BALI PROGRAM – SUMMER 2026
Music and Culture in Bali
SUMMER 2026 APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY APRIL 6
*GRANT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE FOR EARLY QUEENS COLLEGE APPLICANTS*
Program Information
Location & Dates:
Location: Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
NY Departure and Return Dates: July 8 – July 22
Arrive in Ubud on July 9
Course Information:
Title: Music and Culture in Bali
Course: 3 credits MUS 8 (undergrad)/MUS 713 (grad) *THIS COURSE IS OPEN TO BOTH UNDERGRAD AND GRAD STUDENTS*
QC Faculty: Professors Ruka Shironishi and Fred Trumpy
Housing: Double rooms in hotel
Syllabus and Tentative Schedule
This course will provide an immersive musical experience to both CUNY undergraduate students and Queens College graduate students. We will rehearse as a gamelan on traditional instruments, study privately with local masters, and tour sacred landmarks and temples throughout Bali. Musical experience is not necessary for enrollment. In person classes, lectures, daily writing assignments and journaling will also be required.
Program Cost
Cost paid to Study Abroad Office: $1,462
| Consolidated Fee:
(includes housing, cultural activities/excursions, & local transportation) |
$1001 |
| QC Application Fee | $400 |
| CISI Insurance | $61 |
**Not included in the above cost:
| CUNY tuition for in-state, matriculated undergraduates: | $915 |
| Airfare: | $1800 – $2000 (estimate) |
| Minimum Budget for Meals and Personal Expenses: | $20 to $30 per day |
Please keep in mind
– Programs are open to undergraduate students only from all CUNY campuses with one semester completed* (*Bali is open to QC grad students)
– Minimum 2.5 GPA required and no financial/academic holds
– Some programs may require travel on Fridays and weekends
– Students receive both credit and grade
– Students are encouraged to apply early
Study Abroad Office
King Hall, Room 203
Queens College, CUNY
65-30 Kissena Blvd. Flushing, New York 11367-1597
718-997-5050
718-997-5055 (FAX)
Email: studyabroad@qc.cuny.edu