Program Overview
Program Overview
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Program Name
Intensive Spanish Language
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Location
Buenos Aires
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Host University
Universidad de Belgrano
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Term
February: February 2020
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Program Dates
Jan 31, 2020 - Feb 29, 2020
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Program Length
Intensive Month
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Application Deadline
Dec 01, 2019
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Credit
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Eligibility
2.50 Minimum GPA*
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Cost
$3,750
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Program Description
Designed for students who are eager to learn and/or better understand the Spanish language, this program will give you the opportunity to participate in courses offered through the Universidad de Belgrano's language department. While in class with other international students, you will focus on Spanish conversation, culture, and grammar, and be taught by Argentinian faculty.
All students must take a Spanish language placement exam online prior to arrival in Buenos Aires. The exam will indicate each student's language proficiency level, and will determine the courses in which the student is eligible to enroll.
*Eligibility
MINIMUM GPA
Students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.50.
What's Included

Comprehensive Advising and Support

24-Hour Emergency

Comprehensive Health, Safety, and Security Support

Airport Reception

Visa Support

Tuition at the Host University

Housing

Meals and Laundry Service

Bridging Cultures Program

Full-Time Resident Staff

On-Site ISA Offices

Internet Access

ISA Discovery Model

Excursions

Cultural Activities

Insurance

Official Transcript from the Host University

Professional Development Toolbox

Scholarship Opportunities
Academics
Credits
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
7 - 8
Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
10 - 12
Academic Information
Academic Information
You will enroll in one Intensive Spanish course during this 4-week long program.
If you are interested in completing a semester program in addition to the intensive month, you should consider enrolling in the Latin American Studies Spring 2A program or the Latin American Studies & Courses with Locals Spring 3A.
Language Placement
Enrollment in Spanish courses is determined by the results of a language placement exam administered by the Universidad de Belgrano. Please note that your performance on the placement exam may not reflect the number of semesters of language instruction you’ve already completed at your home university. We strongly suggest that students who are trying to place into any level of language beyond true beginning prepare for the language placement exam by reviewing previous coursework.
Requests for sample syllabi can be made to the Argentina Site Specialist.
Courses
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Course Disclaimer
- Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Support & Funding
Funding Your ISA Program
As an ISA participant, you have the opportunity to apply for scholarships and grants that can be applied directly to assist with your study abroad programs. ISA offers over $1,000,000 in scholarships and grants each year. To see what opportunities are available, please visit the Scholarships and Grants page.
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ISA Housing in Buenos Aires allows you to enjoy a memorable experience by living in an Argentine home with a local family, a residencia with other international students, or in an apartment with other ISA students. With an open mind and flexibility, the experience of living in another culture will be both educational and highly rewarding. This will be a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a new place and live as a local would, so take advantage and let yourself become a Porteño!
We strive to match your housing preferences with our available accommodations; however, housing preference requests cannot be guaranteed.

Homestay
If you are seeking full linguistic and cultural immersion during your time abroad, living with a host family is your ideal housing option. Each host family has been carefully selected by ISA's resident staff in order to best accommodate your needs and ensure a comfortable living situation. You will be provided with breakfast and dinner daily, and laundry service once a week. All of the ISA host families are located in some of the most vibrant and affluent neighborhoods of Buenos Aires, including Belgrano, Palermo, and Recoleta. Living with a host family will offer you glimpses of everyday life in the capital city with easy access to the Universidad de Belgrano. It is important to note that due to the dynamic and culture of Buenos Aires, most homestays consist of a single, older woman or an older couple. Although a few nuclear families are available, ISA cannot guarantee any specific type of homestay for students.

Apartment
Apartments are a great housing option if you are seeking complete independence during your time abroad. Apartments are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and availability is limited. Rent and utilities are included in the program price, and each apartment is fully furnished and centrally located. Meals and laundry service are not included.

Student Residence
Certain programs allow you to live in a residencia for an extra cost. If you choose to live in the residencia, you will be placed in a double room, and you may be placed with other international roommates that are not part of the ISA program. Breakfast is served Monday through Friday in the residencias, and you will have access to the kitchen during both the week and weekend. Unlike a typical dorm in the US, the residencia is not located on campus. Please contact ISA for more information on the residencia option and to request a residencia contract.

Independent Housing
You may opt to secure housing independently. If you select this option, you will receive a discount equal to the housing portion of the program price. By choosing to opt out of ISA housing, you are responsible for researching and reserving housing, and paying all fees, deposits, and rent directly to the housing facility that you choose.
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