Overview

This program is designed for students who have completed at least four semesters of college-level Spanish.
Otherwise, they must take the January Intensive Spanish Program.

Students take courses at the Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso with local students, and can choose
from Spanish courses or any course instructed depending on their preferences and language proficiency.

Students will have an academic orientation before making their final course selections at the University

GPA: Minimun 2.5
Spanish Level: All Levels (Electives in English & Spanish)

Price & Dates

Description: Academic Year 2010 PUCV
Dates: Late Feb – Late Nov
Fees: US$16,950
Deadline: Dec 15th, 2009

Other Terms available:
Academic Year 2011, not accepting applications yet.

University

Since its foundation in 1928, the Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Valparaiso has established itself
as one of the most prestigious universities in Chile. Its alumni body is characterized by the institutional seal:
excellent academic and professional education, solid human values and strong commitment to public service.

It is the largest university in the region with an enrollment of 14,000 students and hosts hundreds
of exchange students each year.

The University has a central campus located in downtown Valparaiso and different
academic facilities in the surrounding area.

Housing

Homestay: Living with a Chilean family will enhance the student language skills and it is a valuable
opportunity to learn more about the local culture and lifestyle. The student is provided with his/her own room,
X meals a day and laundry service once a week.

Pension (Boarding House): Conveniently located in either Valparaiso or Vina del Mar, pensiones
will offer the student X meals a day, laundry service once a week and the opportunity of sharing
with other international/local students.

Independent housing: The student may also choose the housing independently. If so, the student
will be solely responsible for carrying out all arrangements and will receive a discount for the housing
portion of the program price.

Renting: The student may also choose rent a house or apartment independently. If so, the student
will be solely responsible for carrying out all arrangements and will receive a discount for the housing
portion of the program price.