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IFSA-Butler: Chile: Valparaíso: Chilean Universities Program
Valparaiso, Chile (Education Abroad Programs Program)
Program Terms: Fall Semester,
 Spring Semester,
 Year
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: IFSA-Butler 
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Year 2018-2019 01-APR-2018 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Fall Semester 2018 01-APR-2018 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Class Status: 		3rd year, 4th year Minimum GPA Requirement: 2.75
Language Requirement: 		3000 level, 4000 level, native
Open to Non-UVa Students: 		No
Housing: Homestay Language Courses Offered: Yes
Language of Instruction: Spanish
Credit Type: 		Transfer Credit
Program Type: 		Direct Enrollment at foreign institution
Tuition Payments Made To: 		Program Provider
Education Abroad Advisor: 		Martha Sadler
Application Fee: 		Yes
Study Abroad Administrative Fee: 		Yes
Subject Area: 		Anthropology, Art - Art History, Biology, Chemistry, Commerce, Communications, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Environmental Sciences, Film Studies, Geography, History, Latin American Studies, Mathematics & Statistics, Media Studies, Music, Other Languages & Literatures, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology, Spanish
Program Description:
Location
Valparaíso, Chile
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When
Fall, Spring, and Year

Situated between the mountains and the sea, the Chilean Universities Program, Valparaíso provides a unique setting for study abroad. Cobbled streets, Victorian houses and a bustling port, the city is famous for its charm and picture-perfect views.
 
Application Deadline
Spring: October 15
Fall: April 1

 
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Host Universities
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Universidad de Valparaíso
 
IFSA-Butler Services
Academics
  • Tuition
  • Full academic advising and course selection/approval assistance
  • Butler University transcript for easy credit transfer
  • Academic records maintenance
  • Grade and credit query assistance
Housing
  • IFSA-Butler students live with a carefully selected host family
  • Host family homes are located in beautiful and chic Viña del Mar, just ten minutes from Valparaíso
  • Program fee includes three meals per day
  • IFSA-Butler houses only one student per family for maximum cultural and language integration
Predeparture support services
  • Personalized advising with your IFSA-Butler program advisor
  • Welcome packet, Preparing to Study Abroad guide, Financing Study Abroad guide, and newsletter updates
  • Parental support including Preparing to Study Abroad guide and Financing Study Abroad guide
  • Assistance in accommodating students with disabilities
  • Financial aid assistance and transfers
  • Travel and student visa assistance
  • Group flight arrangements to most destinations
On-site services
  • Airport pickup for group flights
  • Full-time IFSA-Butler staff abroad for assistance and support
  • 4- to 10-day orientation programs (including transportation, accommodation, activities, student handbook and welcome materials, and most meals)
  • Intensive language program
  • Transportation to host university accommodation following orientation
  • New student orientation at host university
  • Newsletter updates throughout the semester
  • IFSA-Butler welcome meal
Excursions and activities
  • Mid-semester weekend excursions and adventure trips
  • Cultural activities and social events
  • Day trips and sightseeing tours
Health services and emergency assistance
  • Full medical insurance plan for all students
  • 24-hour emergency assistance and support from on-site IFSA-Butler staff
  • Access to local medical facilities
Finances
  • Numerous scholarships available
    Any student applying to an IFSA-Butler program can apply for our general scholarship awards, which are $500 for a summer program, $1,500 for semester study, and $2,000 for the full year. We also offer special opportunities such as First Generation College Student scholarships and a Fill the GAP study abroad savings program that matches contributions up to $1,000. Click here (http://www.ifsa-butler.org/scholarships.html) for more information about our scholarship opportunities.
  • Monthly payment plan available
  • Ability to pay by credit card
  • Support for U.S. university direct billing arrangements
What's next?
For more information or to contact this program's advisor, click here or follow the link below to apply.


 
Contact Us
6201 Corporate Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46278
800-858-0229
www.ifsa-butler.org
studyabroad@ifsa-butler.org