CIEE Liberal Arts Program in Santiago, Chile
In Santiago, take time to savor life, ideas, art, everything around you! On CIEE’s Liberal Arts program, you’ll explore this exciting capital of Chile – known for its relaxed way of life – while pursuing courses taught in Spanish. A homestay with a Chilean family, volunteering activities, and an internship with a local business or organization will help your Spanish improve dramatically while you gain skills that will help you throughout college and into your chosen career.
Study abroad in Santiago and you will:
- Take a wide range of direct enrollment courses at three prestigious universities
- Explore contemporary Chilean reality through innovative CIEE courses
- Take two, long weekend study trips—one to the dramatic and visually stunning northern-most region of Chile, and another excursion to the indigenous and historic south of the country
- Enjoy cultural and educational activities such as Chilean movie night, hikes in the Andes foothills, and an urban bike tour with Chilean student ambassadors
Find out more.
Please check the CIEE website for final program dates, and speak with your CIEE Study Abroad Advisor prior to booking airfare.
Co-Sponsored Program Policy & Deadlines
This program is co-sponsored by the University of St. Thomas. Prior to submitting any application to this program you must meet with a Study Abroad Advisor to obtain approval for participation. This will ensure that you remain a St. Thomas student, your financial aid will apply to the program fee, and your credits will transfer back. University of St. Thomas deadlines are:
October 1 for spring semester programs
March 15 for summer, fall semester and year-long programs.
Please note that some programs have deadlines earlier than St. Thomas.
Application Procedures
To begin the application process for a University of St. Thomas Co-sponsored program, you must attend a
First Step Session, complete the Advising Questionnaire and meet with a Study Abroad Advisor. They will work with you to find an appropriate program, provide information about the application process and grant you access to the online application. Select the Apply Now button at the top of this page to begin this process.
Criteria for participation:
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Students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5. Some programs will require a higher average.
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Students may not apply for, maintain an approved application, nor participate in an International Education program while on academic or conduct probation. Disciplinary records may be a consideration for approval in off-campus programs.
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Students must be at least in sophomore status to apply for a semester or year-long study abroad program. Some programs may require a higher class standing for participation. Transfer students applying to study abroad must complete at least one semester at St. Thomas before going abroad.
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Click here for all eligibility requirements for study abroad through St. Thomas.
Financial Aid/Scholarships
In most cases all grants, loans and scholarships will apply to UST-sponsored and co-sponsored fall, spring or year-long programs. You must make an an appointment with a financial aid counselor to verify and confirm all financial aid awards.
Additional aid in the form of scholarships may also be available from St. Thomas and some co-sponsoring organizations. Refer to our
Scholarships webpage for details.
Contact Us
International Education Center (44 N. Cleveland)
University of St. Thomas
Mail 44C
2115 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105-1096 USA
Tel: 1.651.962.6450
Fax: 1.651.962.5199
Email: studyabroad@stthomas.edu
http://studyabroad.stthomas.edu/