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Intensive Spanish Language

Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Intensive Spanish Language

About the Program

There’s no better way to improve your language skills than by immersing into another culture… and that’s just what you’ll do in this program. From lessons in grammar and listening comprehension to oral expression, you’ll acquire—or hone—your Spanish language skills. Interactions with locals and other students at the University of Belgrano will further enhance your immersion experience. Whether you’re a beginning Spanish speaker or speak at an advanced level, this engaging program will improve your Spanish language proficiency.

Requirements Where You'll Study Structure & Courses Housing Excursions What's Included Sample Itinerary Sample Budget Social

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Buenos Aires

Dates:

1/26/17 - 4/29/17

Price:

$10,495

Credits:

14

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

12/15/16

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
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Eligibility

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum GPA:

2.5

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Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Fall semester students enroll in two 6-week courses, for a total of up to 12 credits (240 contact hours) over the semester. Spring semester students enroll in a 4-week course that meets for 120 contact hours/6 credits, then in an 7-week course that meets for 120 contact hours/6 credits. You may earn up to 12 credits (up to 240 contact hours) over the semester.

Fall semester courses meet 3 hours per day, Monday-Friday. Spring semester courses meet 5 hours per day, Monday-Friday for the first 4-week course, then meet 3 hours per day, Monday-Friday, for the second 7-week course. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled for Fridays.

You’ll take a language placement test prior to your departure to Buenos Aires and will have an opportunity to re-test upon arrival. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability and the results of your language placement test. If you enroll in consecutive sessions during the summer, you’ll have the opportunity to re-test your language level at the end of each session, and may move into a higher level. To ensure that you receive credit for the language level you place into, have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for Argentina. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

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Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

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Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Intensive Advanced Spanish 300 Sp 100 6
Intensive Basic Spanish 100 Sp 100 6
Intensive Intermediate 1 Spanish 200 Sp 100 6
Intensive Intermediate 2 Spanish 200 Sp 100 6
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Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Spanish 300 Sp 120 8
Beginning Spanish 100 Sp 120 8
Intermediate Spanish I 200 Sp 120 8
Intermediate Spanish II 200 Sp 120 8

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Buenos Aires. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)
  • Neighborhood Walking Tour

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 26
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.
January 27
Excursion

Buenos Aires City Tour.
January 27
Orientation

Mandatory CEA Orientation will be held at CEA Buenos Aires Study Center, located in Suipacha 1333, 2nd floor.
January 30
Classes Begin

Intensive Spanish 1st Module begins at University of Belgrano, located in Zabala 1837.
February 08 - 09
Midterm Exams

Midterm exams will be held at University of Belgrano.
February 17
Orientation

Mandatory University of Belgrnao Orientation will be held at the university located in Zabala 1837
February 23 - 24
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at University of Belgrano.
February 27 - 28
Holiday

Carnival Holiday. No classes will be held.
March 01 - 03
School Break

University of Belgrano is closed for Spring Break. No classes will be held.
March 06
Classes Begin

Intensive Spanish 2nd Module begins at University of Belgrano, located in Zabala 1837.
March 08
Cultural Activity

Argentine Culture & Food Night.
March 10
Excursion

CEA Excursion to Tigre, Delta.
March 29 - 30
Midterm Exams

Midterm exams will be held at University of Belgrano.
March 31
Excursion

CEA Excursion to Colonia, Uruguay.
April 07 - 09
Excursion

CEA Trip to Iguazu Falls.
April 13 - 14
Holiday

Easter Holiday. No classes will be held.
April 19
Cultural Activity

Tango Dinner Show.
April 21
Cultural Activity

This Career Workshop is an activity that will help you improve your professional presentation back home, highlighting how your Study Abroad experience better improves your chances of getting a job.
April 27
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at University of Belgrano.
April 27
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at University of Belgrano.
April 28
Farewell Reception

CEA Farewell Reception will be held on this day.
April 29
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

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This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$10,495
$10,495
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$1,100
$1,800
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$310
$310
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$70
$170
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,950
$2,550
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$600
$900
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,200
$1,800
TOTAL EXPENSES $15,725 $18,500