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CIEE Summer in San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Your Summer in San Juan program lasts 4 weeks (or up to 8 weeks) and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will choose from CIEE courses taught in-person at CIEE San Juan. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Puerto Rican culture. Live and learn in San Juan! San Juan is Puerto Rico’s vibrant capital city, celebrated for its rich history, colorful colonial architecture, and stunning Caribbean beaches. Summer in San Juan offers warm weather, lively cultural festivals, and endless opportunities to enjoy outdoor life – from exploring the historic streets of Old San Juan to relaxing along the scenic coastline. With a unique blend of Latin American and U.S. influences, the city is home to world-class museums, music, cuisine, and a welcoming local community. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, San Juan is the perfect place to study abroad while experiencing a dynamic and culturally rich destination without leaving the U.S. mainland.

Program Highlights

Join weekly language exchange meetups with local students to practice Spanish and explore cultural topics together

Volunteer with a local food bank or community kitchen to help prepare and distribute meals to families in need

Take part in a community beach clean-up and learn how grassroots groups are protecting Puerto Rico’s coastal ecosystems

Experience the magic of Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent waters with a night kayaking tour in Laguna Grande, just outside of San Juan 

Dive into the history and impact of reggaetón, the genre that put Puerto Rico on the global music map, and attend a live reggaetón performance 

Quick Details

Locations:
  • San Juan, Puerto Rico
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Communications
  • Ethnic Studies
  • Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
  • Journalism & Broadcasting
  • Sustainable Development
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
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Last Updated: Jul 15, 2026

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Locations

  • San Juan, Puerto Rico

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Communications
  • Ethnic Studies
  • Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
  • Journalism & Broadcasting
  • Sustainable Development

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027

Terms Available:
  • Summer

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Academic Credit
  • Internship Placement
  • Emergency Support

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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Your Summer in San Juan program lasts 4 weeks (or up to 8 weeks) and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will choose from CIEE courses taught in-person at CIEE San Juan. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Puerto Rican culture. Live and learn in San Juan! San Juan is Puerto Rico’s vibrant capital city, celebrated for its rich history, colorful colonial architecture, and stunning Caribbean beaches. Summer in San Juan offers warm weather, lively cultural festivals, and endless opportunities to enjoy outdoor life – from exploring the historic streets of Old San Juan to relaxing along the scenic coastline. With a unique blend of Latin American and U.S. influences, the city is home to world-class museums,...

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