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Trace Mayan achievements in sunny Merida! Why follow your interest in history, humanities, or social science to sunny, welcoming Mérida? Because learning about Mayan history in a classroom is one thing. Experiencing it on the tropical Yucatán peninsula, amidst contemporary Mayan communities and the echoes of ancient achievements, is quite another. Activities and excursions are designed to pull you into the communities you visit and encourage cultural connections of every kind. There’s no extra fee to participate in these optional outings—everything is included in your program fee. Below are a selection of activities and excursions from previous terms; options may vary for your program. Due to the seasonal nature of many program activities, we cannot guarantee a specific activity or excursion will be available in a given term or program. Excursions include a Mérida City Tour, a Mayan World Museum Tour, a Yaxunah Trip, a Uxmal Trip, and a Chichén Itzá Trip.

Program Highlights

Fulfill a social science requirement or an elective with the three-week, for-credit Multicultural Psychology class.

Spend your winter break connecting with and honoring Mexican culture through amazing activities.

Make the most of your stay in Mérida with co-curricular activities, such as a visit to archaeological sites and a day trip to Yaxunah.

Get the chance to visit Chichén Itzá, one of the world’s seven wonders!

Stay with a local host family, allowing you to integrate fully into Mexican culture and language.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Merida, Mexico
Starts At: $3,575 for 2 weeks
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029Terms Available:
  • Winter
Age Requirement: 18-30
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Culture
  • History
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
  • Canadian
  • Australian
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Last Updated: Jul 28, 2026

Awards

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Program Details

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Locations

  • Merida, Mexico

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Culture
  • History

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029

Terms Available:
  • Winter

Age Requirement

18-30

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American
  • Canadian
  • Australian

Starts At

  • 2 weeks: $3,575

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Travel Insurance
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Financial Aid Counseling
  • Academic Advising
  • Transcript Fees
  • Course Materials
  • Academic Credit
  • Emergency Support

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

      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
    • Transcript

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    Trace Mayan achievements in sunny Merida! Why follow your interest in history, humanities, or social science to sunny, welcoming Mérida? Because learning about Mayan history in a classroom is one thing. Experiencing it on the tropical Yucatán peninsula, amidst contemporary Mayan communities and the echoes of ancient achievements, is quite another. Activities and excursions are designed to pull you into the communities you visit and encourage cultural connections of every kind. There’s no extra fee to participate in these optional outings—everything is included in your program fee. Below are a selection of activities and excursions from previous terms; options may vary for your program. Due to the seasonal nature of many program activities, we cannot guarantee a specific activity or excu...

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