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Study Abroad in Cuernavaca, Mexico
Location: Mexico: Cuernavaca
Term: Fall, Spring, Academic Year
Dates: Fall: August 29 - November 30 (Application Deadline: July 15) Spring: January 18 - April 18 (Application Deadline: December 15)
3015 E Franklin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55406 United States
Call Us
Phone: (612) 729-3400
Fax: (612) 333-2626
Description
Travel to Cuernavaca, Mexico, the "City of Eternal Spring", to enroll in intensive Spanish classes while immersing yourself in Mexican culture. World Endeavors' study abroad program in Mexico offers you the unique opportunity to get to know this colorful and complex country first-hand. During the day you will improve your Spanish through intensive grammar, speaking, conversation, and Latin American history and culture classes, and at night you'll get practical experience speaking Spanish while hanging out with your Mexican host family. You'll even get a chance to connect with local Mexican students through our 'amigo' language exchange program. Join World Endeavors for an authentic cultural experience in Cuernavaca - study in Mexico!
Highlights
Participants are given an orientation session soon after their arrival in Mexico. This includes a welcome, a tour of the language study facilities, a Spanish placement test, information about housing in Cuernavaca and your classes, and a tour of the city in the afternoon.
Each week of instruction includes 15 hours of language study. Students can earn up to 18 credits per semester.
This program includes 2 exciting all-day excursions!
* Teotihuacan Pyramids
Participants can partake in an informative guided trip to nearby ancient sites, featuring the pyramids dedicated to the sun and the moon.
* Museum Trip
Another excursion includes a day trip to Mexico City to visit a museum featuring the works of famous Mexican artists, including Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.
In addition to the scheduled excursions, students who want to get out and experience real Mexican culture have a wide variety of things to do and see. Cuernavaca is home to many interesting and historic sites, such as castles and cathedrals, some of which date back to the 1500s. Other fun activities include: local museums, hot springs, open-air markets, festivals, and side trips to nearby towns. Mexico City is only a short bus ride away. This beautiful colonial town has something to offer everyone.
Degree Level
Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Cost in US$:
Please see our website.
Cost Includes:
Cost Include Description:
* Tuition
* 2 exciting all-day excursions
* Host family accommodations
* 3 meals per day
* Transportation to and from airport in Mexico City
* Orientation
* Pre-departure support and advice
* Academic transcript
Credit Available
no
This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Home-stays
Application Process Involves
- Phone/Video Interview
- Written Application
- Transcript
World Endeavors's Mission Statement
World Endeavors is a provider of unique international volunteer, internship, and study programs. Our mission is to become a catalyst for positive change in our community and the world through quality international programs.
