Gettysburg in Mexico - Intermediate Program in Cuernavaca

Program in Brief:

This fall semester program at Universal is specifically designed for students who wish to work toward the local and global citizenship goal in language abroad, who have completed Spanish 101-102 (103-104) and enables them to complete intermediate level Spanish (201-202) in one semester. A Gettysburg College professor of Spanish accompanies the group and teaches two of the courses.

Orientation:

There is a mandatory Send-Off Session at Gettysburg College for all off campus studies students the semester prior to the program. Students also attend an on-site orientation upon arrival in Mexico which includes a 10-14 day trip to different regions.

Location:

Cuernavaca is a beautiful city in central Mexico. It boasts a spring-like climate throughout the year, and students always enjoy the friendly, small town atmosphere. It is 50 miles south of Mexico City, and just over three hours by bus from Acapulco.

Living Arrangements:

All students live in a mandatory homestay and take meals with their family.

Courses and Credit:

All off campus programs are worth 4 Gettysburg Course Units. In order to receive this, students must take a "full load of courses" which is equal to 4 classes on this program.

Program Dates:

Early September through mid-December.

Eligibility Requirements:

Satisfactory completion of Spanish 102 (104) or equivalent (with a grade of C or better in all Spanish classes).

Program Cost:

Students pay the Gettysburg comprehensive fee (in 2008-2009 it is $23,350 per semester) and receive tuition, room, board, and flight.

Application Deadline

March 15 (for Fall or academic year)
October 15 (for Spring Semester)  

For Further Information:

Contact OCS (290 CUB) at 337-6866 or email us at ocs@gettysburg.edu. All students must meet with the Spanish Department program representative prior to applying (23 McKnight).