Expanish - Study Abroad: May Term Spanish Program (Maymester) in Argentina

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires

Term: Not Applicable 
Dates: Month of May

Description: Expanish offers university students the opportunity to participate in our May Term program, an intensive Spanish language study abroad program given during the month of May. Our programs are offered in conjunction with the prestigious Universidad de Belgrano, located in the beautiful residential neighborhood of Belgrano.

The Universidad de Belgrano is a private university founded in 1964 with a tradition of high academic standards and a reputation for diverse and innovative courses in both Spanish and English.

The Universidad of Belgrano offers students with all levels of Spanish skills, from beginner to advanced, the opportunity to participate in our May Term program. The May Term Spanish language program is accompanied by accommodation options, additional program options, cultural activities, travel excursions, student services, and much more.

Program Details:
May Term: 4 weeks
Spanish Levels: Beginner, Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2, Advanced
Instruction Hours: 100 (per 4 weeks), though varies by program
Recommended Semester Credits: 6 - 8 (per 4 weeks), though varies by program

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Highlights: Expanish offers its study abroad students an unconventional approach to studying abroad in South America, expanding the student experience beyond just the university classroom. One of the cornerstone beliefs at Expanish is that regular Spanish speaking practice outside of the classroom is the key to acquiring a sophisticated understanding of the language, with that in mind, we designed a myriad of opportunities for students to take advantage of when studying abroad in Buenos Aires.

* Volunteer Placements
Expanish volunteer placements in Buenos Aires offer students the opportunity to put their skills and abilities to use while volunteering for a cause they believe in. Placements range from community development to youth outreach to animal care, plus many more.

* Weekend Excursions from Buenos Aires
   - Day trip to Colonia, Uruguay
   - Weekend trip to Iguazú Falls, Argentina
   - Day trip to an Estancia (traditional ranch), Argentina (programs of 8 weeks of more)
   - Optional weekend trip to Mendoza, Argentina (programs of 8 weeks or more)

* Weekly Expanish Activities
   - Weekly staff and student dinners
   - Weekly soccer games
   - Day trips to Tigre
   - Local band concert
   - Day at an estancia (traditional Argentine ranch)
   - Asados (traditional Argentine barbecue)
   - Tango show and classes
   - Museum & exhibit visits
   - Artisan Fairs
   - Theater and movie outings
   - Running and bike tours

* Student Workshops                     
   - Tango                           
   - Wine Tasting            
   - Cooking
   - Fileteado Painting            
   - Photography                                 
   - Polo

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Argentina Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available. Award Name: Expanish Summer & Short-Term Financial Need Awards Award Amount: USD 300 Application Procedure: Please check our website for details. Expanish offers ten need-based scholarships per year on its summer short-term programs.

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Expanish's Mission Statement: Expanish is one of the most innovative Spanish immersion programs in Latin America: students do not just take classes, they actually live and breathe the South American culture. Our base in metropolitan Buenos Aires and our strong contacts all over South America provide a unique experience for visiting students and our unconventional approach to studying abroad combines Spanish language and university-accredited courses with exceptional cultural experiences and local accommodation resulting in a well-rounded educational program tailored to each student's strengths. Expanish offers an extracurricular component to every course of study consisting of skill workshops from photography to rock-climbing, local homestays and shared student apartments, weekend excursions, and daily activities with local inhabitants that take the experience of learning Spanish and studying abroad into a new dimension.

Year Founded: 2006