Semester in Mexico: Cultures of Mexico
Mexico
- Guadalajara:
Guadalajara
- Mexico City:
Mexico City (Ciudad de Mexico)
- Pacific Coast:
Morelia
- Central Highlands:
Guanajuato,
San Miguel de Allende
- Gulf Coast:
Michoacan
- Yucatan Peninsula:
Merida
Term: Fall, Spring
Dates: (Spring) Mid Jan-Mid May, (Fall) Mid Aug-Early Dec
Description:
The Semester in Mexico: Cultures of Mexico is an innovative program for students who would like to study and experience the diverse set of regions and cultures in Mexico. The program combines a traditional semester abroad in Guadalajara with a co-curricular travel component to some of the most interesting regions of Mexico. On the academic side, students will study Spanish language, history and culture, as well as have the option, depending on their language proficiency, to take courses in a wide array of disciplines such as business, communications, psychology, international relations and biology.
Highlights:
- A high quality academic curriculum - An introduction to the cultural and regional diversity of Mexico - A semester in a modern city with old-time charm - Local immersion opportunities - Strong local support - Earn up to 15 credits toward your degree - Inclusive fees and great program value
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
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Subject Areas :
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- Anthropology
- Area/Ethnic Studies
- Art History
- Business Admin. & Mngmt.
- Business Management
- Communications
- Culture
- Ethnic Studies
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- Geography
- History
- International Business
- International Relations
- Languages / Linguistics
- Latin American Studies
- Liberal Arts
- Literature
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- Management
- Marketing, Ad., & PR
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Spanish Literature
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Cost in US$: Please check our website for up-to-date program fees and costs
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
American
and Canadian
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Mexico
in Groups
Application Process Involves:
- Disciplinary Clearance Form
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Transcript
Post Services Include:
- Alumni Network
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
- Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
Global Learning Semesters's Mission Statement: Global Learning Semesters operates transformative semester and summer study abroad programs for college students that blend accredited academic coursework with extensive co-curricular travel. Our mission is to prepare North American students to be leaders in an increasingly interconnected world. We aim to build competence- anyone attending college today will collaborate or compete with people and companies from around the world over the course of his or her career. It is difficult for someone to be effective in this global environment without some intercultural competencies and an awareness of current international issues. Lastly, we specifically aim to maintain affordable study abroad options within our network of programs.
Year Founded: 1981
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