CIEE Liberal Arts Program in Valparaíso, Chile

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Locations: Valparaiso, Chile
Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
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Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	Spanish	Minimum GPA:	2.5
Housing Option:	Homestay	Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing:	Junior
Field of Study:	Art, Athletic Training, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Communication, Computer Science, Drama, Economics, Education, Engineering, English, Environmental Science, Exercise Science, Geography, History, Humanities, Latin American Studies, Legal Assistant Studies, Liberal Arts, Mathematics, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Religion, Spanish, Theatre

Program Description:

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Program Overview

“A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.” Those are the words of Charles Darwin, who called this city home for a time. You’ll know just what he meant when you get to this colorful city. Classes at a top-ranked university, homestays, volunteering, and plenty of exploration make this a prime choice for students who want to know all things Chilean and take their Spanish language skills to the next level.

Unique Experiences

GET A COMPLETE NEW UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE

at a top Latin American higher education institution and interact with Chilean students.

LIVE AND LEARN IN A SPANISH-SPEAKING SEASIDE CITY

known for its diversity, Mediterranean climate, and unique bohemian character.

GET A BIGGER VIEW OF CHILEAN SOCIETY

with a weekend excursion beyond the twin cities of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar.

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Excursions & Activities

Program includes 5 days of excursions. In past years we had visited iconic sites such as:

Learn about the 2,500-year-old culture of the Mapuche.
Explore iconic sites such as La Sebastiana, and Isla Negra both homes of Nobel laureate Pablo Neruda; activate your political interest with a visit to the Chilean National Congress; head to Santiago and take guided tours of the Fine Arts Museum and the Museum of Memory and Human Rights.
Challenge yourself outdoors with rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, and surfing in Viña del Mar and Con Con.
See more of Chile with a weekend excursion – perhaps the vineyards of Casablanca, or the small north region in Vicuña.

Projects

Volunteering. Students can opt to volunteer with NGO´s or social institutions, commuting twice a week to small towns near the city by using the train known as Merval. Volunteering options range from administrative support to city hall leaders (concejales), to health care NGO´s that give shelter to vulnerable children and elderly. You could also assist the local football team with community service!

Not-for-Credit Internship. Share your time, and see another slice of Chilean life up close with a not-for-credit opportunity in Valparaíso or Viña del Mar. Help with kids’ sports and recreational programs, lend a hand at a shelter, spruce up a community center, or pitch in at a school.

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Meals
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to Chilean culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Field trips and cultural activities
Overnight excursions
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
24/7 emergency on-site support

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GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext travel insurance included

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Programs : Brochure