Southeast Asian Studies Summer Institute (SEASSI)

Burmese • Filipino • Hmong • Indonesian • Javanese • Khmer • Lao • Thai • Vietnamese

SEASSI offers high-quality, proficiency-driven courses in nine Southeast Asian languages. Courses are open to undergraduates, graduate students, adult learners, and high school juniors and seniors (online only). This accelerated eight-week program is equivalent to one year of language study, developing speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills through intensive instruction and a range of engaging co-curricular activities.

Program runs June 15–August 7, 2026. Applications open this fall.

March 1: Priority application deadline

Classes: Apply to study any SEASSI language at the elementary, intermediate, or advanced level. Courses will meet synchronously via Zoom with limited in-person options for Indonesian, Thai, and Vietnamese. All classes will meet Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (CDT), with ample breaks included.

Learn More: Email seassi@lpo.wisc.edu or schedule an advising appointment to receive more information.

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