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January in Santiago

Study Sustainability and the Anthropocene
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Information for term January in Santiago

Application deadline, and cost information.

Application Deadline

November 1, 2019
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Program Deadlines and Pricing Info

  • Deadline: November 1, 2019
  • Dates: Dec 30, 2019 – Jan 20, 2020
  • Credit: 3 semester hours / 4.5 quarter hours
  • Eligibility: 2.5 Overall GPA
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Overview

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Surrounded by the towering Andes mountains, this program invites students of all majors to immerse themselves in Chilean culture and explore how the global environment is affecting local sustainability efforts. Classes are taught at the CIEE Global Institute – Santiago, in English and complemented with co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.

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  • January in Santiago
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Unique Experiences

  • Discover

    Chile through engaging activities like film nights, urban bike tours with Santiago student ambassadors, and hikes in the Andes foothills.

  • Live

    with a Chilean family, the place where students learn the real language, deep values and delicious cuisine given by a “cariñosa” host family.

  • Explore

    Santiago’s many world-class museums such as, the Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino, the Chilean National Museum of Fine Arts, or the Memory Museum.

  • vineyards in Santiago region

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  • first-division soccer fields in the city

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  • Subway lines connect the most modern city in Latin America

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Location & Culture

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Santiago de Chile has been a major contributor to Latin America’s economic and social progress, and a regional foundation for political and economic stability. Santiago de Chile is ringed by the lofty Cordillera de Los Andes, and is marked by traditional institutions such as the Palacio de La Moneda, Costanera Center, among others.   

Excursions & Activities

  • Participate on daytrips that will guide you to discover Chile's geography and natural richness.
  • Explore history and the arts of Chile with weekly cultural activities including visits to museums, craft fairs, and historic neighborhoods recognized as landmarks of the city of Santiago.
  • Attend a Chilean folklore workshop.
  • Visit a vineyard and learn about the wine exporting business.
  • Attend a lecture on Santiago’ Stock Exchange, as well as other markets and local economies.

Daily Life

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  • Housing

    Homestay: Students enjoy a single room, two meals a day, laundry once a week, and WiFi – all provided by a host family who are happy to help you practice your Spanish.

  • Meals

    Two meals a day provided.

Santiago, Chile

Where You'll Study

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    Palacio de La Moneda

     

  • B

    Costanera Tower

     

  • C

    Cerro San Cristobal and Plaza de Armas

     

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Program Details

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What you need to know

The program details

During the January in Santiago program, all students take the required course: Sustainability and the Anthropocene. This course explores how environmental problems intersect with human activities, and the local, regional, and global sustainability efforts. In-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offering.

CIEE Global Institute – Santiago boasts spacious classrooms, comfortable lounge, quiet study areas, and common spaces to do coursework and get to know fellow students. Students enjoy Parque Bustamante, cafés and restaurants, shops, and much more surrounded by the beauty of Cerro San Cristobal.

Academics

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Academics

  • Class Format

    Courses taught at the CIEE Global Institute are for CIEE students only. Courses are taught Monday-Friday. Instruction is supported and augmented online by our learning management system, Canvas.

  • Grading

    Assessment is based on the individual’s overall performance in the course, including attendance, class participation, homework, project work, presentations, and midterm and final examinations. Learning outcomes assessment is continuous through personal reflections, evaluation feedback, self-assessment, and requirements as set out in course syllabi. Under no circumstances will CIEE alter deadlines or exam dates for study abroad students who have made conflicting travel plans. The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used.

  • Academic Culture

    The program is made up of three weeks of classes with an intensive orientation beforehand. CIEE classes are designed to follow U.S. academic culture and standards. Each course is a full semester in content, so the pace is accelerated, and the workload is demanding. Heavy emphasis is placed on student participation. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation required for each hour in class. The class environment typically features a combination of traditional lecture and discussion with co-curricular excursions and activities. Class attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions. To avoid falling behind, students should not plan personal travel out of Santiago when classes are in session.

Eligibility

  • Overall GPA

    Students must have a GPA of at least 2.5.

Curriculum

Program Credit
Total credit: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits

Course Credit
CIEE course: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours

Language of Instruction
English

Requirements
All students take the required CIEE course.

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.

Dates & Fees

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Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

YOUR FEE INCLUDES:

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport pick-up
  • Multi-day on-site orientation – introducing students to Santiago society and culture, and the CIEE academic program.
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

No Hidden Fees

Program

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Fees & Housing
January 2020 Nov 1, 2019 Dec 30, 2019 Jan 20, 2020
$950
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Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits.

Participation Confirmation = $300 *

Educational Costs = $303 **

Housing = $300 ***

Insurance = $47

Total Fees = $950

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $118 †

International Airfare = $1,450 ††

Local Transportation = $65 †††

Books & Supplies = $50 ††††

Personal expenses = $300 †††††

Total Estimated Costs = $1,983

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

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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 $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed.

* non-refundable

** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

*** includes all meals

† Breakfast and dinner included in housing. Breakfast not included.

†† r?ound-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

††† One round trip a day in public transportation, for three weeks. One way ticket costs $900 CLP ($1.45 USD aprox)

†††† For notebooks, pencils, fotocopies, etc.

††††† For independent traveling, leasure, etc.

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad. Note: January 2020 programs in Latin America are not eligible for CIEE Scholarships and Grants.

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Our Staff

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Our Staff

  • Alejandra Herrera

    Academic Coordinator

    Alejandra advises students in all academic matters during their semester in Santiago, Chile.

  • Claudia Correa

    Student Service Coordinator

    Claudia is responsible for student housing and cultural programming at CIEE Global Institute in Santiago, Chile.

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Here's what you need to do to take the next steps:
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    START AN APPLICATION
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    CONNECT WITH YOUR CAMPUS STUDY ABROAD OFFICE 
    Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad. 

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    Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program. 

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