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• Spring 2013
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• Academic year 2013-2014
• Calendar year 2013

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Program Overview

Spend a semester, or year, in cosmopolitan Lima refining your intermediate or advanced Spanish language skills while immersing yourself in Peruvian culture.

Through direct enrolment at the oldest private university in the country, homestays, volunteer opportunities, and a variety of cultural activities and excursions, studying abroad in Lima offers you a unique intercultural experience and fascinating insight into the country and its people.

Study abroad in Peru and you will:

• Prepare for the semester with an intensive two-week Spanish language program
• Choose from a wide range of course offerings at one of Peru’s oldest and most prestigious universities and make friends with local student peers
• Live with a local Peruvian family and be immersed in the country’s language and unique culture
• Travel outside of Lima to Cuzco and Machu Picchu; participate in workshops on Peruvian music, dance, and cuisine; take tours in and outside of the city

The CIEE Difference

Coursework

In addition to intensive language training, and a number of area studies electives, you'll choose from an extensive selection of courses through direct enrolment at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú. Whether you’re interested in anthropology or communications, education, journalism, or economics, you’ll find courses that allow you to pursue your interests and earn credit toward your degree.

Excursions

Enjoy excursions to sites of historic and cultural importance in Lima and its environs including visits to the colonial center of Lima, a music and dance workshop, and professional soccer games.

You’ll also have the opportunity to explore the history and culture of Peru through lectures and tours by locals. This usually includes excursions to Cuzco and Machu Picchu. Other shorter excursions may include a visit to an island where you may swim with sea lions and a visit to Lunahuaná, a town in a river valley known for its natural beauty.

Volunteering

Community service and volunteer opportunities are available for interested students. Previous study abroad students have worked with NGOs in the areas of women’s health, Afro-Peruvian human rights, education, and rehabilitation.

Dates, Deadlines & Fees

We want to make sure you get the most out of your experience when you study abroad with CIEE, which is why we offer the most inclusions in our fees.

• Tuition and housing
• Pre-departure advising and optional on-site airport meet and greet
• Full-time program leadership and support
• Field trips and cultural activities
• CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits

Please note, program dates are subject to change. Please contact your CIEE Study Abroad Advisor before purchasing airfare. Click the button to view more detailed information about dates and fees.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Costs

Fall 2013 (19 wks)

Extended to: 05/01/2013

08/01/2013

12/15/2013

$13,850

Program Date Notes

Program Fees

In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Participation Confirmation *

$300

Educational Costs **

$11,098

Housing ***

$2,350

Insurance

$102

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

*** includes all meals

Estimated Additional Costs

International Airfare *

$1,300

Local Transportation

$350

Books & Supplies

$200

Personal expenses

$1,700

The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

Spring 2013 (19 wks)

12/01/2012

02/28/2013

07/14/2013

$13,850

Program Date Notes

Program Fees

In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Participation Confirmation *

$300

Educational Costs **

$11,098

Housing ***

$2,350

Insurance

$102

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

*** includes all meals

Estimated Additional Costs

International Airfare *

$1,300

Local Transportation

$350

Books & Supplies

$200

Personal expenses

$1,700

The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

Spring 2014

11/01/2013

to be announced

to be announced

Program Date Notes

Program Fees

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

Estimated Additional Costs

The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

Academic year 2013-2014

Extended to: 05/01/2013

08/01/2013

to be announced

$26,400

Program Date Notes

Program Fees

In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Participation Confirmation *

$300

Educational Costs **

$21,298

Housing ***

$4,700

Insurance

$102

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

*** includes all meals

Estimated Additional Costs

International Airfare *

$1,300

Local Transportation

$700

Books & Supplies

$400

Personal expenses

$3,400

The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

Calendar year 2013 (41 wks)

02/28/2013

12/15/2013

$26,400

Program Date Notes

Program Fees

In addition to the items outlined below, the CIEE program fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Participation Confirmation *

$300

Educational Costs **

$21,298

Housing ***

$4,700

Insurance

$102

This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

*** includes all meals

Estimated Additional Costs

International Airfare *

$1,300

Local Transportation

$700

Books & Supplies

$400

Personal expenses

$3,400

The estimated additional costs indicated are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

* round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

Eligibility

• Overall GPA 2.75
• 5 semesters of college-level Spanish or equivalent
• Spanish language course within the past year recommended

Recommended Credit

Total recommended credit for the semester is 16–18 semester/24–27 quarter hours and for the year is 32–36 semester/48–54 quarter hours.

Contact hours for PUCP courses range from 45 to 68 with recommended credit 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours and 4 semester/6 quarter hours respectively.

Program Requirements

All study abroad students take the required two-week intensive Spanish pre-semester course. During the regular semester, students enroll in the CIEE core course, Understanding Peru: Race, Class, Gender, and Cultural Diversity, taught in Spanish. Enrollment in a semester-long Spanish language course is required for students who place into Intensive Advanced Spanish I during the pre-session and is optional for students placing into Intensive Advanced Spanish II. Students must enroll in courses for a minimum of 15 credits, which are to be completed through a number of PUCP direct enrollment courses. Students may also take the CIEE Seminar on Living and Learning in Lima as an additional elective.

About The City

Lima’s colonial legacy is reflected in the location of its main square on the banks of the city’s major river, numerous ornately constructed baroque churches, and historical homes with elaborately carved wooden balconies. This city of eight million is located on Peru’s Pacific coast and includes diverse neighborhoods sprawling out from the colonial center. Lima is a cosmopolitan city peppered with charming antiquity as well as ancient archaeological sites. Peruvian music, renowned cuisine, coastal geography, and a fascinating history all make for a rich experience for study abroad students as they immerse themselves in Lima.

Meet The Staff

Melvin Ledgard

Dr. Melvin Ledgard, Resident Director, completed his undergraduate studies in linguistics and literature at the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP). Dr. Ledgard then earned a Ph.D. in Hispanic Literature from the University of Texas at Austin in 1995. He has extensive experience with the U.S. university academic system through his time teaching undergraduates for over 9 years at UT-Austin and Pace University. In addition, he taught literature at the Universidad Ricardo Palma in Lima from 1985–1989 and since 1999 has been teaching literature and film at PUCP. In addition, he has published three books, including a novel, and numerous articles on film, literature, and comics. He is fluent in four languages.

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Founded by 16th Century Spanish conquistadores, Lima is a key location through which the Spanish empire controlled all of its colonies south of Northern and Central America. Limeños take pride in their past, as well as in the ever-changing and dynamic city of Lima today. For most people who visit the fascinating and diverse country of Peru, Lima is often overlooked and considered separate from the rest of the country. However, your semester studying in and exploring both Lima and Peru will leave with you a much deeper understanding and appreciation of the important influence the country has had on Lima and vice versa. Uncovering those dynamic and important links is a challenging and fascinating experience.

— Melvin Ledgard, Resident Director

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Marion Tizon

Marion Tizón, Resident Coordinator, earned her B.A. in Sociology and Anthropology from Swarthmore College in 2004 during which she spent one year as an exchange student at the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú. She has volunteered as a mobility teacher for visually impaired and blind people at CERCIL (Center for the Rehabilitation of Blind People) and taught a leadership class for secondary students in Lima with a focus on teamwork and diversity awareness. After graduating, she worked for CIEE as the Enrollment Assistant for experiential programs. Most recently, Marion worked in the Employee Education and Development office of the University of Southern Maine before returning to work with CIEE in Peru.

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Where You'll Study

Founded in 1917, the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) is the oldest established private higher educational institution in Peru. It’s hard to believe that its beautiful 90-acre campus with extensive, well kept gardens, is located in the busy commercial district of San Miguel. The ample and relaxing site has the feel of a huge park that houses classroom and faculty buildings, a central library, computer facilities, a sports center, numerous lively student cafeterias, and even an archaeological site. The University hosts nearly 17,000 students, and many research centers including the Institute for Democracy and Human Rights.

Housing & Meals

Study abroad students live in private Peruvian homes. Housing, three meals a day (at the homestay), and laundry costs are included in the program fee. Academic year students participating in the program from July to July of the following year are responsible for housing and meals during the two and a half month break between the fall and spring semesters. Calendar year students participating in the program from February to December may remain with the host family at no additional cost.

The homestay is essential to the students’ learning process and integration into life in Lima. The opportunity to live with a Peruvian family not only allows students to deconstruct stereotypes and observe real life in action, but also creates opportunities to talk about issues presented in their courses and practice their Spanish language skills. Homestays also provide a unique source for learning about Peruvian culture and for personal growth.

Orientations

You'll begin your study abroad experience in Lima even before leaving home by participating in a CIEE online pre-departure orientation. Meeting with students online, the resident director shares information about the program and site, highlighting issues that alumni have said are important, and giving you time to ask questions. The online orientation allows you to connect with others in the group, reflect on what you want to get out of the program, and learn what others in the group would like to accomplish. CIEE’s aim for the pre-departure orientation is simple—to help you understand more about the program, and identify your objectives so that you arrive well-informed and return home having made significant progress towards your goals.

A mandatory three-day orientation session conducted in Lima at the beginning of the program introduces you to the city, local Peruvian culture, and academic program, and provides practical information about living in Lima. Cultural activities and workshops are designed to assist you with cross-cultural adjustment and adaptation. Ongoing support is provided by CIEE staff on an individual and group basis throughout the study abroad program.

Internet

You are encouraged to bring a wirless-enabled laptop. Some homestay families may have Internet access; however, this is not typical in Lima. There is wireless Internet on campus and Internet cafés are readily available throughout Lima. In addition, you'll have access to the computer labs for one hour a day during the regular semester and be issued an email account by PUCP.

Culture

The study abroad program includes visits to sites of historic and cultural importance in Lima and its environs. These activities vary each semester and could include visits to the colonial center of Lima, archaeological site Pucllana, and el Museo de la Nación, as well as a folkloric music and dance show or workshop and professional soccer games.

In addition, there is a longer field trip to give you the opportunity to explore the history and culture of Peru through lectures and tours by locals. This usually includes excursions to Cuzco and Machu Picchu. Other shorter excursions may include a visit to an island where you may swim with sea lions and a visit to Lunahuaná, a town in a river valley known for its natural beauty.

Community service and volunteer opportunities are available for interested students. Previous CIEE students have worked with NGOs in the areas of women’s health, Afro-Peruvian human rights, education, and rehabilitation.

Academics

Established in 2007, the Liberal Arts study abroad program is ideal for intermediate or advanced students who have had at least five semesters of college-level Spanish, or the equivalent, and wish to continue their language study by enrolling directly at PUCP alongside Peruvian students. In addition to direct enrollment courses, students explore Peruvian history, mestizaje, ethnic identities, globalization, poverty, and Peru’s modern culture through the CIEE Understanding Peru: Race, Class, Gender, and Cultural Diversity course and CIEE cultural activities. All courses are taught in Spanish.

For academic year students, it is possible to obtain a Peruvian Studies Certificate issued by Pontifícia Universidad Católica del Perú by studying and passing several courses in the fields of humanities and social sciences that focus on Peru.

Academic Culture

Emphasis is placed on memorization and note taking in most classes. It can take a while to learn how to study effectively in the Peruvian system, especially in terms of acquiring reading material and knowing what professors expect. The relationship between professor and student is more formal than in the U.S. Class size ranges from 20 to 100 students, with the average being between 20 and 30 students.

Peruvian students begin their academic studies at PUCP by fulfilling their general education requirements, which takes approximately two years. They then enroll in more focused academic courses in their specialized field of study for three years. Courses outside of the general education requirements are equivalent to upper-level courses in the U.S.

An academic year program of study in Lima can begin either during the North American fall or spring semester. Academic year students who begin during the North American fall semester have a two and a half-month break between semesters, and are encouraged to participate in the CIEE Study Center in Guanajuato, Mexico. There is a break of about two weeks between the spring and fall semesters. Note that the intensive, two-week language course is not required of academic year students during their second semester.

The first semester of the academic year in Lima begins in late February and ends in early July, and the second semester begins in late July and ends in early December.

Nature of Classes

Participants enroll directly in host University courses and take classes with Peruvian students. In addition, participants enroll in specially designed CIEE courses, which are taught in Spanish to CIEE study abroad students only. Spanish language courses are also taught exclusively to CIEE students by carefully selected PUCP professors who develop and hone students’ proficiency in Spanish.

CIEE Community Language Commitment

Students take part in the CIEE Community Language Commitment by speaking Spanish at all times (except in emergencies). This fosters a learning community that contributes to both Spanish language proficiency and understanding of Peruvian society.

Grading System

Assessment for CIEE Spanish language courses and the CIEE core course is based on class participation, homework assignments, quizzes, mid-terms, final exams, and papers. In regular University courses, students are treated the same as Peruvian students. Final grades are usually determined by a combination of papers, mid-terms, and a final paper or examination. The Peruvian grading scale goes from 1 to 20, with 11 the minimum passing grade. The CIEE Study Center office in Lima converts grades and credits to the U.S. system.

Grades for Semester I (North American spring) should arrive on campus in October, and grades for Semester II (North American fall) arrive on campus in April. Graduating seniors or others concerned about the timing of receiving grades must take this into consideration when choosing this program.

Language of Instruction

Spanish

Faculty

All courses are taught by PUCP faculty.

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