ISA in Valparaíso
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Program Terms • Fall • Spring • Academic Year Program Participants • Undergraduate (College) Subject Areas • Art History • Art/Fine Arts • Biochemistry • Biology • Business Administration • Chemistry • Culture • Economics • Education • Engineering - Civil • Engineering - Electrical • Engineering - Mechanical • Geography • History - General • Journalism • Latin American Studies • Legal Studies • Literature - General • Mathematics • Music • Philosophy • Physics • Political Science/Politics • Psychology • Religious Studies • Sociology • Spanish		Quick Look • Location: Valparaíso - Chile • Host Institution: Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso • Language of Instruction: Spanish • Academic Credit Available: Yes Overview ISA programs in Valparaíso, Chile, are all-inclusive. The Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso is an accredited university and issues all transcripts. Various programs are offered with the opportunity to gain college credit. Students on the semester programs have the opportunity to enroll in classes with Chilean students. Valparaíso (pop. 300,000), a city of seafaring traditions and grand hilltop views that served as inspiration to Chile’s native son, poet Pablo Neruda, lies halfway down Chile’s seemingly endless coastline. This beautiful port town is located just sixty-eight miles north of the capital city of Santiago. Founded originally by the Changos Indians, “Valpo” was discovered by the Spaniard Juan de Savedra in 1536. The port was transformed into a strategic point for navigation for all boats that came from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean, causing a boom in the area that had never been seen. New industries, businesses, transport systems, and communications were started. Important immigrants from England, together with the unusual topography of this urban port, gave the city a unique personality. Valparaíso’s most interesting and distinctive features are the acensores, or funiculars, which provide tourists and residents access to its picturesque hillside neighborhoods. Academic Credit Academic credit is available.  Each ISA student will be issued an official transcript from the host university upon successful completion of the program. Exactly how the credit earned abroad will transfer will be determined by the student's US academic institution. Housing/Accommodation • Homestay / Host Family Alternative housing options are available at some sites. Please contact ISA for more information. Program Costs Costs vary by program. Please refer to the ISA website. Costs Include:  Program costs include tuition, housing, medical insurance, full-time resident directors, on-site office, internet access, cultural excursions and activities, tutoring, airport reception, and more! Financial Aid Yes. ISA awards $30,000 in scholarships each year! Please refer to the ISA website for more information. Dates Dates vary by program. Please refer to the ISA website. Deadlines Rolling admissions Contact International Studies Abroad 1640-B East 2nd Street, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78702 USA Tel: 800.580.8826 (toll-free) Fax: 512.480.8866 Email Send Email Web Visit Website
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