Fall 2020 Intensive Language
Dates: September 5, 2020 – November 28, 2020
Application Deadline: July 1 (Extended)
Costs: $9,500 CCIS Member | $9,900 Non-Member
Fall 2020 PEAL/PALAS Language & Culture (Program in Argentine & Latin American Studies)
Dates: August 29, 2020 – December 19, 2020
Application Deadline: June 15 (Extended)
Costs: $11,400 CCIS Member | $11,800 Non-Member
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Fall 2020 PEAL/PALAS Language & Culture with Intensive Language Pre-Session
Dates: August 8, 2020 – December 19, 2020
Application Deadline: June 1 (Extended)
Costs: $13,700 CCIS Member | $14,100 Non-Member
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Fall 2020 Total Immersion
Dates: July 18 , 2020 – December 5, 2020
Application Deadline: May 15
Costs: $8,700 CCIS Member | $9,100 Non-Member
Fall 2020 Total Immersion with Intensive Language Pre-Session
Dates: June 20, 2020 – December 5, 2020
Application Deadline: April 15
Costs: $10,200 CCIS Member | $10,600 Non-Member
Spring 2021 Intensive Language
Dates: February 1, 2021 – April 25, 2021 (Tentative)
Application Deadline: October 15 (Tentative)
Costs: $8,900 CCIS Member | $9,300 Non-Member (Tentative)
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Spring 2021 PEAL/PALAS Language & Culture (Program in Argentine & Latin American Studies)
Dates: February 29, 2021 – June 20, 2021 (Tentative)
Application Deadline: October 15 (Tentative)
Costs: $11,400 CCIS Member | $11,800 Non-Member (Tentative)
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Spring 2021 PEAL/PALAS Language & Culture with Intensive Language Pre-Session
Dates: February 1, 2021 – June 20, 2021 (Tentative)
Application Deadline: October 15 (Tentative)
Costs: $14,400 CCIS Member | $14,800 Non-Member (Tentative)
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Spring 2021 Total Immersion
Dates: February 29, 2021 – July 18, 2021 (Tentative)
Application Deadline: October 15 (Tentative)
Costs: $8,600 CCIS Member | $9,000 Non-Member (Tentative)
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Spring 2021 Total Immersion with Intensive Language Pre-Session
Dates: February 1, 2021 – July 18, 2021 (Tentative)
Application Deadline: October 15 (Tentative)
Costs: $10,200 CCIS Member | $10,600 Non-Member (Tentative)
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Click here for the Universidad de Belgrano Summer Program
Cosmopolitan Buenos Aires is Argentina's capital and largest city, and truly one of the great cities of the world. The culture and traditions of Buenos Aires, an exhilarating mix of Latin American and European influences, wait to be explored. The Universidad de Belgrano is situated in a quiet residential area, and offers easy access to the rest of the city via public transportation. Students participating in the CCIS Buenos Aires Program can take classes in Spanish as a Second Language, Argentine and Latin American culture courses in both Spanish and English, or directly enroll in classes for local students at the Universidad de Belgrano. All levels of Spanish proficiency are welcomed.
Montana State University
Rachael Peters
Study Abroad Advisor
Questions? Contact me
ccisabroad@montana.edu
This program is sponsored and administered by Montana State University.
Click here for the PEAL 2020 Course List
Click here for the Intensive Spanish 2020 Course List
Click here for the PALAS 2020 Course List
Universidad de Belgrano in Buenos Aires
Established in 1964, Universidad de Belgrano is situated in the lovely Belgrano district of Buenos Aires enrolls around 12,500 students. In addition to the 9 academic departments available to matriculated students, it also boasts one of the best International Student programs in Argentina. UB's students come from across Argentina, Latin America, and the world--nearly 2,000 international students are drawn to its programs.
Modern facilities house classrooms and offices, and provide the base for numerous cultural and athletic activities.
Intensive Language Program
Ideal for students who wish to improve their Spanish language skills, this program offers intensive language courses at the beginning, intermediate, high intermediate, and advanced levels. Students complete two course levels and earn a total of 12 semester (20 quarter) credits. In the first course, students earn 6 semester (10 quarter) credits. During the second course, students advance one language level and earn 6 semester (10 quarter) credits.
| Intensive Language Courses (Taught with International Students) |
Language of Instruction | Contact Hours |
Semester Credits |
Quarter Credits |
| Spanish for Beginners | Spanish | 120 | 6 | 10 |
| Intermediate Spanish 1 | Spanish | 120 | 6 | 10 |
| Intermediate Spanish 2 | Spanish | 120 | 6 | 10 |
| Advanced Spanish | Spanish | 120 | 6 | 10 |
| Language Courses (Taught with International Students) |
Language of Instruction | Contact Hours |
Semester Credits |
Quarter Credits |
| Beginner Spanish | Spanish | 90 | 6 | 9 |
| Intermediate Spanish A | Spanish | 60 | 4 | 6 |
| Intermediate Spanish B | Spanish | 60 | 4 | 6 |
| Advanced Spanish A | Spanish | 60 | 4 | 6 |
| Advanced Spanish B | Spanish | 60 | 4 | 6 |
| Intermediate Oral Production | Spanish | 60 | 4 | 6 |
| Advanced Oral Production | Spanish | 60 | 4 | 6 |
| Spanish Writing Workshop | Spanish | 60 | 4 | 6 |
| Beginner Portuguese | Portuguese | 90 | 6 | 9 |
Student Life
Interaction with locals and other international students is key to a successful study abroad experience. Many campus activities, e.g., Noche Internacional, showcase UB's strong international student program. Joining a student club or sports team is a great way to meet local students--soccer, running and yoga are just a few options. Attending concerts, trying the tango, or spending a lazy Sunday afternoon picking through the colorful streets and flea market of San Telmo are just a few of the possibilities. There's so much to discover in and around Buenos Aires-one can even visit neighboring Uruguay for the day! Learn more about sports at UB: http://www.ub.edu.ar/deportes.php
Housing
Students at UB have the option to participate in a homestay or to stay in a residence hall or student apartment. Additionally, if a participating student has friends or family in the area they would like to stay with, they can make the choice to opt out of UB housing arrangements.
Students are provided lodging with an Argentine host family, which allow students to further develop their language skills outside of a classroom setting and increase their understanding of modern Argentine culture. The assigned host family is likely to live within easy reach of the university in a pleasant, secure neighborhood; the daily commute will be no more than a short bus ride or a reasonable walk. The home might be found in a century-old heritage structure or a contemporary apartment building. The program fee includes a private room with two meals per day (breakfast and dinner).
Duration
Varies by program; see Quick Facts above
Costs
Varies by program; see Quick Facts above
Costs included: Tuition, daily breakfast and dinner, bedding and towels
Costs not included: Books and supplies, additional meals, local transportation, and other personal expenses
All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Contact the program sponsor to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.
Please refer to your acceptance materials for information on arrival, orientation, and academic calendar. The refund policy is program specific and non-transferable. Refer to your acceptance materials for the comprehensive refund policy or contact the program sponsor.
Application Deadlines
Fall: June 1/June 15/July 1 (Extended)
Spring: October 15 (Tentative)
Eligibility Requirements
Minimum GPA: Students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.50
Minimum Class Standing: Students must have completed at least one semester or quarter of college-level coursework at the time of application.
Foreign Language Proficiency: The Intensive Language and Language & Culture Programs are open to students at any level of Spanish proficiency. The Total Immersion Program with Argentine Students requires an advanced level of Spanish proficiency and is only open to students who will have completed at least 5 semesters or 7 quarters of college level Spanish (or the equivalent) prior to departure.
Judicial Standing: Students must be in good judicial standing at their current college or university with no major disciplinary violations in the past 12 months.
Have you talked with your study abroad advisor about your home institution's application process? Your institution's deadline might be earlier than the CCIS program application deadline. Check now to make sure all of your material is submitted on time!
I absolutely loved this program! I have always wanted to study abroad and doing it through CCIS was perfect because it was 1. affordable and 2. fit right in with my summer schedule. I decided to go to Buenos Aires because I took 6 years of spanish in high school but I really want to work abroad and live in another country after graduation. My spanish skills were good, but nowhere near te conversational fluency I desired so what better than to live in another country that speaks it in order to get better?? My homestay was the greatest, my host mom was the best cook and we frequently had conversations while doing it together, she is like my Argentinian Grandmother and has said I am always welcome back to stay in her home when I return. The academics at the uni were rigorous, but very doable. I felt empowered and encourage, you really get out of it what you put into it.
“I feel that my Spanish increased exponentially and the program really helped me to not only learn, but fall in love with the language.”
