Intensive
Spanish language: all levels, beginner
thru advanced. Conducted weekly, year-around.
Start on any Monday, except holidays.
Three hours of class per day, 15 hours
per week provided. Small groups of no
more than 6 students per group. Classes
in the morning and afternoon. All students
take a placement test upon arrival to
determine level. Teachers are all university
graduates with several years of experience
teaching Spanish as a second language.
Course descriptions are available upon
request.
Teaching
method focuses on "Conversational Method",
and involves active student participation
in class with emphasis on speaking and
listening comprehension skills. The goal
is to "immerse" the student in the language,
so as to attain a working knowledge of
conversational Spanish in a short period
of time.
Course descriptions available upon request.
Beginners
Level: For those students who have
little or no knowledge of the Spanish
language and wish to acquire the basics
in order to be able to understand and
communicate on a simple level. Students
are taught to read and produce simple
texts, letters, and to understand short
descriptions and texts. Basic daily conversation
Spanish.
Intermediate Level:
Aimed at students who are already familiar
with Spanish and wish to consolidate their
basic knowledge and improve spoken and
written skills. Enable students to participate
in conversations and debates, intervene
in discussions relevant to daily life.
Students are taught how to understand
newspaper and press reports and narrative
texts. Enhance comprehension ability.
Advanced Level: For
students capable of expressing themselves
and understanding standard Spanish. Building
on their knowledge, gaining confidence
in expression, and reaching higher standards
of fluency. Students are taught strategies
and communication skills in written and
spoken Spanish, enabling them to express
themselves in public, understand complicated
scripts and elaborate reports.
Superior Level: This
is the highest level for students with
an advanced level in Spanish, and wish
to perfect and specialize their skills.
Gives students the capacity to communicate
fluently, conduct speeches, and be able
to grasp the message implicit in technical
debates and programs. Students are taught
to recognize hidden messages and connotations
in texts to understand contemporary scripts,
as well as to write fluent texts, using
creative Spanish at the highest standard.
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Academic Credit
Students earn 3 - 5 college credits per month. Classes are 3 hours per day, 15 hours per week. It is an
Intensive program. Academic standards are high and transcripts (Certificates) are issued to participants who complete their program of study.
See "Academic Credit" section
of the CSA homepage.
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Financial Aid
Yes, you can use your financial aid on this program. Please have your Financial Aid office fax us a "Consortium Agreement" to complete and sign. CSA Fax # 253-850-0454. CSA does not offer any scholarships or financial aid, we can only assist you in using your home school's financial
aid on this program.
A faxed copy is acceptable: CSA Fax #
253-850-0454.
The earlier the better, since it takes
time to process. Overall, CSA does not
offer any financial aid, we can only assist
you in obtaining and using your aid from
your home school on these program.
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Activities
Extra curricular activities include
the following:
* Boat tours along the coast.
* Bus tours of the mountain villages (Sierra
Madre).
* Visits to the local aquarium.
* Local tours of historic downtown.
* Surfing, Fishing, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling,
Sailing, Water Skiing.
* Art, Music, and dance classes are available.
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Housing
Participants stay with carefully selected host families, student apartments, or hotel. The families have
been screened by the staff, and most of them have been hosting students for several years. Private room, and full board (3 meals daily) provided. Bathroom is shared. Some homes may provide a private bathroom.
Families live in the nice residential
area just behind the "Zona Dorada" to
the north of the city. CSA recommends
staying with a family, for it is the best
way to practice your Spanish and learn
more about Mexican culture. Also, host-families
provide the best housing for the costs.
Host family housing costs: $200 per week
(includes 3 meals daily, private room).
Apartments and hotels are
expensive. Simple hotel rooms range from
$125 and up per night. Apartments can
range a few hundred per day and up. Can
find cheaper accommodations, but you have
to do it there. You may also arrange your
own housing if preferred.
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Dates and Fees
* Weekly Programs; January - December, 2008
* Intensive Spanish - 3 hours per day,
15 hours per week.
* Start on any Monday, except holidays.
* Small class sizes.
* Similar dates and fees in 2009.
| 2 weeks |
$795 |
| 3 weeks |
$1095 |
| 4 weeks |
$1395 |
| 6 weeks |
$1995 |
| 8 weeks |
$2495 |
| 10 weeks |
$2895 |
| 12 weeks |
$3095 |
Holidays
| February
5th |
March
21st |
May
1st |
| Sept.
16 |
Nov.
20th |
|
Christmas:
Dec. 20th, 2008 - Jan 4th, 2009
|
* Addtl 2 weeks = $200
Fee Includes: full tuition, registration,
orientation, housing confirmation with
a family, and transcript (Certificate).
Excursions are optional and cost extra.
Housing with family: $160 per week, includes
all meals.
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Requirements
Program is open to all adults. Minimum age is 18. 17 years of age may apply with parental consent. Students, teachers, working adults,
professionals, and retired persons are
all encouraged to apply.
Passport required. Non-U.S. citizens should
check with Consulate (Mexican Embassy)
for entry requirements....if more than
just a Passport.
Plan on arriving 1- 2 days prior to the
starting date. Usually, participants arrive
on the weekend, and start class the following
Monday. Airport pick-up service is available.
Please inform CSA of flight arrival info
in advance so we can arrange.
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Arrivals
Plan on arriving 1 - 2 days prior to the starting date. If you want a staff person to meet you upon arrival at the Maceio airport, please inform CSA in advance your flight arrival information. This service is included in the program fee. The staff escort person will meet you at the Maceio airport and escort you to your housing and show you where you check-in for the program.
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Registration and Information
Register online. $50 deposit required. Please review the "How To Register" section on the CSA website. Payments can be made by money order, cashiers check, or personal check. We will e-mail you a "Confirmation Notice" with additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Thank you.
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