Mexico

Mexico: Intensive Language and Society Program, Morelia

Host Institution

San Nicolás de Hidalgo University of Michoacán, Morelia

Highlights

This summer program is designed to facilitate maximum language acquisition through immersion in the lively city of Morelia. The city provides a vibrant cultural backdrop with its welcoming society, historical architecture, and folk art traditions. Open to students who are ready to begin their second year of Spanish, the program combines classroom study with activities that integrate students into local daily life. A weekend excursion to the colonial city of Guanajuato enlivens the historical content of the program and provides the opportunity to travel through a beautiful part of Mexico. (details)

Duration

Summer: mid-June to late August (calendar)

By submitting a separate EAP application, it is possible for Morelia students to continue participation in other EAP programs in Spain for the fall semester or year.

Academic Focus

Spanish language and Mexican society. Students take four courses:

Grammar and Composition (SPAN 20)
Culture and Civilization (SPAN 40)
Contemporary Society (SPAN 60)
Latin American Literature (SPAN 80)

The four courses are coordinated to deal with related topics throughout the ten weeks of the program. Determined students may complete as much as a full year of Spanish on this intensive program.

For course descriptions and additional information, see the Course Information page.

Students attend classes with UC students only. (details)

Language of Instruction

Spanish

Language Study

The curriculum is language based.

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad. All students take four classes in order to acquire the required 16 UC lower-division quarter units.

Housing

Students are placed in pre-arranged homestays with host families. Due to the special nature of this program, UC students may not have spouses or dependents accompany them. (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.