Information for term Summer in Santiago DR
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenStudy in Santiago this summer and take your beginner, intermediate, or advanced Spanish language skills to the next level. Immerse yourself in the daily life of a rapidly developing Caribbean country where fascinating historical, commercial, and ecological treasures intersect. You’ll get a taste of daily life in the city known as La Ciudad Corazón (City of the Heart) through excursions, a homestay with a local family, and real-world experience that brings classroom teachings to life.
Unique Experiences
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EXPLORE THE SOCIOECONOMIC EFFECTS
of tourism around the fabulous North Coast.
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TAKE CLASSES
at Centro Cultural Dominico Americano, a binational private institution endorsed by the U.S. Embassy in the country.
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DEEPEN YOUR UNDERSTANDING
of the culture and language in the Dominican Republic first-hand by living with a host family.
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industrial free-trade zone factories
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residents
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average daily temperature
78.5
Location & Culture
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Your Destination
Find yourself surrounded by mountains in the lush valley of the Cibao region. Santiago de los Caballeros, the second largest city in the Dominican Republic, puts you steps away from places of historical, cultural, and ecological interest - not to mention, about an hour’s drive to the Atlantic Coast. Santiago is the commercial and cultural center of the fertile Cibao Valley region, housing the León Jimenez cultural center and the commercial street of Calle del Sol.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Explore the historic and cultural charms of Santo Domingo
- Visit the world-renowned 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua
PROJECTS
You’ll participate in a range of field experiences that lend practical context to your classroom-based learning. Unique opportunities to hear from and engage with people at the center and forefront of the country’s issues complement and enhance your experience.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Homestays: Students get a taste of everyday life in Santiago by staying with Dominican host families. Families are middle- to upper-middle class. Students and their families are asked to speak Spanish exclusively, except for students who test into the beginning level of Spanish. For these students, at least one member of the host family will speak some English.
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MEALS
All meals are included.
Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic Where You'll Study
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CIEE SANTIAGO
Santiago
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PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA MADRE Y MAESTRA
Santiago
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CENTRO CULTURAL DOMINICO AMERICANO
Santiago
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Program Details
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The program detailsStudents immerse themselves in the language, history, and culture of the Dominican Republic and gain in-depth insight into the region and people. Courses are taught in English and Spanish at CIEE’s partner school, Centro Cultural Domínico-Americano (CCDA). 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.
Centro Cultural Domínico-Americano (CCDA) is one of the best bilingual academic institutions of higher learning in the Dominican Republic, offering students the academic resources, support services, and physical facilities of a superior level Latin American educational institution.
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students must have a GPA of at least 2.5.
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Students take one course per session.
Curriculum
Program Credit
Total credit: 3-4 per session U.S. semester/4.5-6 per session quarter credits
Course Credit
CIEE courses: 1-3 U.S. semester/1.5-4.5 quarter credits; 15-45 contact hours
Language of Instruction
English
Requirements
Students enroll in one required course per session.
Course Notes
- Students may enroll in the elective Communicative Language class during one session.
- “(GI)” denotes courses that originated at CIEE’s Global Institutes and are offered at multiple Global Institutes and CIEE Sites.
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.
Summer 2020 Courses
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Session I
- SPAN 0001 SADR: Communicative Spanish Language
- (GI) PSYC 2002 SADR: Social Psychology
Session II
- SPAN 0001 SADR: Communicative Spanish Language
- (GI) COMM 3399 SADR: Intercultural Communication, Identity, and Leadership in Santiago de los Caballeros
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates & Fees
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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
- Most meals
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Orientation – an introduction to Santiago culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Excursions and/or Study Tours
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
- 24/7 emergency on-site support
No Hidden Fees
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| Summer Session I 2020 4 weeks | Apr 1, 2020 | May 18, 2020* | Jun 15, 2020* | |
| Summer Session I and II 2020 8 weeks | Apr 1, 2020 | May 18, 2020* | Jul 13, 2020* | |
| Summer Session II 2020 4 weeks | Apr 1, 2020 | Jun 15, 2020* | Jul 13, 2020* |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
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.
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Our Staff
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Ryan Bowen
Resident Coordinator
Ryan Bowen earned his master’s degree in International Business Administration from the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) in the Dominican Republic.
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Tian Song
Director
Tian Song is responsible for successful program administration of all semester, summer, and special programs in the Dominican Republic.
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Mercedes Muñoz
Academic Director
Mercedes Muñóz earned a master’s degree in sustainable development and social responsibility in 2012 from the Escuela de Organización Industrial in Madrid, Spain.
Get Started
Here's what you need to do to take the next steps:-
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START AN APPLICATION
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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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