Description

Create lifelong memories while you immerse yourself into a new culture and change lives of locals in need. ProWorld's semester abroad in Oaxaca, Mexico provides a unique blend of service projects, field research, academic courses, homestay living, and cultural activities. You will participate in community-driven, hands-on development projects, such as supporting a Zapotec women's weaving cooperative, or helping rural community teachers at overcrowded and underfunded schools.

Experience life in Oaxaca, exploring archaeological ruins, enjoying a balance of classroom and field instruction, and volunteering in the local community...embrace this experience driven class schedule, and you'll never want to leave!

Programs are highly supported by an onsite staff team and welcoming community partners. ProWorld, founded in 1998, is a true leader in the fields of study abroad and international development.

Your program includes: meaningful volunteer projects, academic classes, home stay family living, weekly adventures and 16 semester credits. Apply early to secure your position!

Prerequisites:
- Completion of one year of university studies and one semester of university level Spanish
- Good academic standing at your home university
- A positive attitude and a will to help

* Semester Credits: 16
* Total class hours: 256
* Project hours: 56
* Average class hours per credit: 16
* Accreditation: Jacksonville University
* Language of Instruction: Spanish with English support

Highlights

Real Projects... Real Experience! ProWorld's semester abroad provides a unique blend of service projects, field research, academic courses, and cultural activities. Community development projects, field work, and adventure activities complement classes, creating an integrated program understanding and a rewarding study abroad experience.

You will study with local professors to better understand the history and diversity of Oaxaca and Mexico, then explore that diversity by visiting rural villages that maintain a centuries-old way of life. You will immerse yourself in the culture by living with a caring and carefully selected local family.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Please inquire for details.

Program Fees Include:

The Program Includes:
- Intensive group orientation
- 16 Academic credits, tuition fees, books, and transcripts from Jacksonville University
- Academic classes four to five days a week
- All onsite program transportation
- Full room and board with a local family
- Private/small-group Spanish classes
- Group and individual development projects with funding
- Weekly experiential learning activities
- Weekend adventures
- Daily staff and professor support
- 24 hour emergency access to ProWorld office and staff

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 6-18

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

ProWorld 's Mission Statement

To empower communities, promote social and economic development, conserve the environment, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. We invite you to join the ProWorld mission and make a difference in our host communities through our sustainable development model.

Year Founded

1998