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Spanish Language & Mexican Culture

by: Arcos Journeys Abroad

9.67 (111)Verified

Travel to the enchanting colonial city of Oaxaca, Mexico for an unforgettable Spanish immersion experience. Delve into the language and learn about Mexican culture in this activity-rich program. Take daily classes at the prestigious University of Oaxaca Language Department, located in the heart of Oaxaca’s colonial center. Choose from all levels of Spanish as well as from elective classes in Liter...

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Program Highlights

Improve your Spanish skills exponentially through daily Spanish classes at the University of Oaxaca.

Enjoy the incredible Oaxacan and Mexican cuisine through a traditional cooking class and home-cooked meals with your homestay.

Climb the pyramids of majestic Monte Alban, set high above Oaxaca overlooking the expansive central valleys.

Swim in the waters of Hierve el Agua mountain springs and take in the vistas.

Create and paint your own alebrije, the fantastical carved wooden animals Oaxaca is famous for.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Oaxaca, Mexico
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundTerms Available:
  • Summer
Cost Per Week$900-1250
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Culture
Focus Areas:
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion
  • Student Exchange
  • See more
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
  • Canadian
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Awards

Top Rated Program High School Abroad in Mexico 2025
GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - High School AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - High School AbroadTop Rated High School Abroad Organization 2022Top Rated Organization 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.67

Total Reviews

111

Trust the process and enjoy!

December 29, 2025by: Jhona Bursack

Program: Spanish Language & Mexican Culture

10

The overall experience with Arcos has my top rating 10/10! The benefits from this immersive experience are undeniable. My daughter was able to experience life in the beautiful city of Oaxaca, Mexico with a wonderful host family who provided breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day. This was such a cultural gift! Trust the process and enjoy!

Taught my son valuable skills

December 27, 2025by: Marcos Sierra

Program: Spanish Language & Mexican Culture

10

With Arcos, communication and proper expectations were set from the beginning. I am very pleased with the entire Arcos Journeys Abroad team. All of the pre-departure documentation made preparation extremely easy. I am grateful for my son's increased confidence in his ability to be independent and know how to follow a calendar schedule.

Highly recommended!

December 08, 2025by: Liana Plumpton

Program: Spanish Language & Mexican Culture

10

My daughter had a great experience and is already making plans for next summer with friends she met in Oaxaca. Our daughter usually prefers joining activities with a friend and was excited to go on this adventure solo. She met new friends she's kept in touch with and plans to visit. Highly recommend!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Oaxaca, Mexico

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Culture

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Summer
Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American
  • Canadian

This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Cost per week

$900-1250

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • Spanish

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Letters of Reference
  • Online Application
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Travel to the enchanting colonial city of Oaxaca, Mexico for an unforgettable Spanish immersion experience. Delve into the language and learn about Mexican culture in this activity-rich program. Take daily classes at the prestigious University of Oaxaca Language Department, located in the heart of Oaxaca’s colonial center. Choose from all levels of Spanish as well as from elective classes in Literature, History, Culture, and Fine Arts. The city itself is nestled in a valley surrounded by stunning mountains. Excursions to the Monte Alban archeological site, Hierve el Ague mountain springs, and to the surrounding Indigenous villages – such as Teotitlán del Valle, famous for its weaving traditions – are included. Volunteer to practice your Spanish skills and learn more about life in Oaxaca....

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