If you have questions about this program, email the
program leader listed below.
Beyond the Game: Sport and Society in Turkiye
Program Details
The arrangements for the travel, housing, meals, excursions and course content of
this program have been made by the leader. Questions about this program can only be
answered by the program leader listed below.
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| Program Type |
Departmental |
| Program Location |
Konya, Istanbul, and Ankara, Turkey
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| Course # |
SA 11003
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| Duration |
Summer
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| Upcoming Program Dates |
| Summer 2026 |
05/10/26 to 05/25/26
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Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Program Description
This interdisciplinary Honors Maymester course examines the role of sport in shaping community life, civic engagement, and public life in contemporary Türkiye. Based at Selçuk University in Konya, students will connect with scholars, major soccer and basketball clubs, organized fan groups, NGOs, and local governments in Konya, Ankara, and Istanbul. Through site visits, conversations, and lectures—including attending live soccer games—students will explore how sport intersects with issues such as community development, public-private partnerships, social infrastructure, and everyday life. From the chants of ultras to the business of sport, this immersive experience offers a firsthand look at how sport shapes civic life beyond the playing field. Alongside sport-focused visits, students will also participate in cultural site visits in Konya, Ankara, and Istanbul, situating sport within the broader historical and civic life of Türkiye. Open to students from all majors, this course is designed for those interested in global sport and the interdisciplinary study of social institutions.
Academic Credit
3 HONR credits
Eligibility
A GPA of 3.0 or higher is required to enroll in all HONR courses.
Program Cost
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss.
Estimated program cost: $2700
- Does not include: airfare and some meals.
Giant Leaps Scholarship
Participants who are US citizens or permanent residents are strongly encouraged to apply for the Giant Leaps Scholarship through the MyStudyAbroad system. Giant Leaps awards are based on total family income and require having a FAFSA on file. For this Maymester program, participants are eligible for the following amounts of scholarship funding, which can be applied to the program fee billed by Purdue but also expenses like airfare.
- Total family income of $75,000 or less: $1500 applied to the program cost
- Total family income of $75,001 to $100,000: $1000 applied to the program cost
- Total family income of $100,001 to $125,000: $800 applied to the program cost
- Total family income of $125,001 to $150,000: $400 applied to the program cost
- Total family income of $150,001 or greater: Ineligible
For complete details on eligibility, application procedures, and deadlines, please visit https://www.purdue.edu/gpp/sa/financialresources/sa-office-based/giant_leaps_summer.html.
Experiential Education Scholarhip
Eligible students are also encouraged to apply for the Experiential Education Scholarship: https://exed.purdue.edu/funding/student.php. The annual deadline for summer funds is February 22nd.
JMHC Global Enrichment Grants
Members of the John Martinson Honors College are encouraged to apply for a Study Away Global Enrichment Grant to support their participation in this program. Information about these grants, including eligibility, deadlines, and the application link, can be found at https://honors.purdue.edu/current-students/global/Scholarships%20and%20Grants.php. Students participating in this Maymester program can apply in either the October 15th or February 1st application cycle.
Please do NOT make any financial commitments toward the program (such as purchasing airfare) until instructed by the program leader.
Application Deadline
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Upon acceptance, a deposit of $500 is required to secure your space in the program.
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
