Description

This multi-country program to Buenos Aires, Argentina and Lima, Peru gives students the exceptional opportunity to experience two entirely distinctive cities, countries, and cultures during the course of one semester. Program participants will experience the elegant and lively atmosphere of Buenos Aires, as well as the bustling fusion of history and modernity in Lima. Although the differences between these cities will be immediately apparent to the students, this program offers students the chance to go beyond initial appearances to arrive at the heart of these two cultures. After having spent an extended period of time at each of the program sites, students will be able to draw cultural and linguistic comparisons between the sites, and will more fully understand the essence of Hispanic and South American culture.

Specialized courses at both the University of Belgrano and the University of the Pacific form an integrated and progressive curriculum for this program.

The academic structure consists of a 100-hour language module upon arrival in Buenos Aires followed by a 3-credit general elective course in Business, History or Literature. In Lima, students have the option to continue their Spanish through a 20 hour Advanced Conservation and Composition course and will also enroll in 2 out of 4 elective courses offered in both the Spanish and English languages.

The Spanish language track of the program helps students advance their language skills while examining the linguistic nuances that color the language of both countries. The culture track allows students to compare cultural aspects, like history, literature and business of the countries.

Highlights

* Academic Credits: Earn 15-17 semester hours (23-25 quarter units) of credit upon successful completion of the program!
* Tuition: Includes all tuition at the University of the Pacific and the University of Belgrano. All classes are taught by faculty members from the host universities.
* Resident Directors: ISA Resident Directors are available 24 hours a day to assist students with all aspects of their study abroad experience.
* Round-trip Airfare from Houston: Airfare provided between Houston and all program sites.
* Tutoring: Students will have the opportunity to receive up to 2 hours of tutoring each weekday.
* Excursions: Please visit the ISA website for a complete list of cultural excursions. Ground transportation and entrance fees are included on all excursions. Hotel accommodations and breakfast are included on all overnight excursions.
* Room and Board: Students live with host families in each city. The family homestays include three meals a day (excluding ISA excursion days) and laundry service once a week.
* On-site ISA Offices: ISA offices in Lima and Buenos Aires offer student computers with internet access, language resources, travel information and more.
* Medical Insurance: Medical insurance is provided for the official period of the program. Medical insurance extensions are also available for an additional cost.
* Cultural Activities: ISA Resident Directors will arrange cultural activities throughout the program.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

12,500 (IMCF1111) Late Acceptance May Be Possible, Contact ISA

Program Fees Include:

* Academic credits
* Round-trip airfare from Houston
* Tuition
* Full-time resident directors
* Cultural excursions
* Room and board
* Airport reception
* On-site ISA offices
* Medical insurance
* Internet access
* Tutoring, and more!

Experience Required

no

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Thousands of dollars in ISA scholarships are available! Please visit the ISA website for scholarship information.

Application Process Involves

• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

ISA (International Studies Abroad)'s Mission Statement

To provide high quality education abroad opportunities to American and Canadian college students at an affordable price. We recognize that we play an important role in the worldwide effort of international educators to increase individuals' awareness of cultures and societies outside of their own national boundaries.

Year Founded

1987