ISA in Buenos Aires

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer 
Dates: Please refer to the ISA website

Description: ISA programs in Buenos Aires, Argentina, are all-inclusive (with the exception of airfare). The Universidad de Belgrano and Universidad del Salvador are accredited universities and issue all transcripts. Various programs are offered for students at all levels of Spanish proficiency with the opportunity to gain college credit. Programs include Latin American Studies in Spanish, Latin American Studies in English, Intensive Spanish Language, Courses with Argentine Students, and Liberal Arts, Language, and Culture.

Buenos Aires (pop. 3 million), the capital of Argentina, is a sophisticated city located on the banks of the Río de la Plata. Buenos Aires and its architectural features resemble that of Europe. The year-round agreeable climate, the quality of restaurants and cafés, and the strong cultural life have converted Buenos Aires into an international tourist attraction.

Highlights:
* Tuition: Includes all tuition at the host university. All classes are taught by faculty from the host university.
* Academic Credits: Please refer to the ISA website for detailed credit information.
* Resident Directors: ISA Resident Directors are available 24 hours a day to assist students with all aspects of their study abroad experience.
* Tutoring: Students have the opportunity to receive up to 2 hours of language tutoring each weekday.
* Excursions: Please see the ISA website for a complete list of excursions. Ground transportation and entrance fees are included on all excursions. Hotel accommodations and breakfast are included on all overnight excursions.
* Room and Board: The family homestays include two meals a day (excluding ISA excursion days) for the duration of the program. The homestays also include laundry service once a week. Students may also choose to live in a residencia. Contact the ISA office for further details.
* On-site ISA office: The ISA office, conveniently located in the city, offers student computers with internet access, language resources, travel information, and more.
* Airport Reception: Provided to and from the airport for students who arrive and/or depart during the specified times.
* Medical Insurance: Medical insurance is provided for the official period of the program. Medical insurance extensions are available for an additional cost.
* Cultural Activities: ISA Resident Directors will arrange cultural activities throughout the program.

Cost in US$: Please refer to the ISA website

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Scholarships are Available. - Thousands of dollars in ISA scholarships are available! Please visit the ISA website for scholarship information.

ISA (International Studies Abroad)'s Mission Statement: ISA's mission is to provide high quality education abroad opportunities to American and Canadian college students at an affordable price. We recognize that we play an important role in the worldwide effort of international educators to increase individuals' awareness of cultures and societies outside of their own national boundaries. Our programs are designed to maximize our participants' learning abroad, and we understand that most college students need support and expert guidance before, during and after their time abroad. ISA is a Global Partner of NAFSA: Association of International Educators, and supports NAFSA's efforts to advance international education and exchange.

Year Founded: 1987