Customized University Programs in Mérida, Mexico
Program Overview
Bring your students to Mérida and partner with Habla to create a customized language and cultural experience designed around your institution’s goals.
With over 18 years of experience, Habla is a language and cultural center that works with universities, schools, and educators seeking a trusted local partner in Yucatán. Programs can be tailored to your academic objectives, group size, Spanish proficiency, schedule, and length of stay.
Habla can coordinate Spanish language instruction, homestays and meals, cultural workshops, community experiences, excursions throughout Yucatán, and on-site support. Learning extends beyond the classroom as students use Spanish in authentic contexts, connect with the local community, and develop a deeper understanding of Mexican and Yucatecan culture.
From short-term faculty-led and summer programs to language immersion experiences, Habla provides the local knowledge, community connections, and flexibility to bring your program in Mérida to life.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Exclusions
Quick Details
- Fall
- May Term
- Spring
- Spring Break
- Summer
- Throughout the Year
- Trimester
- Winter
- Culture
- Education
- Foreign Language
- Latin American Studies
- Spanish
Updated Sep 16, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Merida, Mexico
Fields & Subjects
- Culture
- Education
- Foreign Language
- Latin American Studies
- Spanish
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Fall
- May Term
- Spring
- Spring Break
- Summer
- Throughout the Year
- Trimester
- Winter
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- Spanish
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
14+
Starts At
- Customized (1 Week): $800
Payment Terms
- Upfront Deposit
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can Habla customize a program for our university?
Yes. Habla works with universities and faculty-led groups to develop programs based on their academic goals, schedule, group size, Spanish proficiency, and areas of interest. Programs may combine Spanish instruction, cultural experiences, homestays, meals, excursions, and community engagement.
What services can Habla provide for university groups?
Depending on the program, Habla can coordinate Spanish language instruction, homestay accommodations, meals, cultural workshops and activities, local excursions, and on-site support in Mérida. Program components can be customized according to the needs of each institution. groups?
Do students need to speak Spanish before participating?
No specific Spanish level is required. Programs can be adapted for different proficiency levels, from beginning learners to advanced Spanish speakers.
Can students stay with local families?
Yes. Homestays are available for university groups and provide students with opportunities to practice Spanish, experience everyday life in Mérida, and develop deeper connections with the local community.
Can students receive academic credit?
Habla does not independently award university academic credit. When applicable, participating institutions may arrange academic credit for their students according to their own academic requirements and policies.
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