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University of Guadalajara (Mexico) - 2010
Intensive Spanish & Mexican Studies
2 weeks - $895 / 4 weeks - $1495 / 6 weeks - $1995

Price Discounts Available!


The Program

Puerto Vallarta Beach SceneThe program in Puerto Vallarta was opened in 1994 for studies in Spanish language and Mexican culture. Located in downtown Puerto Vallarta, the program offers the opportunity to study Spanish and enjoy the excitement and sunny beaches. All classes are taught in Spanish and all students are encouraged to be involved in supportive group immersion. Emphasis on oral expression (conversation), vocabulary development, listening comprehension, and complemented by reading and writing. All levels are offered. Students take a placement test upon arrival to determine ability.

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The Location

Puerto Vallarta lies nestled between the rugged Sierra Madre mountains and the sparkling Pacific Ocean, along the shores of "Bahia de Banderos", Mexico's largest bay. It's immense popularity among international travelers - some 2 million visitors per year - may be attributed to the beauty of its natural surroundings, the availability of a wide array of recreational activities, the warmth of its people, and its easy accessibility by air, land or sea.

"Bahia de Banderos" is blessed with an excellent climate and a string of spectacular beaches. In this tropical paradise you will find everything you could ask for in a seaside resort: luxury hotels and quaint inns, restaurants for all tastes and budgets, typical markets, upscale boutiques, art galleries, every type of water sports, and a thriving nightlife. All of this lends Puerto Vallarta a unique enchantment all its own. A fun place to study Spanish.

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Courses

Spanish Language - all levels: beginning, intermediate, advanced. Intensive Course: 4 hours of Spanish per day. All students take a placement test to determine Spanish level. Classes are divided into 2-hour blocks from 8:00 am - 2 pm and 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

The University of Guadalajara is a fully accredited Mexican University. Students maystreets of puerto vallarta earn 3 credits for each 40 hours.

Spanish 1: Basic Spanish language course for beginners, and divided into two levels based upon previous study. Introduction to Spanish grammar, composition, pronunciation, and conversation.

Spanish 2: Intermediate language course. Practice in speaking and oral comprehension. Includes: grammar, syntax, gender, verb tenses, vocabulary building, compositions, reading and conversation.

Spanish 3: Advanced Spanish course. This course covers more complex syntax, grammar, composition, reading and conversation. Students read newspapers and magazines.

Class group sizes are no more than 15 students. This allows more personal attention and to encourage more interaction in the classroom. Intensive sessions last for 5 weeks, with 4 hrs per day, 20 hrs per week, (100 hrs total). Morning and afternoon classes, Monday - Friday. Learning is based on the Communicative Approach, without losing sight on grammatical accuracy. Spanish language courses are taught in Spanish and are designed to help students acquire fluency and sufficient communicative skills to cope with any situation they are likely to encounter. On arrival, all students are tested for both written and spoken competence, and are then assigned to the most appropriate level. There are 10 levels offered which are divided into 3 areas (mentioned above).

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Housing

Host family housing is available. Single or shared rooms, 3 meals per day, and access to all home amenities. Staying with a family offers a "total immersion" experience in speaking Spanish. Families are middle to upper income households, and have been carefully screened. Costs $300 per week for homestay, double or single room, and full board (3 meals daily).

You may arrange your own housing in Puerto Vallarta if you prefer. Local hotels and Guest Houses are available. Costs vary.

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Academic Credit

Students earn 4 - 6 credits per month. Intensive program of 4 hours
daily, 20 hours per week. 1-2 credits per week.


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Financial Aid

Yes, you can use your financial aid on this program. Please have your Financial Aid office e-mail us a "Consortium Agreement" to complete and sign. 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.

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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Dates and Fees - Price Discounts Available!

(Starting Dates)

Winter 2010

Jan 4 - 15 Jan 18 - 29 Feb 1 - 12
Feb 15 - 26 Mar 1 - 12 Mar 15 - 26

* Similar dates in 2011
* Spring Break: Mar 27 - Apr 11

Spring 2010

Apr 12 - 23 Apr 26 - May 7 May 10 - 21
May 24 - June 4 June 7 - 18 June 21 - July 2

Summer 2010

July 5 - 16 July 19 - 30 Aug 2 - 13
Aug 16 - 27 Aug 30 - Sep 10 Sept 13 - 24

Fall 2010

Sept 27 - Oct 8 Oct 11 - 22 Oct 25 - Nov 5
Nov 8 - 19 Nov 22 - Dec 3 Dec 6 - 17

Winter 2011

Jan 3 - 14 Jan 17 - 28 Jan 31 - Feb 11
Feb 14 - 25 Feb 28 - Mar 11 Mar 14 - 25

* Spring Break: Mar 26 - Apr 10

Spring 2011

Apr 11 - 22 Apr 25 - May 6 May 9 - 20
May 23 - June 3

Fees

2 weeks $895
4 weeks $1495
6 weeks $1995
8 weeks $2495

Addtl 2 weeks = $500

* See starting dates. Arrive on Saturday or Sunday.

Fee Includes: full tuition, registration, orientation, confirmation of housing, certificate (transcript) and student support services. Excursions not included. Books cost $20 - $50.

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Requirements

Programs are open to all adults. High school students, college students teachers, working adults, professionals, and retired persons are all encouraged to apply. Minimum age is 18. 17 years of age with parental consent. A passport is required for programs in Mexico. Plan on arriving 1 day prior to starting date (on Sunday).

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Registration and Information

Register online. $95 USD registration confirmation 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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