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Central College Abroad Summer: Language and Culture in Mexico

Location: Mexico: Merida

Term: Summer

Dates: late May - late June

Central College Abroad

http://www.central.edu/abroad

812 University Pella, Iowa 50219 United States

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Phone: 800-831-3629

Fax: 641-628-5375

Description

Dive into a Spanish language and culture immersion program in Merida, Mexico. Merida is the capital and largest city of the Mexican state of Yucatan. Students of all language levels are welcome on this four-week summer program, where students are immersed both culturally and linguistically in this colonial city.

Classes meet Monday through Thursday for instruction in intensive language instruction for 5 hours per day. The focus is on learning or improving both written and oral Spanish skills, and developing an understanding of and appreciation for the history, culture and customs of Merida and of the Yucatan. To reinforce the practical use of Spanish, instruction will take place not only in the classroom but also in the local cafes, grocery stores, markets, theatrical and cultural events. Courses are taught by Central's own locally appointed faculty.

Highlights

Merida, the capital of the Mexican state of Yucatan, was one of the great cities of colonial Mexico. Signs of its Spanish-ruled past are visible everywhere, from the cathedral, the oldest in the American continent, to the grand colonial mansions which line its streets. Yet the visitor will quickly realize that Merida was and is still the capital of a region which is primarily Mayan.

Classes will have a special focus on the culture and history of Mexico and specifically the Yucatan. The Central College on-site director will organize day trips and excursions that make the classroom come alive. Your program fee includes a day trip as well as two weekend trips. Enjoy a visit to the ancient Maya city, Uxmal as well an excursion to the beautiful Caribbean including visits to Chichen Itza and Tulum. There will also be countless opportunities for cultural activities in historic downtown Merida.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$:

Please see our website for current prices.

Cost Includes:

Cost Include Description:

The four-week program fee includes:
* Tuition for six semester hours of credit
* Host family accommodations with full board and laundry
* On-site orientation and oversight by Merida program director
* Personal Central College Abroad Advisor for pre-departure support
* Optional online pre-departure course
* Cultural activities
* Two overnight excursions
* International Student Identification Card (ISIC)
* Welcome and Farewell receptions
* Transcript

Airfare is not included in program fee.

Credit Available

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Home-stays

Participants Travel to Mexico

in Groups

Application Process Involves
  • Online Application plus Application Assessment
  • Essay
  • Transcript
  • Letters of Reference
Typically The Application Process Time is
5 days
Post Services Include
  • Exit Debriefing Abroad
Central College Abroad's Mission Statement

Central College Abroad fosters cross-cultural appreciation and foreign language development through high quality study abroad programs. Because study abroad is integral to an undergraduate education in an increasingly global society. Central College Abroad is committed to providing experiential and culturally intentional, tailored programs with personalized service to a wide range of students and institutions.

Year Founded

1965

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