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Undergraduate
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Subject Areas
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Architecture
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Art History
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Quick Look
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Location:
Puebla - Mexico
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Host Institution: Universidad de las Americas, Puebla
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Language of Instruction: Spanish and English
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Academic Credit Available: Yes
Overview
 Academic Programs International (API): API students in Puebla will study Spanish language, Mexican culture, history, and numerous other subjects at the Universidad de las Americas, Puebla. The API Puebla program is open to beginning, intermediate and advanced level students. During the semester, students of all levels will take a Spanish language course, and then be able to select from a variety of cultural electives. Elective courses are available in English to students at all levels; direct-enrollment courses offered in Spanish are a offered to advanced/superior level students. Service-learning/volunteer opportunities are available during the semester.
Summer students may choose between a Spanish language immersion program, a business in Mexico program that includeds an internship component, or a program for students interested in the medical fields that includes an internship component. Classes are taught by native instructors, and transcripts are issued by the Universidad de las Americas, Puebla (UDLA).
Founded in 1530, Puebla is a cosmopolitan city with numerous cultural offerings - a combination that led to its declaration as a "Cultural Patrimony of the Humanity" city by the United Nations. One can enjoy the view of the three snow-topped, majestic volcanoes that surround the city. The everlasting spring climate, the relative proximity to Mexico City, and the strategic location of trade routes to the south have contributed to make Puebla one of the most attractive locations in Mexico.
Academic Credit
Academic credit is available.
Transfer credit
Eligibility
Must be 18 years of age, 2.75 GPA, be in good academic standing at home university, U.S. or Canadian citizen, copy of birth certificate/passport
Housing/Accommodation
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Dormitory
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Homestay / Host Family
Program Costs
Fall: $7,975
Year: $14,950
Spring: $8,200
Summer: $4,400-$4,950
Costs
Include: Tuition and official transcript, housing, meals, medical and life insurance (including medical evacuation and repatriation, as well as 24-hour support services for medical issues), excursions, social and cultural events, volunteer opportunities, pre-departure and on-site orientations, online services, on-site director, airport reception, post-program evaluation, mobile phone, student services
Financial Aid
Yes.
Scholarships of $250-$1,000 per semester
Dates
Fall - Aug-Dec
Year Aug-May
Summer May-July
Deadlines
Fall - May 30; Spring: October 25; Summer: March 30
Contact
Academic Programs International
107 E. Hopkins
San Marcos, TX 78666
Tel:
800-844-4124; 512-392-8520
Fax:
512-392-8420
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