The University of Kansas Summer Institute in Puebla, Mexico
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Program Terms • Summer Program Participants • Undergraduate (College) Subject Areas • Spanish		Quick Look • Location: Puebla - Mexico • Host Institution: Universidad de las Americas–Puebla (UDLA) • Language of Instruction: Spanish • Academic Credit Available: Yes Overview The University of Kansas Summer Language Institute in Puebla, Mexico, offers students the opportunity to obtain university credit in Spanish courses, improve language skills, and experience Mexican culture firsthand by living with families in Puebla. This program offers an intensive academic experience for continuing Spanish language students. Courses are taught by native instructors and KU faculty members and staff, and are held on the campus of the Universidad de las Americas–Puebla (UDLA). Academic Credit Academic credit is available.  All students enroll in a total of eight semester credit hours consisting of two credit hours of conversation appropriate to skill level, one 3-credit hour class taught by KU faculty, and one 3-credit hour class taught by UDLA faculty. Classes are conducted entirely in Spanish. Classes meet from Monday to Thursday. Eligibility Open to students from accredited U.S. colleges or universities who have completed four semesters (or the equivalent) of college-level Spanish. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Housing/Accommodation • Homestay / Host Family Program Costs (2007) Program Fee: Approximately $3,340 ($3,540 for non-KU students). Costs Include:  The program fee includes KU tuition and fees, room and board, cultural activities, local field trips, use of UDLA medical clinic, Spanish tutors, weekend excursions to Mexico City and Xalapa, and emergency medical evacuation and repatriation services. Additional costs: Airfare, participant medical exam required for UDLA admission, books and supplies, passport fees, optional group weekend trips, incidental personal expenses and entertainment. Note All dates, costs, and program information are subject to change as necessary due to fluctuations in the exchange rate or other reasons. Dates May 16 - June 27, 2008 Deadlines March 1 Contact University of Kansas Office of Study Abroad Lippincott Hall 1410 Jayhawk Blvd., Room 108 Lawrence, KS 66045-7515 Tel: 785-864-3742 Fax: 785-864-5040 Email Send Email Web Visit Website
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