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Students of the World

A one-year journey to seven regions of the world — to understand our planet, to study its people, to find your purpose.

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We Journey to the Capitals of the world and their surrounding regions.

New York & North America

São Paulo
& Latin America

Paris
& Europe

Istanbul &
The Middle East

Nairobi
& Africa

New Delhi
& South Asia

Beijing
& East Asia

“Like a traveling TED conference — immersing you in the culture, politics, arts, businesses and economies of 7 regions around the world.”

Chris Whittle, Founder and Executive Chairman

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Structure & Independence

Our curated program and world-class faculty enable students to learn from experts in each region, reflect on their futures and careers, and explore the world before they step into it.

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Our Route

May 10 - May 15
 
North China
(Graduation)
Apr 12 - May 9
East Asia
Beijing
and Shenzhen / Shanghai / Ho Chi Minh City +
Mar 15 - Apr 11
South Asia
New Delhi
and Varanasi / Mumbai / Rajasthan +
Feb 16 - Mar 14
Africa
Nairobi
and Kigali / Cape Town / Kilimanjaro +
Jan 19 - Feb 15
Middle East
Istanbul
and Jordan / Dubai / Saudi Arabia +
Nov 15 - Dec 11
Europe
Paris
and Seville / Tuscancy / London +
Oct 18 - Nov 14
South America
São Paulo
and Rio de Janeiro / Amazon / Patagonia +
Sep 20 - Oct 17
North America
New York
and Los Angeles / Washington, D.C. / Mexico City +
DATE, 2025regionHost citySelected fellowships
Sep 15 - Sep 20New England (Orientation)
Sep 20 - Oct 17North AmericaNew York Los Angeles / Washington, D.C. / Mexico City +
Oct 18 - Nov 14South AmericaSão PauloRio de Janeiro / Amazon / Patagonia +
Nov 15 - Dec 11EuropeParisSeville / Tuscany / London +
Dec 12 - Jan 18Break
Jan 19 - Feb 15Middle EastIstanbulJordan / Dubai / Saudi Arabia +
Feb 16 - Mar 14AfricaNairobi Kigali / Cape Town / Kilimanjaro +
Mar 15 - Apr 11South AsiaNew DelhiVaranasi / Mumbai / Rajasthan +
Apr 12 - May 9East AsiaBeijingShenzhen / Shanghai / Ho Chi Minh City +
May 10 - May 15North China (Graduation)

The program may be subject to variations in dates or destinations based upon particular safety concerns, visa restrictions and other factors that may arise from time to time

Events & News

Baret News
Baret Scholars and United World Colleges

We are proud to announce a partnership with UWC, reflecting our shared belief in intercultural understanding and learning through experiences

FELLOW SPOTLIGHT
A conversation with Ronan

Ronan is a filmmaker and musician with an incredibly diverse career.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
A conversation with Julyana

“Everyday I’m having conversations that are changing my perspectives and values”

 POSTCARD FROM NEW YORK
Walter Isaacson spoke to Baret Scholars

The biographer of Jobs and Musk spoke at our Morning Program in New York City

Darius

UK

Kynaat

UK

Elizabeth

Kenya

Rhiannon

UK

Mia

China

Maria

USA

Paranjap

India

Christian

South Africa

Hanbin

China

Sofia

Mexico

Alice

Brazil

Ali

Morocco

Jay

China
“Which 18 year old

would not want to travel

the world”
Aarush K.,
Baret Scholar 2024-2025
WHY STUDY THE WORLD