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CIEE Liberal Arts in Yucatán, Mexico

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Program Overview

Famous for its efforts to preserve and promote its historical culture, Mérida is the capital of Yucatán and the largest city in southeastern Mexico. A safe and vibrant city, it's an ideal location to expand your education abroad.

When class is in session, explore how traditions and modernity converge while advancing your degree and improving your Spanish language skills at Universidad Anahuac Mayab (UAM) and CIEE Yucatan. UAM is one of the top private universities in Mexico, offering a wide variety of courses in all areas of study, including biology, chemistry, communications, literature, engineering, psychology, mathematics, and more. Outside the classroom, your courses will be complemented by co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and intercultural understanding.

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Program Highlights

Visit Chichen Itzá and learn how the ancient Maya used science, math, and technology in their daily life and how STEM impacts more recent Mayan culture.
Explore El Corchito and see the diverse flora and fauna of the region, and enjoy a boat ride through the lagoon to get to the mangroves.
Visit Punta Laguna, a nature reserve that offers one of the most unique sightseeing attractions in all of Yucatán.
Tour Carnavalito, which includes visits to the emblematic neighborhoods and the most famous buildings, parks, and monuments of the city.
Experience Serenata Yucateca, a guitar concert of trova and authentic Yucatecan music.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Academic Advising
Emergency Support
Travel Insurance
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Academic Credit

Program Details

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Locations

  • Merida, Mexico

Fields & Subjects

  • Accounting
  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Art History
  • Biology
  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Communications
  • Computer Science & IT
  • Criminology
  • Culture
  • Design
  • Economics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Ethnic Studies
  • Finance
  • Foreign Language
  • Graphic Design
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Hospitality
  • Industrial Design
  • Information Systems
  • International Business
  • International Relations
  • Journalism & Broadcasting
  • Law
  • Leadership
  • Management
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Medicine
  • Music
  • Neuroscience & Behavior
  • Nutrition
  • Photography
  • Public Health
  • Service Learning
  • Spanish
  • Statistics
  • Sustainable Development
  • Travel & Tourism
  • Visual Arts

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round
  • Terms Available
  • Fall
  • Spring

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • Spanish
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-25

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GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist -	Student Video
Top Rated Notable Mentions 2022
Innovative New Program – Intern Abroad 2021 Finalist
Innovation in Crisis Response 2021 Finalist
Innovative Technology 2020 Finalist
Top Rated Study Abroad Organizations of 2020
Top Rated Organization 2019 - Study Abroad
Alliance for International Exchange
Innovative Technology 2019
British Accreditation Council

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