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Undergraduate
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Subject Areas
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Culture
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Filmmaking
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History -
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Latin
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Quick Look
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Location:
Viña del Mar - Chile
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Host Institution: Universidad de Viña del Mar
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Language of Instruction: English and Spanish
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Academic Credit Available: Yes
Overview
 Viña del Mar (known as simply "Viña" to Chileans) is both a thriving city as well as a major vacation destination. Located about 70 miles northwest of Santiago in the Valparaíso region and province, it is Chile's fourth largest city. Viña del Mar is actually located just 5 miles from the city of Valparaíso, and these two cities together form the second largest urban center in Chile.
Viña and Valparaíso have a distinctive personality, exemplified by the large student population that resides there. It has been calculated that some 60,000 students from all 15 Chilean regions and from various countries in Latin America, North America, Europe, and Asia populate these two cities, and in turn, have transformed them into Chile's preferred destination for college students.
The weather is also an attraction for many, since the summers aren't too hot and the winters aren't too cold. The mild and enjoyable climate makes Viña a perfect environment for the abundance of gardens, palm trees, and banana trees and students that make up the city.
Students will study at the Universidad de Viña del Mar (UVM). Founded November 21, 1988, UVM is a private institution of higher education and has quickly become one of Chile's most prestigious private universities. With approximately 5,000 enrolled students and not too many Americans, it has the perfect environment to be able to easily integrate with Chilean students, and receive personal attention from the faculty and International Office.
The university recognizes that today's workplace is not only interdisciplinary, but it is also becoming increasingly globalized and competitive. Therefore, the UVM’s mission is "To create people who can contribute to the development of their surroundings, by gaining knowledge in an academic environment that is also humanistic, technologically advanced, and integrated." The importance of cultural exchange through both welcoming students from abroad and sending their own students abroad is also a key element in the UVM's mission.
The Universidad de Viña del Mar has a modern campus that is located in the higher part of the city and has characteristics similar to some of the most important higher education centers in Europe and North America.
Academic Credit
Academic credit is available.
Students can earn up to 18 credits per semester and 6 credits during the Summer session. Upon completion of the program, students receive an official transcript from the Universidad de Viña del Mar.
Eligibility
Students must be at least 18 years of age and must have graduated from high school. Open to students with any level of Spanish. Unofficial transcript is ok. Requires 4 passport photos. Minimum GPA requirement is 2.5. (Applications from high school graduates who have not yet attended college are considered on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit 2 letters of recommendation, official transcript, and a letter of intent along with the rest of their application materials.)
Housing/Accommodation
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Homestay / Host Family
Program Costs
Spring 2008: $8,495
Summer 2008: $3,695
Fall 2008: $8,495
*Visit ASA's website for up-to-date prices, as all prices are subject to change.
Costs
Include: Academic credits, tuition, official transcript from Universidad de Viña del Mar, cell phone, room and board including 3 meals per day, airport pick-up, medical insurance, ISIC card, pre-departure orientation guide, on-site orientation, and more. Two one-day and two overnight excursions are included for semester students; two-day excursions are included for summer students.
Financial Aid
Yes.
ASA will accept any type of financial aid, grants, scholarships, or loans that you receive to help pay for our programs. However, it is ultimately up to the aid provider to decide if they will allow you to use it to go abroad. For example, most colleges/universities will allow you to apply your federal grants or loans to go abroad, but not your scholarships or university grants.
ASA also awards scholarships ranging from $250 - $1,250 every year. To be eligible for a scholarship, you must submit the Scholarship Application Form at the same time you apply for the program. The application form must be accompanied by a 1,000 word essay and a demonstration of financial need. Visit the ASA website for further details.
Dates
Spring Semester: Late Feb - Mid July
Summer Session: Late June - Late July
Fall Semester: Early August - Mid December
*Visit ASA's website for more precise dates.
Deadlines
Deadlines are posted on the ASA website.
Contact
434 Massachusetts Ave
Suite 501
Boston, MA 02118
USA
Tel:
888-845-4272
Fax:
617-437-9390
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