HBCU study abroad
African Summer for Academic Development
A curated, bespoke academic and cultural experience — this is not a cookie-cutter study abroad. Every cohort is built from the ground up around the school and the students in it.
Designed around you, not a template
Each program is designed for individual schools and programs, with a specialized curriculum tailored to the specific needs of the institution and its participants. We work directly with universities to build an experience that is academically challenging and culturally immersive, leading to both personal and academic growth.
Every course is designed with a simple idea at its core: students come to learn about South Africa, and leave having learned more about themselves and the world they live in.
What's included
Accommodations
Safe, clean housing throughout the program.
In-country transportation
Transport to and from all program activities.
Cultural site access
Entry fees to cultural and historical sites included.
Academic lectures
Coursework from Wits University instructors and community and industry leaders.
On-ground support
Dedicated staff support from the African Center for the Study of the United States.
Budget-conscious design
Programs are built with student budgets in mind from day one.
Program investment
$2,500 per student, base program
Excludes airfare. Final pricing depends on program length and curriculum design.
Trusted across the HBCU spectrum
Participants have joined from universities across the HBCU spectrum, including:
Since 2023
Beyond the university partnerships, Asad has partnered with the National Association of Black Social Workers since 2023 to design and implement their international professional development program — extending this model of immersive, culturally grounded learning to professionals in the field.