hybrid of East-West life. Its location in India’s Silicon Valley also makes it an excellent spot for networking and developing contacts with companies involved in software and business outsourcing.
USAC students are integrated into the college atmosphere and have many opportunities to experience the culture, learn about the country and make friends. Volunteer opportunities are available as well as college sports, clubs and association activities.
You may participate in one of the following programs:
- USAC Fall, Spring or Yearlong program: this semester/yearlong program mirrors the U.S. academic calendar. The courses offered through this program are administered by USAC and taken mostly by other USAC students. Transcripts will be issued from a USAC Member University.
- Christ University Fall, Spring or Yearlong program: this semester/yearlong program follows the academic calendar in India. Students will be directly enrolled at Christ University and transcripts will be issued from Christ University.
The Bangalore program is administered in the U.S. by USAC and in Bangalore by Jacob John, the Resident Director. Jacob graduated from Christ University with a degree in Catering and Hospitality Management, and has been a resident of Bangalore for more than 35 years. He speaks Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and English. The onsite staff will provide an orientation, help you with your cultural, social and educational adjustment, assist with your class registration and housing, organize local field trips and oversee your general well-being.