Washington College Study Abroad Programs
in Spain and Latin America
Washington College has several exchange programs with universities in
Spain and in several Latin American countries that will be of interest to
students of Hispanic Studies. The Department of Foreign Languages, Literatures,
and Cultures strongly advises majors to participate in a study abroad program
for at least one semester, either in the sophomore or the junior year of
study.
Programs in Spain
La Universidad de Antonio de Nebrija
in Madrid
A Tuition Only Exchange program based in Spain's capital city, with
more than 3 million inhabitants. Located in the heart of Spain at an altitude
of 2000 feet, Madrid enjoys the dry, temperate climate of the high Castilian
plains. It is surrounded by beautiful mountains and by Spain's rich medieval
tradition, preserved in the old cities of Toledo, Segovia, Avila and Alcalá
de Henares a short distance away.
The university's campus is located in the university district of the
city and is surrounded by a park. The Center for Spanish Studies offers
exchange students such cultural activities as lectures, films, and guided
visits to major museums, monuments, and other sites of interest. Other activities
include walking tours through old Madrid, an evening of flamenco, theatre,
cinema, concerts and other cultural events.
Exchange students are advised by the Center for Spanish Studies of the
University.
Requirements: All well qualified second
semester Sophomores and Juniors are eligible to apply. The program is open
to students in all majors. Students should meet the following prerequisites:
1. Should have taken some elementary Spanish language courses.
2. Should have a strong academic record
3. Should demonstrate evidence of good character, maturity, and motivation.
4. Should demonstrate ability and willingness to adapt to a foreign
environment.
Cost: Unless other arrangements have been
made, exchange participants are responsible for the cost of international
travel between the United States and Spain; housing costs; meals; books;
student government fees; extra-curricular activity costs; local transportation
while in Spain; health insurance; and personal expenses.
Living Arrangements: Students will have
to make arrangements for their own housing. The Center for Spanish Studies
will assist you in arranging suitable accommodations. A homestay option
is available with Spanish families.
Curriculum: Students may take courses in
the following areas: Spanish langauge, Business Administration and Economics,
Advertising and Journalism, Law, Computer Science, Modern Languages, Political
Science and International Studies, History, English, Humanities, and Social
Sciences.
Application Procedures: Application forms are available from the Center
for International Programs at Washington College. Completed applications
must be returned by March 15 for Summer and Fall programs, and by October
15 for Winter and Spring programs.
The Granada Semester Program (Washington
College/the University of Delaware
The Washington College in Granada Semester (Fall or Spring) is a joint
venture with the University of Delaware. Granada's close proximity to the
Sierra Nevada Mountains and to the Mediterranean Sea gives it the best of
two beautiful environments, including both summer and winter sports. The
grand Alhambra Palace (pictured above) makes the city one of Europe's showplaces.
The University was founded in the sixteenth century.
Upon arrival in Spain you will spend several days touring in and around
the capital city of Madrid. Also, during the course of the program weekend
excursions will take you to the cities of Córdoba and Sevilla and
to the Costa del Sol. The program also typically includes day trips to sites
in and around Granada, such as the Alhambra and the Cartuja Monastery.
Students will be advised by the Program's Resident Director.
Requirements: All
well qualified second semester Sophomores and Juniors are eligible to apply.
The program is open to students in all majors. Students should meet the
following prerequisites:
1. Must have an Intermediate proficiency in Spanish.
2. Must have 2.8 GPA or above.
3. Must have a demonstrated ability to work independently.
4. Must show evidence of good character, maturity, and motivation.
5. Must demonstrate ability and willingness to adapt to a foreign environment.
Costs: Students should make an appointment to speak to their Director
of Financial Aid to discuss the financial aspects of the program they plan
to attend. The Program Fee includes airfare, housing, field trips and excursions,
ground transportation in Spain, and all meals. The cost of transportation
to and from the U.S. point of departure, health insurance and personal expenses
are the responsibility of the applicant unless other arrangements have been
made.
Living Arrangements: Students will be housed
in private Spanish homes near the University. All meals will be provided
daily.
Curriculum: Students may take courses in
the following disciplines: Advanced Spanish Language, Contemporary Spain,
Art & Architecture, Modern European Politics and History, and Spanish
Literature. All courses in the fall will be taught in Spanish. Fall semester
requires intermediate language skills. Spring semester requires elementary
skills.
Application Procedures: Application forms
are available from the Center for International Programs at Washington College.
Completed applications must be returned by March 15 for Fall programs and
by October 15 for Spring programs.
Programs in Latin America
La Universidad de Costa Rica
The Washington College in Costa Rica Program is a Tuition Only Exchange
Program based at the "Universidad de Costa Rica" in San José,
the capital city. With a population of approximately three million, Costa
Rica is a country which enjoys immense diversity of climates and environmental
regions, palm-fringed beaches, steaming volcanoes, waterfalls, forested
mountains, dense rain forests, dramatic cloud forests, and rustic countrysides.
Participants in the exchange program are taught by UCR faculty and advised
by a UCR faculty member.
Requirements: All
well qualified second semester Sophomores and Juniors are eligible to apply.
The program is open to students in all majors. Students should meet the
following prerequisites:
1. Must have an Intermediate proficiency in Spanish.
2. Must have 2.5 GPA or above.
3. Must show evidence of good character, maturity, and motivation.
4. Must demonstrate ability and willingness to adapt to a foreign environment.
Costs: The cost of international travel
between the U.S. and Costa Rica, housing costs, meal costs, local transportation
while in Costa Rica, health insurance, book costs, student government fees,
extracurricular activities,expenses while UCR is not in session, and personal
expenses are the responsibility of the applicant, unless other arrangements
have been made. Students should make an appointment to speak to their Director
of Financial Aid to discuss the financial aspects of the program.
Living Arrangements: Students will live
in private Costa Rican homes. The "Oficina de Asuntos Internacionales
y Cooperación Externa" will assist with placements.
Curriculum: Students may take courses in
the following disciplines: Fine Arts, Philology, Literature, Philosophy,
Foreign Languages, Biology, Physics, Geology, Mathematics, Chemistry, Economics,
Anthropology, Sociology, Political Science, History, Geography, Psychology,
Social Work, Law, and Microbiology.
Application Procedures: Application forms
are available from the Center for International Programs at Washington College.
Completed applications must be returned by March 15 for Summer and Fall
programs and by October 15 for Spring programs.
Spring Semester in Costa Rica
The Washington College in Costa Rica Spring Semester Program is a joint
venture with the University of Delaware. The program immerses students in
the rich culture of Costa Rica, while offering them the opportunity to explore
the country's ecological systems. The program strongly emphasizes the examination
of Costa Rica's diverse ecosystems in the areas of biology, ecology, geology,
and environmental studies.
Classes are taught in English (except Spanish language programs) by
faculty from the Universidad de Costa Rica and by the accompanying Washington
College/University of Delaware faculty director. Student advising will be
done by the Resident Director.
Requirements: All
well qualified second semester Sophomores and Juniors are eligible to apply.
The program is open to students in all majors. Students should meet the
following prerequisites:
1. Should have taken some elementary Spanish language courses.
2. Must have 2.8 GPA or above.
3. Must show evidence of good character, maturity, and motivation.
4. Must demonstrate ability and willingness to adapt to a foreign environment.
Costs: The Program Fee includes airfare,
housing, all meals, field trips and excursions, and ground transportation
in Costa Rica. The cost of transportation to and from the U.S. point of
departure, health insurance, and personal expenses are the responsibility
of the applicant, unless other arrangements have been made.
Living Arrangements: Students will live
in private Costa Rican homes, with one or two students per family. All meals
will be provided daily. Each host family helps students become acquainted
with daily life in San José.
Curriculum: Students may take courses in
the following disciplines: Latin American Culture, Spanish Language, History,
Politics, and Environmental Science.
Application Procedures: Application forms
are available from the Center for International Programs at Washington College.
Completed applications must be returned by October 15 for the Spring program.
La Universidad de San Francisco de
Quito
The Washington College in Ecuador Program is a Tuition Only Exchange
based at the Universidad de San Francisco de Quito. Quito, the capital of
Ecuador, is located at the foot of Mount Pichincha at an altitude of 9,200
feet. The University was established in 1988 with 130 students. Today there
are more than 1200 students. The beautifully landscaped campus includes
a library, computing lab, cafeterias, theatre, auditorium, tennis courts,
basketball courts, volleyball courts, and fitness center.
Classes are taught by the university faculty, and exchange student advising
is done by the International Programs Office of the University.
Requirements: All
well qualified second semester Sophomores and Juniors are eligible to apply.
The program is open to students in all majors. Students should meet the
following prerequisites:
1. Should have taken some elementary Spanish courses.
2. Strong academic record.
3. Must show evidence of good character, maturity, and motivation.
4. Must demonstrate ability and willingness to adapt to a foreign environment.
Costs: The cost of international travel
between the U.S. and Ecuador housing costs, meal costs, local transportation
while in Ecuador, health insurance, book costs, student government fees,
extracurricular activities,expenses while USFQ is not in session, and personal
expenses are the responsibility of the applicant, unless other arrangements
have been made. Students should make an appointment to speak to their Director
of Financial Aid to discuss the financial aspects of the program.
Curriculum: Students may take courses in
the following disciplines: Art, Biology, Business Management, Chemistry,
Drama, Economics, Education, English, History, Humanities, Mathematics,
Music, Philosophy, Political Science, International Studies, Psychology,
Sociology, Spanish language and Hispanic Studies, and Environmental Studies.
Living Arrangements: Students will live
Ecuadorian families. The International Programs Office at USFQ will assist
with placements.
Application Procedures: Application forms
are available from the Center for International Programs at Washington College.
Completed applications must be returned by March 15 for Summer and Fall
programs and by October 15 for Spring programs.
La Universidad de las Américas,
Cholula, México
The Washington College in Mexico Program is a full exchange program
based at the Universidad de las Américas in Puebla/Cholula. The city
of Puebla is one of the largest in Mexico, and is easily accessible by bus
from Mexico City. It contains museums, magnificent colonial architecture,
and native crafts. It is particularly noted for its outstanding work in
ceramics. The climate is temperate, although mornings and evenings can be
quite cool. Cholula is located five miles west of Puebla and only 1/2 mile
from the UDLA campus. The University enrolls 6000 students and is a self-contained
campus, much like Washington College. Classes are taught by UDLA faculty
and exchange student advising is done by the International Affairs Office.
Requirements:
All well qualified second semester Sophomores and Juniors are eligible
to apply. The program is open to students in all majors. Students should
meet the following prerequisites:
1. Should have taken some elementary Spanish courses.
2. Strong academic record.
3. Must show evidence of good character, maturity, and motivation.
4. Must demonstrate ability and willingness to adapt to a foreign
environment.
Costs: The cost of international travel
between the United States and Mexico, local transportation while in Mexico,
health insurance, and personal expenses are the responsibility of the applicant,
unless other arrangements have been made. Students should make an appointment
to speak to their Director of Financial Aid to discuss the financial aspects
of the program.
Living Arrangements: Exchange students
usually live in residence alls which are modern. These halls are divided
into suites of four double rooms with a common bathroom, lounge, kitchen
with refrigerator and stove, and in some cases a washer/dryer. There are
also two desks with two large shelves above them. A homestay option is available
and will be arranged upon your arrival at UDLA.
Curriculum: Students may take courses in
the following areas: Spanish Language and Hispanic Studies, Social Sciences,
Humanities, Business Administration, International Relations, and the Natural
Sciences. UDLA has a very reputable Spanish as a Second Language Program
that pays careful attention to the correct placement of exchange students.
All students take a placement test upon arrival.
Application Procedures: Application forms
are available from the Center for International Programs at Washington College.
Completed applications must be returned by March 15 for Summer and Fall
programs and by October 15 for Spring programs.
The Federal University of Bahia,
Salvador, Brazil
Students with a proficiency in Spanish who would like to also develop
fluency in Portuguese should consider study in the lovely colonial city
of Salvador on the coast of Brazil. It is recommended that you have completed
one year of study of Portuguese before entering the exchange program. Elementary
Portuguese study is available at Washington College. Contact Professor George
Shivers if you are interested.
The program is a full exchange program based in the colonial city of
Salvador in the State of Bahia. That city is noted for its beautiful beaches,
international tourism and carnival. The University is one of the oldest
in Brazil and offers 55 majors. Most classes are taught in Portuguese. A
limited number of classes are taught in English by the university's faculty.
A member of the International Affairs Office serves as advisor to Washington
College students.
Requirements: All
well qualified second semester Sophomores and Juniors are eligible to apply.
The program is open to students in all majors. Students should meet the
following prerequisites:
1. Should have taken some elementary Portuguese language courses.
2. Must have a B average or above.
3. Must show evidence of good character, maturity, and motivation.
4. Must demonstrate ability and willingness to adapt to a foreign environment.
Costs: The cost of international travel
between the United States and Brazil, local transportation while in Brazil,
health insurance, and personal expenses are the responsibility of the applicant,
unless other arrangements have been made. Students should make an appointment
to speak to their Director of Financial Aid to discuss the financial aspects
of the program.
Living Arrangements: Students will live off campus. The International
Affairs Office at the University will assist students in finding suitable
accommodations.
Application Procedures: Application forms
are available from the Center for International Programs at Washington College.
Completed applications must be returned by March 15 for Summer and Fall
programs and by October 15 for Spring programs.
Students who are interested in participating in
one of the above exchange programs should contact Alison Bergen at the Center
for International Programs
Washington College
300 Washington Ave.
Chestertown, MD 21620
Phone: 410-778-7762
Fax: 410-810-7108
E-Mail: CIP@WashColl.edu
Internet: www.washcoll.edu