Summer: USAC Santiago, Chile
The Program
Santiago, Chile!
Study in Santiago, Chile this summer. Earn Rutgers credits while spending time at Universidad Andres Bello, one of Chile's most important private universities.
Program Locations
Chile
Santiago
Santiago is a city of contrasts: historic areas stand side-by-side with modern urbanism; plazas and parks are oases in the midst of the metropolis. Leading Chile's considerable cultural endeavors, Santiago boasts symphony orchestras, major dance companies, a host of professional theatre groups, a full slate of concerts and movie theaters, and attractive local markets.
Tempt your taste buds with Chile's tasty cuisine, which incorporates seafood from its long-stretching coastline, fresh meats, and abundant fruits and vegetables. Enjoy traditional empanadas and avocado hotdogs, along with international restaurants all over the city.
Outside of Santiago, Chile offers many environmental extremes. The Atacama Desert lies to the north, while the central area supports most of the country's population. Southern Chile is rich in rain forests, volcanoes, and lakes. The far southern extreme is a labyrinth of fjords and islands on the road to the mythical Patagonia. You'll have lots to explore.
Source: USAC
Academics
Rutgers is partnering with USAC to offer our students a summer program in Santiago, Chile. Students may take 3-4 credits each session. Course availability is contingent upon student enrollment and is subject to change.
Full list of courses for each session can be found on the USAC website: LIST OF COURSES IN SANTIAGO When checking course descriptions notice the language of instruction (English or Spanish).
Courses available in the following fields:
- Spanish Language and Literature Studies
- Intermediate Spanish
- Advanced Spanish
- Basic conversation (1 credit)
- Spanish Composition
- Latin America Literature
- 20th century and Contemporary Latin American Poetry
- Latin American Cultures and Cultural Studies
- Dances of Latin America (1 credit)
- International and Cross-cultural reporting
- Latin American International relations
- Native Cultures of Chile
- Peace, Conflict and Democracy in Latin America
- Sustainable Business
- International Human Rights
- Race, Gender and Media
- Social Entrepreneurship
Housing and Meals
Homestay
You will move in with your host family after orientation. The families are located within a 30- to 50-minute commute to the university and will provide you with a room, breakfast and dinner daily. Lunch, the main meal in Chile, is available in the university neighborhood at a modest cost. Boarding with a family provides an unmatched opportunity for practicing your Spanish and learning Chilean culture and customs and is highly recommended.
Staying in a homestay in Santiago will provide you with a synthesis of a big Latin American capital city coupled with the atmosphere of a local Chilean neighborhood; the neighborhoods of Providencia, Las Condes, and Ñuñoa mix residences and offices with small streets and expansive avenues, commercial centers, traditional boutiques, parks, and plazas. Areas with cafes, restaurants, and cinemas can be found in different parts of the city with a diversity of styles and local cultures.
Financial Information
Program Costs
| Credits | NJ Resident | non-NJ Resident |
|---|---|---|
| 3-4 credits | $6,200 | $6,740 |
Program Cost includes:
- Tuition
- Housing (Homestay) Includes 2 meals per day during week, 3 on weekends and holidays.
- Cultural visits or activities
- Administrative Fees
- Emergency Medical Access Abroad
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,500 |
| Meals not included | $200 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $100 |
| Local Transportation | $80 |
| Personal Expenses | $300 |
| Housing Deposit (refundable) | $250 |
| Total | $2,430.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
Program Costs
| Credits | NJ Resident | non-NJ Resident |
|---|---|---|
| 6-7 credits | $7,870 | $8,680 |
Program Cost includes:
- Tuition
- Housing (Homestay) Includes 2 meals per day during week, 3 on weekends and holidays.
- Cultural visits or activities
- Administrative Fees
- Emergency Medical Access Abroad
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,500 |
| Meals not included | $400 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $200 |
| Local Transportation | $120 |
| Personal Expenses | $600 |
| Housing Deposit (refundable) | $250 |
| Total | $3,070.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.