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CIEE Liberal Arts Program in Santiago, Chile (Outgoing Program)
  • Locations: Santiago, Chile
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2026 10/01/2025 10/01/2025 02/26/2026 07/04/2026
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Class Eligibility: 03 - Junior Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA Requirement: 2.5
Cadets Only: No Housing Options: Homestay
Click here for a definition of this term Program Type: Study Abroad Click here for a definition of this term Area of Study: Accounting, Advertising, Agriculture, Anthropology, Archaeology, Architecture, Art History, Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Child Development, Communications, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Design, Ecology, Economics, Education, Engineering, English, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Science, Film, Finance, Fine Art, Gender Studies, Geography, Geology, Graphic Design, Health Sciences, History, International Affairs, International Business, Journalism, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Marine Science, Marketing, Mathematics & Statistics, Music, Neuroscience, Philosophy, Photography, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Public Health, Public Policy, Public Relations, Religion/Theology, Sociology, Sports Science, Theater, Writing
Language of Instruction: English, Spanish Click here for a definition of this term Minimum Language GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

Liberal Arts

SANTIAGO, CHILE

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Program Overview

Develop your strong Spanish language skills in the capital of Chile by taking courses in Spanish alongside Chilean students at our partner schools, Universidad de Chile, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC), and Universidad Diego Portales - School for Social Sciences, as well as at the CIEE in Santiago. You'll quickly advance your language skills while building a broad understanding of Chilean history and culture. You can even gain real-world work experience with an internship at a Chilean company. All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.

Study abroad in Santiago and you will:

  • Improve your Spanish language proficiency
  • Learn about Chile through field trips and excursions
  • Immerse yourself in Chilean academic and social life through homestays, cultural and co-curricular activities, as well as CIEE community engagement opportunities

AACSB Accreditation
Related program eligibility language requirement: 4 semesters of Spanish language study (or equivalent). Students are able to enroll in business classes offered at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC Chile), Universidad de Chile, Facultad Economía y Negocios (UC FEN), or CIEE in Spanish. CIEE-administered classes are not reported on the PUC Chile nor UC FEN transcripts.

Unique Experiences

TAKE YOUR PICK

of classes taught in Spanish at any of our partner universities: Universidad de Chile, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, and Universidad Diego Portales.

LIVE WITH A LOCAL FAMILY

and take part in the Chilean lifestyle, discuss issues that come up in class, and of course, practice your Spanish!

GET TO KNOW CHILE

with a homestay and activities, such as film nights, urban bike tours with Santiago student ambassadors, and hikes in the foothills of the Andes mountains.

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Excursions & Activities

Each program has frequent cultural excursions and a multi-day study tour uniquely designed to complement the program's academics and enhance cultural immersion. In Santiago de chile, students might:

  • Undertake a multi-day excursion to places like Araucania region, Atacama region or Chiloe island to broaden your perspective on Chile's history and culture.
  • Explore Chile's geography, natural richness and history through day-trips to neighboring towns/cities such as Curacavi, Isla Negra, Algarrobo, Los Andes, Viña del Mar, Valparaiso or Pomaire.
  • Explore history and the arts of Chile with varied cultural activities including visits to museums, craft fairs, theater districts, walking tours in the varied and historic neighborhoods in the city recognized as landmarks of the city of Santiago
  • Attend a Chilean folklore workshop led by local dancers to learn about theMIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

     

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

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