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Guadalajara Engineering Program
Hosted by one of Mexico's newest and leading universities, this program offers students the opportunity to pursue engineering in a dynamic international setting while making normal progress toward their degrees. The program carries no prior language requirement and is offered in the spring semester and is ideally suited to second semester sophomores in all engineering majors. Students majoring in physics, chemistry, and other science disciplines may also find the program worth considering. Set in Mexico's beautiful second city, the program allows students to engage with the Spanish language and Mexican culture to gain a true sense of engineering as a...
CIEE January Spanish Program in Guanajuato, Mexico
The Spanish Language program aims to maximize students' learning in the short time available, create critical dialogues across language and culture, and widen students ideas about the themes at hand. The goal is to help students feel confident about their new knowledge, humble about how much more there is still to learn, and passionate about finding ways to continue this learning long after the program ends and they leave Guanajuato. Academic Program Students take one intensive, three-credit course for the duration of the program. Community-Based Spanish, offered at an intermediate or advanced level, emphasizes language learning through a critical and constant engagement...
ISA in Xalapa, Mexico - Spanish Language and Culture
Xalapa, the picturesque and lively capital city, is the cultural center of the state of Veracruz, a region known for its coffee production, indigenous history, and varied climate. With a population of over 500,000, the city of Xalapa is full of life and energy. Despite its growing population, Xalapa maintains the small town charm that makes it the perfect setting for immersion in Mexican culture. Also called the "City of Flowers," Xalapa is nestled in mountains at an elevation of over 4,500 feet. From most parts of the city, visitors can view the nearby snow-capped Pico de Orizaba, and the...
ISA in Guadalajara, Mexico - Language, Culture & Courses in English
Founded in 1542 by Juan de Oñate, Guadalajara is Mexico's second largest city with a population of approximately 4 million people. The city's colonial center, which is comprised of four large plazas surrounding a 16th century cathedral, is evidence of the city's long history as an important commercial and cultural center. In the central plazas you will find beautiful gardens and fountains, magnificent churches and government buildings, and abundant public sculptures. While Guadalajara prides itself on maintaining its reputation as Mexico's most traditional city, it has established itself as a modern and efficient metropolitan area. Today lavish colonial buildings stand side-by-side...
IMAC Spanish Language Programs in Mexico: Playa del Carmen
The School is an established and approved institution in Playa del Carmen. It has the best location in the city, which is one block (two minutes´ walk) from a beautiful Caribbean beach with aquamarine waters and next to Quinta Avenida (5th Avenue). This is the heart of the city and the spot where night life abounds. Since our Partner School keeps classes small, it can offer the most effective and intensive language learning atmosphere. Students appreciate the training and rapid results which are due to our education and experience. Imagine a school set in a lush, tropical garden. Now, imagine classes which...
IMAC Spanish Language Programs: Puerto Vallarta
Study abroad in Puerto Vallarta in the surroundings of a traditional Mexican Village with cobble stone streets, live in the community and enjoy the culture while learning the language. We offer a unique program which will allow you to develop the language skills you desire in the beautiful setting of Puerto Vallarta. Situated in the heart of the magnificent & romantic Bay of Banderas, Puerto Vallarta is known as a premier destination in Mexico because of the beauty of the location and the variety of activities available. The weather is fantastic throughout the year, the beaches & ocean are some of...
Study Abroad at UPAEP, Your University in Puebla
Study at UPAEP (Mexico) You can come to study through the following programs: * International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) * Reciprocal Exchange * CONAHEC Consortium for the North American Higher Education Collaboration * PAME-UDUAL Student Mobility Academic Programs. Union of Latin American Universities * Direct Exchange Student's Life and Facilities: UPAEP Campus has a lot to offer to international students, from an Olympic size swimming pool to many social and cultural activities such as saka dancing. International students can find several social activities through the student affair department and the trips organized by "Amigo UPAEP" a group of students committed to integrate international students to UPAEP and Puebla life. Location: Our...
Graduate Spanish in Queretaro
The WMU study abroad program at the Universidad de Cantabria offers WMU graduate students and other qualified applicants an opportunity to improve their fluency and knowledge of the Spanish language, as well as to deepen their understanding of Spanish culture. This program should be of particular interest to secondary Spanish teachers who are working toward a graduate degree or who need to satisfy certification requirements.
Culture and Geography of Mexico
The Culture and Geography of Mexico program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to study the physical, historical and human geography of the region in a first-hand setting. The three-week program will involve two weeks of intensive coursework at the Universidad Autonoma de Queretaro. Classes will be held in the morning after breakfast at the hotel. Students will be free for lunch but most afternoons will be devoted to field trips that highlight many of the themes addressed in the course. Field trips will include visits to neighboring towns such as Guanajuato, a colonial mining town that is...
Cuernavaca Language School
The Cuernavaca Language School - CLS, was founded by Dr. Ivan Illich+ as the "Centro Intercultural de Documentacion", better known as CIDOC in 1960. The school is one of Mexico's oldest and most respected language institutes, and its professional instructors have extensive experience in teaching Spanish as a second language. Our teaching methods facilitate rapid improvement in Spanish language skills regardless of the student's current ability. We employ a total immersion approach. We offer a solid education in Spanish, fun, and much more.
Spanish Language and Latin American Culture
CEPE Taxco offers students the option of guided tours throughout the Mexican Republic. The School Organizes Guided visits to museums, archeological sites, and other places of interest in the city and its surroundings. The cost varies according to length and distance. Weekend and holiday trips are also organized. These are announced, along with costs, at the beginning of each session. Students who are in high school may attend CEPE Taxco as long as they are age 15 or older. CEPE Taxco offers students courses in Spanish language and Mexican / Latin American culture. Other courses for high school requirements can be...
Medical Internship: UC Davis Quarter Abroad in Oaxaca, Mexico
CFHI and UC Davis have teamed up to offer this new and specialized program that offers University of California students the opportunity to take UCD classes on transnational (US-Mexico) health issues and participate in internships in hospitals and clinics in Oaxaca, Mexico! Courses offered through this program are designed to provide students with cultural competencies that are crucial for effective health care professionals. This program is also designed to provide in-depth clinical experience that will not only lead to greater Spanish fluency, but also, greater awareness of the similarity and differences of medical practice in Mexico and United States and...
Cultural Crossroads in Health in Oaxaca, Mexico
Oaxaca, where CFHI students can explore a different culture and way of life while learning about the region's healthcare system through clinical rotations, is truly a crossroad where different cultures and healthcare practices intersect. Oaxaca City, one of the most unique cities in Mexico, is steeped in history, tradition, and the influences of a vibrant indigenous culture. Students will be immersed in the region's language and rich culture while learning about contemporary social issues facing the local population. Oaxaca is one of the poorest states in Mexico, and many of its inhabitants, especially those of the large indigenous population in rural...
Women's Reproductive Health in Mexico
The Women's Reproductive Health in Mexico program takes place in Puerto Escondido, a small seaside town in the state of Oaxaca. There, students will gain exposure to many of the challenges that women in rural Mexico face when managing their reproductive health. In addition to rotations in local clinics and public healthcare centers, students will take medical and conversational Spanish classes at a local language school. During clinical rotations, students will have the opportunity to see Puerto Escondido's healthcare system for women in a variety of settings. Opportunities range from working in primary care clinics to participating in rural reproductive healthcare...
Tropical Medicine and Rural Health on the Coast of Mexico
The Tropical Medicine and Rural Health program takes place in Puerto Escondido, a small town in the state of Oaxaca. There, students will gain exposure to many of the tropical diseases that are common in the area. In addition to clinical rotations, students will take medical and conversational Spanish classes at a local school. During clinical rotations, students will have the opportunity to see Puerto Escondido's health care system in a variety of settings. Opportunities range from working in primary care clinics to participating in rural disease control programs. One of the key health problems students will encounter in their clinical...
Arizona in Oaxaca
GEOG 455/555: Advanced Regional Study This international field class provides nine hours of geography credit in the University of Arizona's Department of Geography and Regional Development. GEOG 455 is the undergraduate version; GEOG 555 is intended for graduate students. Both courses convene at the same time, with additional research expectations for graduate students. SPAN 299: Independent Study The program is supplemented by three credit hour intensive language class with local teachers, tailored to the student's Spanish proficiency. While this class is optional, it is highly encouraged for all participants. Students will be assigned a level according to their language skills. These classes will...
IHP Rethinking Globalization: Nature, Culture and Justice
The hallmark of IHP's Rethinking Globlization program is a unique comparative approach in which participants study a thematic topic in several different countries over one academic year. Experiential activities such as site visits and case studies complement interdisciplinary team teaching led by in-country and traveling faculty. Students also step out of the classroom to interact with activists, public figures, government and organizational leaders, as well as citizens from all walks of life who are directly involved in the themes explored. Homestays give students the opportunity to get to know local families and to become immersed in the culture and traditions...
Language-School
Participants (ages 18+) live with host families while studying Spanish and participating in cultural activities. Classes include 20 lessons per week (about 4 hours a day) and focus on conversational skills. The language school offers a 'certificate upon completion' at the end of the program. Activities and excursions may include visiting Chordeleg craft villages, the Ingapirca ruins, or museums of Indian culture and history.
AmeriSpan - Study Spanish in Mexico City, Mexico
Mexico City Spanish School Spanish School Facilities: The school with several classrooms, a cafeteria, and library is located in Colonia Condesa. This unique district of Mexico City has an international, bohemian flare to it. Many restaurants and trendy boutiques line its streets with different architecture types that range from Art Deco to the Minimalism. Capacity is 90 students/day What We Like: * Private Room * School organizes some activities * Cosmopolitan city with much to offer * Convenient base for travel throughout Mexico * Academic credit available What We Don't Like: * Usually, a 15-20 minute ride via public transportation to school * Public safety concerns in certain areas of Mexico...
University of Rochester Summer Program in Oaxaca, Mexico
The UR program offers courses in Spanish language and culture at all levels through the Instituto Cultural Oaxaca, located in a traditional-style estate with comfortable classrooms and beautifully maintained gardens and patios. Classes, which are small in size, are held from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Monday through Friday. There is a long lunch break until 3:00 or 4:00, followed on Monday through Thursday by a late afternoon workshop (choice of ceramics, weaving, music, cooking, salsa and merengue dancing); and finally an hour of conversation with an "intercambio." The "intercambio" is a Mexican university student whom you meet every day...