CIEE January in Santiago, Dominican Republic

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Your January in Santiago de los Caballeros program lasts three weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in one CIEE course taught at CIEE Santiago. Enhance your experience with extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Dominican culture. Live and learn in Santiago! Santiago de los Caballeros is the Dominican Republic’s vibrant city, celebrated for its mild climate and rich cultural heritage. January is the perfect time to experience Santiago’s rich gastronomic scene, enjoy lively street dancing, and soak in the electric atmosphere of Dominican Winter League baseball matches. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Santiago...

Program Highlights

Explore the diverse environments of a tropical island by hiking and cycling along beautiful beaches, rivers, and mountains .

Get captivated by the local lifestyle while immersing yourself in Dominican traditions and exploring street art in the “Heart City.”

Enjoy local Dominican cuisine, from street food like savory empanadas, fresh tropical fruit juices, yun-yun, and yaroas to the most elaborate dishes in fine restaurants and welcoming homes. 

Explore the historic and cultural charms of Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican Republic and one of the Caribbean’s oldest cities.

Visit nearby cities and places of historical, social, or ecological relevance, such as Puerto Plata, Jarabacoa, or Rio Blanco, which offer further opportunities to enrich your experience in the D.R.