Arcadia: Valparaiso - Arcadia in Chile Summer

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Spend your summer studying in one of Latin America's most beautiful cities, Valparaíso, at the innovative Pontifica Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV), which offers a variety of Spanish language and culture courses depending on your level o... read more

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I feel as if my spanish improved immensly in such a short amount of time and it was 100% worth it. - Denison University View Entire Review

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Spend your summer studying in one of Latin America's most beautiful cities, Valparaíso, at the innovative Pontifica Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV), which offers a variety of Spanish language and culture courses depending on your level of Spanish. Learn about the culture, history, communities, and landscapes of Chile. PUCV offers two five-week sessions- you can participate in one or both sessions. Two semesters of college-level Spanish are required.

Homestays with local Chilean families is one of the program’s highlights, as it helps you immerse yourself in the local culture and practice your Spanish language skills.

ARCADIA EXCURSIONS
Travel to fascinating places of interest that enhance your cultural immersion and give a meaningful context to your academic courses. Here is a sampling:

  • City tour of Santiago

  • Walking tour of Valparaíso

  • Casablanca Valley Vineyard

  • Pablo Neruda house and Isla Negra

  • Atacama desert overnight trip

  • and more...


ARCADIA'S APPROACH
Arcadia opens the doors to new experiences, different academic learning, people, cultures and perspectives so you can build your own lifelong learning and memories:


  • Enjoy academic success – earn credit abroad


  • Explore a new world – excursions, activities, events, and so much more!


  • Get to know yourself – gain a new view of the world and your place in it.


  • Rely on us for support – 9 centers in 12 countries worldwide


  • Boost your resume – employers AND graduate schools.

Please check our website for dates and the latest program information.

Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Program Length(s):
  • Summer
Instruction Language(s):
  • Spanish
  • English
Language Requirement(s):
  • Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • Latin American Studies
  • Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
  • Spanish Language, Literature
  • Hispanic and Latin American Languages, Literature
  • International Relations
  • Political Science and Government
  • Sociology
  • Film, Video, Photographic Arts
  • Business
  • History
Minimum GPA:
2.3
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Arcadia Scholarships

Arcadia aims to help students for whom financial assistance can mean the difference between participating on an Arcadia program and staying home. Arcadia scholarships are awarded to eligible applicants based on need. Approximately 70% of study abroad students who apply for aid from Arcadia receive some form of award

$250-$2,500

Deadlines:
Applications are received on a rolling basis.

Guidelines/Requirements:
Only students who have been accepted to a program from Arcadia Abroad will be considered for an award.

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