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Study Abroad in Chile

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Study in Chile and soak up vibrant local and regional culture in the capital city of Santiago.

Bordered by the Andes mountains to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west, Chile is home to beautiful contrasting landscapes, a rapidly developing economy, and a wealth of secrets for you to uncover. When you study abroad in Chile, you’ll be in the lively, cosmopolitan capital city of Santiago, regarded as one of Latin America’s most modern and dynamic destinations.  

Explore CIEE’s study abroad programs in Chile and learn about Chilean traditions and customs while immersing yourself in Spanish language. When you study in Chile, you can visit urban centers, modern resort cities, local arts, beaches, recreation facilities, and more! 

Whether you want to go on study tours, intern, or volunteer abroad, studying abroad in Chile is sure to pique your interest. Enroll directly in a wide range of elective courses, including business, communication, Spanish language, and international relations, at three prestigious universities.

Study Abroad Programs in Chile

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  • Santiago, Chile
  • Study Program

Spend January studying abroad during Chile's summer!

Program Interests
  • Big City
  • Mountains to Hike
Santiago
  • Santiago, Chile
  • Study Program
  • Multi-Location Offering
  • Part-Time Internship

Our Open Campus Block program allows you to start studying in Santiago, then study in two other countries in one term.

Program Interests
  • Big City
  • Mountains to Hike
  • Volunteering
santiago chile summer buildings city
  • Santiago, Chile
  • Study Program

Spend your summer in Santiago and explore the heritage of this Latin American nation while studying contemporary culture at our Global Institute.

Program Interests
  • Big City
  • Mountains to Hike
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  • Santiago, Chile
  • Study Program
  • Full-Time Internship

Explore markets and museums of this modern metropolis

Program Interests
  • Big City
  • Mountains to Hike
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  • Santiago, Chile
AACSB and EQUIS ✓
  • Study Program

Slip into life at a slower pace in Chile

Program Interests
  • AACSB-Accredited
  • Big City
  • Host Institution
  • Mountains to Hike

Studying Abroad in Chile Experiences

  • "I really enjoyed the courses offered by CIEE, as well as the universities that we had the option of studying at. I also liked living with a host family very much."

    William L., Clark University

  • "Great program, great people."

    Javier R., Indiana University-Bloomington

Frequently Asked Questions

Home to some of Latin America’s best universities, Chile is a good place to study abroad for students looking to study at prestigious institutions, all while immersing themselves in Chilean culture and Spanish language. Living in Chile as a student presents you with a variety of opportunities to explore the unique landscape, urban center, and neighboring areas of Santiago on exciting culture trips.

You should study abroad in Chile for several reasons, from being able to improve your Spanish skills every day to having the chance to intern with a local business or volunteer in the community. Whether you want to learn more about Chile’s history, culture, food, people, traditions, etc., CIEE’s study abroad programs in Chile offer something that every student can enjoy!

Situated on the west side of South America next to the Pacific Ocean, Santiago, Chile is generally regarded as having a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters. Year round, the weather in Chile varies with warmer months from November to March and cooler months from June to August.

Yes, you absolutely can intern in Chile with CIEE! Check out our Summer Global Internship or Open Campus Block Programs in Chile and learn more about how you can build new skills and intercultural competence by finding an internship that suits your unique needs and professional goals.

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