Chile

Chile: Language and Culture Program, UC Center, Concepción

Host Institution

UC Center, Concepción

Highlights

This program offers intensive study of the Spanish language and an ideal introduction to Latin America. The EAP program office and classrooms are located in the center of Concepcion, at the Instituto Chileno Norteamericano de Cultura. Close proximity to the city center, university, and nearby Parque Ecuador allows EAP students to integrate rapidly into Chilean life. Outside the classroom, the program includes intercambios (linguistic exchanges and other activities with students from the nearby University of Concepcion). The city of Concepcion is a gateway to La Araucania (the region most heavily settled by Chile’s indigenous Mapuche communities) and is close to the natural splendor of the southern Lake District. The program includes guided excursions in and around Concepcion as well as longer trips to destinations of socio-political and environmental interest. (details)

Duration

Fall semester: early September to mid-December (calendar)

Qualified students may extend their EAP participation to one of the spring programs in Santiago.

Academic Focus

All students take four courses: two 6-unit Spanish language courses (SPAN 50 and SPAN 60), a mandatory 2-unit Spanish language practicum, and a 6-unit course cross-listed as Latin American Studies (LATAS 102) or Spanish (SPAN 102). For course descriptions and additional information, see the EAP Course Information page.

Students attend all classes with UC students.

Language of Instruction

Spanish

Language Study

The curriculum is language based.

Units

EAP students are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad. Students enroll in four classes to meet the required minimum of 20 UC quarter units per semester.

Housing

Students reside in homestays with Chilean families. (details)

Estimated Cost

For estimated program costs, see the Financial Overview page.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.