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- Guanajuato, Mexico
- May session
- Freshmen & above
- Resident credit
- Study abroad center
- Homestays
- 2 years college-level Spanish
- Resident credit
- Sponsored by University of Minnesota —Duluth
Description
Study Spanish in this picturesque
city, nestled in the mountains of the Sierra de Guanajuato. The
dozens of plazas and plazuelas in the center of Guanajuato give
the city a distinctive European flavor. Excursions include local
museums and an overnight trip to the State of Michoacan where the
Paricutin Volcano is located.
Curriculum
During the two and one-half week study abroad program, learn through
a combination of regular course work and direct immersion in the
culture. The homestay experience helps students gain fluency in
Spanish language and learn about Mexican culture. Typical credits:
4 for May session.
Eligibility & Application
Open to University of Minnesota freshmen
and above with 2.4 GPA and two years of college-level Spanish. Applications
are reviewed until late-March deadline.
With good academic planning this program can fit well into the degree plans for many majors. Search for courses that fulfill Liberal Education Requirements or submit a course you want to take for review. Study Abroad in Your Major advising sheets explain why study abroad is important for a major, indicate what the department wants students to consider when selecting a program, and provide academic planning hints. This program may appear as a special recommendation on an advising sheet. If your major is not listed, talk to an adviser—this program may still fit your academic, career, and professional goals.
Estimated Cost
Students from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities participating on University of Minnesota Duluth programs are charged a program fee. The fee for this program can be used to assist in estimating cost and is available by contacting the University of Minnesota, Duluth International Education. In most cases, airfare, field trips, meals, and personal expenses are additional. See Financial Planning to find resources on comparing costs.
Financial
Aid & Scholarships
Most financial
aid may be applied to study abroad. In addition, University of Minnesota students
are eligible for more than $500,000 in study
abroad scholarships. Visit the financial
resources web page for additional information on using financial aid and scholarships
for study abroad.
Program Contact
For further information or questions about studying
abroad as a University of Minnesota student, please call 612.626.9000 or 888.700.8636,
email UMabroad@umn.edu or visit our online
staff directory.
For specific program questions, contact the program directly.
More Information
To apply, go here or for more information
on this program, or visit the UMD web
site.
Last modified on November 21, 2008 |