Summer in Peru

  Peru

• Cusco: 
Cusco

Term: Summer 
Dates: Session 1: June 6 - July 4 ; Session 2: July 4 - August 1

Description: Spend this summer in the city of Cusco, the cultural heart of the Inca empire in Peru, and immerse yourself in this diverse Latin American country. This program enhances students' global perspectives through a blend of academic coursework, field studies, and hands-on development projects. Excursions provide an academic context through the breath-taking scenery and rich history of the famous Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley or the Andean forests.

Coursework is taught in Spanish and focuses on relevant topics such as History, Art, Architecture and Development of Peru. Guided tours will seek to deepen the students understanding of the topics discussed in class, in addition to developing abilities and aptitudes in relation to their understanding of artistic, cultural and historic processes in Peru. Courses include visits to various churches, museums, and sites of archaeological importance.

To round out the experience, students will spend time participating in local service learning projects aimed at promoting social and economic development in the local communities. Service projects may include environmental conservation and education, construction, public health campaigns, and micro-business projects. These projects enhance academic studies, promote cultural immersion, and provide for an extremely rewarding experience. Students will be living with local host families.

Highlights:
* Hike the Inca trail to Machu Picchu
* Help with local community projects
* Live with a local homestay family
* Earn 6 hours of U.S. credit
* Weekly adventure and culture activities
* Excursions to Major Incan Ruins
* Extensive student support services

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: 3,895 per session OR 7,390 for both sessions

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Peru Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available.

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

International Education Programs's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded: 2000