Summary

This summer program is designed to facilitate maximum language acquisition through immersion in the lively setting 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 A weekend excursion to the colonial city of Guanajuato enlivens the historical content of the program and provides the opportunity to travel through a beautiful part of Mexico. There is no better place to simultaneously learn Spanish and soak up the history and culture of Mexico.

Students attend classes with UC students only.

Duration

Summer: mid-June to late August

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

Academic Focus

Spanish language and Mexican society.

Four courses are required for all students (4 units each)

• 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. Students may also use Morelia summer to satisfy the second year of Spanish language required for UNAM.

See the MyEAP Course Catalog for course descriptions.

Language of Instruction

Spanish

Language Study

The focus of the program is Spanish language acquisition.

Internships, Research, and Independent Study

You may be able to arrange community service opportunities during or after this program.

Units

You 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 prearranged homestays with host families. Due to the special nature of this program, UC students may not have spouses or dependents accompany them.

On-site Support

EAP students are supported by UC’s network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. UC faculty and local staff abroad help students integrate into the culture of their host country and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.

See the EAP Student's Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).

Host Institutions

• UC Center Morelia

UC Center Morelia

The UC Center, Morelia is housed in the Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo. The university has a long and distinguished tradition and parts of it architecture fit in perfectly with that of the cathedrals and other public buildings from the colonial era that are everywhere in the World Heritage Site of central Morelia. At the same time, the university has continued to build and expand with modern facilites and cultural centers. The EAP program is housed in the Department of Languages and is taught by professors from the department. EAP has collaborated with the University of Michoacán for 20 years in providing this premier program of intensive language instruction.

Visit the San Nicolás de Hidalgo University of Michoacán website

Academic Calendar

Academic calendars will be updated as they become available. Do not make any travel arrangements until the calendar for your academic year is posted.

Estimated Cost

The cost of study on EAP can be close to the cost of studying on campus and is typically far less than the cost of non-UC study abroad programs. You can also take your UC financial aid abroad! If you do not currently receive UC financial aid, you may qualify for aid while on EAP. Each year, EAP students receive $1.3 million in study abroad grants and scholarships.

The estimated total cost for options in this program are listed below. Future costs will vary due to currency fluctuation, etc. All estimated totals include:

• UC fees
• program-specific fees
• room and board
• mandatory insurance
• incidentals
• transportation
• books
• on-site orientation
• predeparture expenses
• intensive language program expenses where applicable

Application Requirements

Program-Specific Requirements

• Class level: sophomore, junior, senior, graduate
• Language prerequisite: One year (three quarters/two semesters)—no more, no less—of first-year university-level Spanish
• GPA: 2.85 cumulative GPA and 2.85 language GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.

In addition to program-specific requirements, all applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into the student’s UC degree program
• Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully to a different environment and a new education system; ability to assess and exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
• Willingness to abide by program regulations
• Endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)

These are minimum program requirements only and do not guarantee selection. The Campus EAP Office determines selection and final admission.

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office.

In addition to your campus deadlines, there are deadlines by which the Campus EAP Office must submit the completed applications and accompanying materials to the Universitywide Office of EAP (UOEAP). For participation in the Program, it is critical that both campus deadlines and UOEAP deadlines are met. If the application is incomplete and not accompanied by the required materials noted, it will be returned to the Campus EAP Office.

Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but are not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.

Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information:

• UC Berkeley
• UC Davis
• UC Irvine
• UC Los Angeles
• UC Merced
• UC Riverside
• UC San Diego
• UC Santa Barbara
• UC Santa Cruz