Study Abroad in Santiago, Chile

Prepare yourself for a new adventure not only outside of the classroom, but inside the classroom as well. Whether you’re looking to study fashion design or aerospace engineering, you’ll find a range of courses with study abroad Santiago, Chile programs in leading universities in the Americas.

Popular subjects to study. Santiago boasts a range of landscapes surrounding it, from hills and valleys to mountain ranges, making it a stellar choice for studying geography. Another popular subject (and smart choice) for students to study here is Spanish, where you can live with a host family and be immersed in the language. Other popular choices include political science, business, anthropology, and Latin American studies.

Short term and summer vs. long term programs. You could opt to take courses as short as a summer or winter and throughout the year or as long as a semester (fall and spring) and a full academic year. If you’re looking to learn Spanish, it’s a muy excelente idea to study in Santiago for a full year to get the most out of the program and to become fluent as well.

Attending universities vs. other program types. Study abroad Santiago, Chile programs are provided by a third party, your own university, or universities in Santiago. Some students might choose to directly enroll in Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile or one of its many other higher education institutions. Talk to your university study abroad advisor to help you determine your goals and credit needs before choosing a program that will be the right fit for you.

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Mountains and Memories

November 14, 2025by: Ava Ellis - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad Santiago Summer – Health Studies

9

Studying abroad in Santiago, Chile this summer was truly an experience I'll never forget. Being a student athlete as well as pre-med I didn't know if study abroad would be possible for me. Then I heard of this program: one that combines immersion in Spanish with my interest in healthcare and taking place during the summer so I wouldn't have to miss any of my swim season or valuable classes. The highlight of my experience was one I never expected: my host family. Staying with Chilean natives with little English knowledge was one of my biggest sources of anxiety upon arriving in Chile. However these fears quickly dissipated. My host parents Ceci and Hector took me in and treated me as one of their own. They helped me with integrating into Chilean culture while helping me gain confidence in my Spanish speaking abilities. Although I was only in Chile for two months I really feel as though I got the full study abroad experience. From observing surgeries during my clinical observations, to walking through the streets of Valparaiso on field trips, and exploring the Atacama Desert and the nearby countries of Argentina and Uruguay with my new friends this experience changed my life for the better. I will never forget the people and places that make Chile feel like home.

It was a great experience!

May 28, 2025by: Hue Tran - United StatesProgram: USAC Chile: Santiago-Latin American & Anthropology Studies

8

Studying abroad was a wonderful immersive experience that led to improving my Spanish fluency and learning about a culture I most likely would not have been exposed to otherwise. The trips that were a part of the program like going to Valparaiso and Viña Del Mar were great ways to also see Chilean life outside of the capital, as well as see the nature and beauty of the country.

Mountains and Memories

November 14, 2025by: Ava Ellis - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad Santiago Summer – Health Studies

9

Studying abroad in Santiago, Chile this summer was truly an experience I'll never forget. Being a student athlete as well as pre-med I didn't know if study abroad would be possible for me. Then I heard of this program: one that combines immersion in Spanish with my interest in healthcare and taking place during the summer so I wouldn't have to miss any of my swim season or valuable classes. The highlight of my experience was one I never expected: my host family. Staying with Chilean natives with little English knowledge was one of my biggest sources of anxiety upon arriving in Chile. However these fears quickly dissipated. My host parents Ceci and Hector took me in and treated me as one of their own. They helped me with integrating into Chilean culture while helping me gain confidence in my Spanish speaking abilities. Although I was only in Chile for two months I really feel as though I got the full study abroad experience. From observing surgeries during my clinical observations, to walking through the streets of Valparaiso on field trips, and exploring the Atacama Desert and the nearby countries of Argentina and Uruguay with my new friends this experience changed my life for the better. I will never forget the people and places that make Chile feel like home.

It was a great experience!

May 28, 2025by: Hue Tran - United StatesProgram: USAC Chile: Santiago-Latin American & Anthropology Studies

8

Studying abroad was a wonderful immersive experience that led to improving my Spanish fluency and learning about a culture I most likely would not have been exposed to otherwise. The trips that were a part of the program like going to Valparaiso and Viña Del Mar were great ways to also see Chilean life outside of the capital, as well as see the nature and beauty of the country.