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Gateway to Latin America
Location: Chile: Santiago; Ecuador: Cuenca
Term: Fall, Spring
Dates: Fall and Spring
Call Us
Phone: 800-235-3472
Fax: 315-443-4593
Description
From the top of the Andes to the Southern Cone, this unique two-site program is designed to introduce you to the complex cultural, historical, political, and ethnic diversity of South America. Following an introductory field-study seminar, most students will begin four weeks of intensive Spanish language study at the CEDEI Institute in Cuenca, Ecuador. A small, artsy city, Cuenca is known for its breathtaking mountain geography and the warmth of both its climate and indigenous peoples. The remainder of the semester unfolds with your choice of classes at the prestigious University of Chile in cosmopolitian Santiago de Chile.
Highlights
* Unique two-site living experience includes Cuenca, Ecuador and Santiago de Chile
* Two language tracks for rapid acquisition and increased fluency
* Issues in Contemporary Latin America" field study seminar (required)
* Deep cultural immersion through home-stays in each city
* Internships for both graduate and advanced undergraduate students
* Huge course selection across majors
Degree Level
Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Cost in US$:
Cost Includes:
Credit Available
no
Experience Required
yes
- Pre-Requisite: Two semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent
This Program is open to
American, Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Home-stays
Participants Travel
Independently or in Groups
Application Process Involves
- Letters of Reference
- Other
- Transcript
- Written Application
Post Services Include
- Alumni Network
