Description

The KIIS summer program in Argentina provides students with an opportunity to explore the landscapes and culture of one of the largest Spanish-speaking countries in the world. Argentina is a country that embodies the richness of the cultures of both South America and Europe. This experience will allow students to experience multiculturalism at its best.

The Argentina program will provide students from varying backgrounds with an interdisciplinary perspective and a deep understanding of the region's environment, geography, and development challenges. As the program is field based, shared accommodations will be in hotels or bed and breakfasts and will facilitate interaction with the local community whenever possible.

Highlights

The program is field based and starts in Buenos Aires, one of the world's mega cities (13 million population) and a fascinating urban landscape with all the usual big-city attractions - theaters, art museums, historic mansions, national monuments and many professional soccer teams. The program then heads to the northeast to visit the Mission region and spectacular Iguazu Falls near the border with Brazil and Paraguay. A journey across one of the least visited parts of Argentina - the Chaco - focuses on many environmental challenges facing the country, and continues on to the most indigenous part of the country - the Northwest and the historic colonial city of Salta. From Salta, the program continues down the eastern slopes of the towering Andes mountains to Mendoza, an oasis city in the central western part of Argentina known for its high-quality wine production. Continuing on down the Andean spine, the program heads into Patagonia with visits to German-influenced Bariloche and Neuquen, before ending back in Buenos Aires for the return journey home.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Languages

• Spanish

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

3250 USD

Program Fees Include:

* Accommodations in Buenos Aires and Rosario
* All meals with host families in Rosario
* Some meals in Buenos Aires
* Transfers in Argentina to program sites
* International Student Identity Card (ISIC) that provides basic accident/health insurance policy, and up to six credit hours

* Cost with airfare is available upon request.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of varies according to course

Scholarships are Available

Students presently matriculated at schools which are full members of the KIIS consortium may apply for a merit- and need-based scholarship through KIIS. Please contact your campus representative or the KIIS office for more information.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Essay

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-3 wks. following app. deadline

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Kentucky Institute for International Studies's Mission Statement

The Kentucky Institute for International Studies is a consortium of colleges and universities dedicated to providing quality international education. KIIS is founded on the conviction that an international experience should be part of the education of as many people as possible. KIIS programs have four primary objectives: (1) to establish high-quality, low-cost, academically sound international study programs for students; (2) to provide faculty from member institutions a means for professional growth; (3) to create language and culture programs for professionals and develop links with their counterparts in foreign countries; and (4) to promote the study of foreign languages. KIIS also seeks to develop new opportunities for international experiences which meet the needs of students, faculty, academic institutions, and community organizations, always taking into consideration the changing times and shifting demands of a global society.

Year Founded

1975