WorldStrides Study Abroad in Valparaíso/Viña del Mar, Chile
- Hosted at: Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaiso
- Location(s): Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, Chile
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Internship
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Study in Valparaiso and Viña del Mar, Chile with WorldStrides. Students can participate in a program at either the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso or the Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez. Both are incredibly prestigious universities, focusi... read more
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I would certainly return to Chile Joey W - Marietta College View Entire Review
I am amazed at what I got out of studying abroad in Chile. My foreign language skills, interpersonal skills, world cultural understanding, and academic interests improved 100% throughout my international experience. I am now enrolled in a graduate program for Hispanic Languages and Literature and never want to stop learning mo... Matt S - University of Pittsburgh - Bradford View Entire Review
I went to Chile because of Spanish, not knowing much about the culture. I learned so much more than I thought I would though, acquired high language abilities, learned about the incredibly interesting history of the country from people who lived through it, and formed friendships that are still strong 3 years later. If I went ba... Kristin W - University of Tulsa View Entire Review
It is quite difficult to summarize how those amazing months living in Chile changed my life. But the most rewarding elements all seemed to do with the people of the Chilean culture I got to know. It's amazing how you can gain new perspectives, vision, senses of humor, and ways to love others just by spending time with people in ... Jeannie W - Colorado State University View Entire Review
Yes. For the first I went to a Latin American country where people did not seem accustomed to english speakers (gringos). It didn't feel anti American but it was more challenging to adapt to the culture than my other abroad experiences. I have become more patient with coomunicating in Spanish and I continue to make an effort no ... ashley k - Elon University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about Spanish, Chile, the world, and myself. Elizabeth G - University of Nebraska- Lincoln View Entire Review
The program was amazing with supportive staff and families. I became independent and content with exploring alone. I became more assertive and self-confident. I was able to ask questions without feeling stupid, which I would encourage future students to do. You are studying abroad to learn more and in order to learn one must ask... Danielle T - Concordia College - Moorhead View Entire Review
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I Learned So Much About Myself, About America, About The World, And Everything. Great Experience!
I learned a lot about another culture and I learned a lot about myself. Danika W - Trinity University View Entire Review
Wow, I have learned to become more independent and how to rely on myself and became less co-dependent in the process. I've also matured and learned a lot of Spanish. Fielder F - Towson University View Entire Review
A little over six months after returning, I still think back in amazement at the experience I had in Chile. While life has not exactly returned to same as it was before my trip, there is a lingering feeling that something is profoundly different. The sensation adds a certain richness to life, knowing that all is not as it appear... Ben S - Northern Michigan University View Entire Review
Past Review
I Discovered That They Don't Really Speak Spanish In Chile, Instead They Speak Chileno Amazing!
Definitely worthwhile in what I gained overall, and the travel that I was able to manage across South America as a result of the trip. Kay J - Texas A&M - College Station View Entire Review
Chile was a great experience for me. I went over there not knowing a single other person and it was a truly rewarding experience. I only wish I could have stayed for longer than 6 weeks! Sarah S - Wake Forest University View Entire Review
Study abroad with ISA greatly helped my Spanish skills, as well as a new understanding of a new and beautiful culture. As a result of this program, my desire to travel and live abroad has only increased and I will be returning to Chile at the end of the month to begin teaching English. Laura B - Christopher Newport University View Entire Review
YES!!! I have no idea how to write in just one paragraph about the impact that this experience had on my life...but if I had to sum it up, I would say that I became much more independent, confident, fluent in Spanish, and flexible as a result of living in Chile for a semester. I did some very difficult things while I was there (... Jennifer H - University of Maryland - Baltimore View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was one of the best experiences of my life. It gave me a truly global view of things, and I would move there in a heartbeat. Sarah D View Entire Review
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Study in Valparaiso and Viña del Mar, Chile with WorldStrides. Students can participate in a program at either the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso or the Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez. Both are incredibly prestigious universities, focusing on different specializations. The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV) offers intensive month, semester, summer, back to back and internship opportunities for its students. The Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI) is AACSB accredited and offers business courses taught in English, and the ability for advanced Spanish speakers to enroll in courses with locals.
- Chile has various landscapes including deserts, lakes, rivers, glaciers, volcanoes, and beautiful mountain ranges.
- The universities have good quality of education - Chilean Spanish is a bit hard to understand at the beginning, but students later can understand any variant of Spanish.
- Chile is home to Santiago, one of Latin America's largest cities. It is a very eclectic city, with a lot of culture and fun activities.
- Celebrated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and renowned for it’s beaches, Viña del Mar and Valparaíso are two different friendly, neighboring cities.
- Viña del Mar and Valparaíso are mix between old and new. With historic architecture and public transportation, these iconic Chilean cities will leave you wanting more.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadInternship
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Academic Year
- January Term
- Short Term
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Latin American Studies
- Education
- Spanish Language, Literature
- Economics
- Film, Video, Photographic Arts
- Business
Minimum GPA:
2.5Year Founded:
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WorldStrides Scholarships
WorldStrides will award one scholarship each year to a participating student for the full list price of the ISA program. The GO Full-Ride Scholarship can be used for an ISA program and covers the full program fee. In order to be considered for this scholarship, all applicants must apply and meet the eligibility requirements for one of the other ISA scholarships by the deadline. There will be one GO Full-Ride Scholarship awarded per year.
1 full-ride
Deadlines:
Summer: February 28th
Fall: April 30
Winter/Spring: October 30th
Guidelines/Requirements:
• Be accepted to a WorldStrides study abroad, internship, or community engagement program.
• Have at least a 3.25 cumulative GPA.
• Have completed at least one year of college level foreign language or the equivalent. Courses must appear on official transcript.
• Be enrolled in second or third year of undergraduate education at a U.S. university/college at time of program participation.
• Be on financial aid. FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) and home university Award Letter/form required.
**Please refer to the ISA scholarship page for more information on guidelines/requirements.
We believe in expanding access and increasing opportunities for individuals from various backgrounds to become global learners by reducing financial barriers. This scholarship is intended for summer and semester students looking to create an impact on the world around them, bringing their own personal perspectives to an international experience.
2 x $1,000 for Summer Programs; 3 x $2,000 for Fall Programs; 3 x $2,000 for Winter/Spring Programs
Deadlines:
Summer: February 28th
Fall: April 30th
Winter/Spring: October 30th
Guidelines/Requirements:
• Be accepted to an WorldStrides study abroad, internship, or community engagement program.
• Have at least a 3.00 cumulative GPA.
• Be enrolled in second or third year of undergraduate education at a U.S. university/college at time of ISA program participation.
**Please refer to ourscholarship page for more information on guidelines/requirements.
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