Description

Santiago the capital of Chile, is the fifth largest city in South America with over five million inhabitants. Santiago anchors the northern and more prosperous section of the central valley. Immense Andean peaks creating a spectacular backdrop surround the city.

In Santiago, you will find the charm and culture of Latin America with all the amenities of the first world. The city is clean, safe and efficient, and its six million residents are very friendly and hospitable to foreigners.

Located in the Providencia district of the city in a modern 3 story building. Quiet tree-lined streets surround the school yet 10 minutes walk will bring you to the bustling avenue 11 de Septiembre.

Highlights

You have the following course options:
* 4 lessons daily: (20 group lessons per week)
* 4 lessons daily: (20 private lessons per week)

- We accept all language levels / ages 17+
- Unlimited course length
- A "lesson" usually lasts approx. 50 minutes
- Course runs Monday through Friday (mornings)
- Loan of course materials are included
- Placement test and orientation on first day of course
- Maximum 7 students per group class

Academic credit available: (if required)
- Undergraduate Credit Through Brookhaven College

Lodging options:

* Host Family:
- Private room
- Meals included: breakfast and/or dinner daily
- Meals will be local custom
- Shared bathroom with family
- Bed linens provided; must bring towels
- You will be given a key to your lodgings
- Located 5 - 35 mins. to school by public transport

After class and weekend activities:
- Enjoy social and cultural outings during the week with other students from the school: visit the Central Market together, stroll Vina Concha y Toro & Cerro San Cristobal.
- Take a trip and visit the Chilean Lake region (lakes, forests and snow-capped volcanoes) or the costal town of Isla Negra.

Languages

• Spanish

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Various options

Program Fees Include:

- Selected language course and course length
- Placement test and orientation on the day
- Lodging as requested
- Meals if selected
- Use of teaching materials and borrowing books
- Optional cultural and social activities.
- Language proficiency certificate
- Academic credit available if requested

Credit Available

yes

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

Language Vacation's Mission Statement

Provide short or long term language courses and total cultural immersion abroad. Studying abroad, in the country a language is spoken is the most effective way to learn another language. Enjoy year round language programs worldwide for "Adults", junior summer language camps & programs abroad for "Teenagers" and affordable credit-bearing opportunities. Tailor made language courses for Business, Government & Diplomatic personal including the opportunity to Live & Study in the home of your own private language teacher!

Year Founded

2000