Amerispan- Study Spanish in Panama City, Panama

  Panama

Panama City

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: New classes begin each Month

Description: The country's capital, Panama City, is a good base to see the many points of interest around the country. The city boasts the longest shopping street in the world, old world charm and modern sky-scrapers. Moreover, a number of beaches are located 1/2 - 1 1/2 hours from the capital.

Our partner school is located in Altos de Chases, an upper- middle class residential section that is peaceful and safe. Only a few minutes away is Centro Comercial El Dorado, an area with good shopping and an active night-life.

School Facilities: Located in the so-called City of Knowledge - a Panamanian government initiative to create a cluster of academic organizations, technology companies and non-governmental organizations (NGO's) in what used to be Ft. Clayton. The City of Knowledge is just half a mile from the Miraflores Canal locks. Attractive, remodeled building with computer room for the students with email and internet access. Swimming pool and additional sport/recreational facilities located in complex and accessible to participants. Capacity is 40 students/day.

Participants: Mostly from the United States and Europe. Especially suitable for professionals and serious students.

Accreditation Memberships: Member of ACTFL. Affiliated with CERVANTES (starting in February), IACET, AmCham, UCEEPE, USDLA. Approved for credit through several US institutions including: University of Southern Mississippi.

Highlights: This S-shaped country is the southernmost country in Central America bordered on the west by Costa Rica and on the east by Colombia. Although Panama is often overlooked by tourists rushing to South America, the country has some interesting attractions including the Panama Canal that connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.

Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.

Options (extra cost):
- One-on-One Instruction
- Group 4 Plus (Combines: 4 hrs group & 2 hrs 1-on-1 each day)

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

AmeriSpan Study Abroad's Mission Statement: Since 1993, AmeriSpan has sent more than 23,000 people abroad. Our staff has three passions: language, culture, and travel. Individually and as a group, we have accumulated experiences and knowledge related to these passions. We have traveled to more than 65 countries - every continent except Antarctica - and speak 10 languages. We are happy to share this enormous amount of relevant knowledge with you. Every AmeriSpan staff member has studied and/or lived abroad for extended periods of time. We understand your questions and concerns because we have personally dealt with the same issues. We have gone to great lengths to make it easier for you than it was for us. After enrolling in a program, you will receive a copy of the "Need-To-Know" fact sheets on the country or countries that you will be visiting. These fact sheets include information about entry requirements, climate, health and many other "Need-To-Know" things. If you still have questions, we'll be happy to answer them. We are neither a language school nor a travel agent we're a hybrid of the two, a language travel organization. AmeriSpan has evaluated hundreds of schools, host families and destinations to determine which programs to offer. Our independence allows us to give you unbiased evaluations of the programs. We do not just list what is included, rather, we clearly state our opinions. Each program description contains a program review that describes what we like and what we don't like about the program. Aside from assisting you with which program to choose, we work hard to make the whole process as simple as possible. AmeriSpan pre-arranges your school, lodging, airport pick-up and other services. With AmeriSpan, you will not have to worry about international wire transfers, international phone calls or dozens of other possible complications with arrangements and money.

Year Founded: 1993