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Description

Marvel at the mysteries of Peru's Incan past, master your Spanish while you work on your salsa moves, and earn credits in art, history and development courses while you contribute to community development projects during ProPeru and Jacksonville University's unique summer semester. Homestay accommodations, intensive Spanish language classes, and cultural/adventure excursions further facilitate improved fluency and full immersion in the richness of Peruvian life. The perfect blend of academics, service work and adventure assures your summer in Peru will be anything but boring!

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, Spanish and academic classes, home stay family living, weekly adventures and 6 semester credits. Apply early to secure your position!

Highlights

Real projects...real experience! ProWorld's summer 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.

Excursions include: weekly adventure and cultural activities, tour of the Sacred Valley and Incan ruins, remote community cultural events and major Incan Ruins around Cusco expedition.

Take the time to also watch the sun rise over Machu Picchu! Adventures combined with cultural excursions and productive volunteer work form a comprehensive and unique experience.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications

All participants must have an adventurous spirit. The interests of participants and the needs of the local community determine development projects.

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Subject Areas

• Culture
• Environmental Studies
• History
• Literature
• Sociology
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

please inquire for details

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training

Cost Include Description:

- Intensive group orientation
- 6 semester credits, fees, & transcripts from JU
- Academic classes four to five days a week
- Airport pick up in Cusco
- Full room and board with a local family
- Intensive Spanish Classes
- Funding of development project
- Visits to Archeological sites, weekend hikes, and cultural activities
- 24 hour emergency contact on site
- Regular staff check ins and access to ProPeru office in Cusco

Program fees do not include: international airfare, passport or visa fees, textbooks, insurance, independent travel during the program, or personal expenses. Program fees may change without notice due to currency exchanges and the unique nature of international travel.

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel to Peru

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

7-14 days

Post Services Include

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

ProWorld Service Corps's Mission Statement

The mission of ProWorld is to promote social and economic development, empower communities, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. ProWorld offers 2-26 week internship, volunteer, and study abroad programs in Peru, Mexico, Belize, India, Thailand, Brazil and Ghana. All programs are based on hands-on, community-driven development projects. We believe that within every project decision and every community interaction there exists the opportunity for ProWorld staff and volunteers to strengthen our mission and practice our core values: commitment, integrity, vision, sustainability, compassion, and success.

Year Founded

1998