CIEE Liberal Arts - Santiago, Chile
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Program Terms • Fall • Spring • Academic Year • Year Round Program Participants • Undergraduate (College) Subject Areas • Anthropology • Archaeology • Art History • Art/Fine Arts • Communications • Culture • Development Studies • English • Geography • History - General • International Relations • Journalism • Latin American Studies • Legal Studies • Linguistics • Literature - General • Philosophy • Political Science/Politics • Psychology • Religious Studies • Sociology • Spanish • Theology • Urban and Regional Planning		Quick Look • Location: Santiago - Chile • Host Institution: Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile and Universidad de Chile • Language of Instruction: Spanish • Academic Credit Available: Yes Overview The Liberal Arts program aims to provide students firsthand knowledge of contemporary issues and cultural patterns in Chile. This is accomplished through an orientation program, supplemental cultural activities throughout the semester, and Chilean homestays. Students also have the opportunity to meet their academic and linguistic goals through direct enrollment at two outstanding universities in Santiago: the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and the Universidad de Chile. Wide range of direct enrollment courses at two prestigious universities Innovative CIEE course exploring contemporary Chilean identity Two weekend field trips—to Pucón, an eco-tourism center, with optional outdoor activities and visit to ethnic Mapuche groups; and to the Atacama desert Cultural and educational activities to vineyards, mines, museums, and theaters Community service, internship, and volunteer opportunities Opportunity to obtain Human Rights certificate Academic Credit Academic credit is available.  Recommended Credit semester: 17-20 semester/25.5-30 quarter hours academic or calendar year: 34-40 semester/51-60 quarter hours Eligibility - Overall GPA 2.75 - 6 semesters of college-level Spanish or equivalent - Spanish language course within the past year recommended Housing/Accommodation • Homestay / Host Family Chilean homestays Program Costs CIEE updates program prices twice a year on their website. Spring/Calendar Year program pricing is updated on August 15. Fall/Academic Year/Summer program pricing is updated December 15. Costs Include:  The CIEE fee includes tuition, housing, all meals, an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, immersion activities including language partners and volunteer opportunities, a comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, scheduled activities, field trips, host institution identity card, and a CIEE iNext travel card which includes insurance and other travel benefits. Financial Aid Yes. We have several scholarships that students can apply for. Contact CIEE for details. Dates Fall 22 weeks: mid-July–mid-December Spring 21 weeks: mid-February–early June Academic Year 52 weeks: mid-July– early July Calendar Year 45 weeks: mid-February–mid-December Deadlines Fall or Academic Year - April 1; Spring or Calendar Year - November 1 (Keep an eye on our website for any deadline extensions) Contact CIEE 300 Fore Street Portland, ME 04101 USA Tel: 1-800-40-STUDY Fax: 207-553-4299 Email Send Email Web Visit Website
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