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Minimum Required GPA:	2.5	Minimum Class Standing:	Sophomore
Language of Instruction:	English, Spanish	Language Requirement:	2 semesters
Loyola Scholarships:	Yes	Housing Options:	Host Families
Type of Program:	Enrollment at a University Abroad, Intensive Language Study	Internship/Service Learning Options:	Yes

Universidad Iberoamericana

Mexico City, Mexico

Program Highlights

• Study in Mexico City, the cultural, political economic and social heart of Mexico!

• Live with a Mexican Family!
  

• Study at the premiere Jesuit university in Latin America!
  

The Program

Study in the cultural, political, economic and social heart of Mexico! The Jesuit Universidad Iberoamericana offers students an enriching academic experience enhanced by the appeal of Mexico City. Studying in Mexico City allows students to experience the majestic legacy of ancient temples and buildings of the past in addition to all of the modern-day attractions of a great cosmopolitan center!

The program aims to give students a mastery of conversational and written Spanish as well as a global perspective on Latin America's civilization and culture with a special emphasis on Mexico.

Students should have intermediate Spanish to participate in the semester programs.

The Academics

Courses for international students, of whom 90% are from the United States, will include Spanish and and others from the disciplines of journalism and mass communications, architecture, economics, education, history, law, political science, sociology and visual arts.

There are a variety of classes offered in Spanish or English. During the semester, students with the appropriate language skills are eligible to enroll in hundreds of courses taught in Spanish from the Ibero's regular offerings. For additional information regarding courses please visit: http://www.loyno.edu/mexico/courses.html.

Available Courses

• Spanish Courses

• Architecture in Mexico

• Courses From Other Disciplines

• Summer Institute for Spanish & K-12 Teachers & High School Students

• Summer Institute for Mexican Law & Legal Studies

In addition to the above courses, international students attending the Ibero can also take any of the regular courses offered by the individual departments of the Ibero and that  Mexicans attending  the Ibero take as part of thir degree program. There are hundreds of these courses from many disciplines. Many of the courses are about Mexico and Latin America, are taught by famous Latin American scholars and intellectuals, and can not be duplicated elsewhere. International students should consult with the individual departments of the Ibero, the Program Director and the faculty of the Mexico Program before they select these courses. There may be prerequisites. Also, since international students are competing against native Spanish speakers, they should have advanced Spanish skills.

Classroom instruction is enriched with a series of field trips to museums, cultural events, political gatherings, social happenings and economic activities tied to the content of individual courses.

The Academic Calendar

The Location

The Jesuit Universidad Iberoamericana, the flagship Jesuit university in Latin America, is located in Mexico City. With over 20 million inhabitants, Mexico City is the world's largest city! The eclectic blend of modern life amidst the history of the city creates a diverse and fascinating experience for students. Students have access to significant historical locations, hundreds of museums, beautiful city parks and the expansive urban environment all wrapped into the vibrant lifestyle of Mexico City!

With 108 million people, Mexico is the largest Spanish-speaking country in the world! Talk about differences between Mexico and US/ importance of Mexico.

The Experience

Classes are conducted on the Ibero's main campus. Students have full access to the Ibero's magnificent library, one of the best in all of Latin America, as well as the other facilities open the Ibero's degree-seeking students.

Study abroad in Mexico offers a great opportunity for students to experience an extraordinary blend of the past and present that come together in Mexico City to create the experience of a lifetime!

Housing

Lodging with selected Mexican host families. Preference give to those who register early.  Registrants can also make their own living arrangements and subtract the fees for housing and meals. Housing with two meals a day-- breakfast and dinner, except on Sunday-- are provided in the summer program but during the semester housing is without meals. Experience has shown that this is the most practical and economical arrangement for the average international student.

Service Learning

Every effort is made to make service learning an optional part of every course in the Mexico City Program. Service Learning integrates community service with academic instruction with a focus on critical, reflective thinking as well as personal and civic responsibility. Students choosing the Service Learning option are provided opportunities to address actual community needs in one or more Latin American or Mexican settings while gaining valuable hands-on experience or reflection that enhances their educational goals.

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Mexico Travel Alert

Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Summer	2009	04/01/2009	04/01/2009	05/29/2008	07/10/2009
NOTE: Students can apply after the deadline with a $50 late fee and the authorization of the Director. Arrival and Placement with Families: May 29, 2009, Ibero Pre-registration & Orientation: June 2, 2009, Classes Begin: June 3, 2009, Mexico City Tour: June 7, 2009, Classes End: July 9, 2009, End of Housing (morning): July 10, 2009,
Fall	2009	04/01/2009	04/01/2009	07/31/2009	12/09/2009
NOTE: Students can apply after the deadline by paying a $50 late fee. Arrival at Hotel in Mexico City (Cost included in program fees): July 31, 2009. Loyola Orientation: July 31 - August 5, 2009. Placement with Families: August 5, 2009. Ibero Orientation & Pre-Registration: August 6 - 7, 2009. Classes Begin: August 4, 2009. Mexico City Tour: August 10, 2009. End of Classes: December 7, 2009. End of Housing (morning): December 8, 2009.
Year	2009-2010	04/01/2009	04/01/2009	07/31/2009	05/21/2010
Year (Sp/Fall)	2010	10/01/2009	10/30/2009	TBA	TBA
Spring	2010	10/15/2009	10/15/2009	01/03/2010	05/21/2010
NOTE: Students can apply after the deadline with a $50 late fee and the authorization of the Director. Arrival at Hotel in Mexico City January 3, 2010 Loyola Orientation January 3-6, 2010 Placement with Families January 6, 2010 Ibero Orientation & Pre-Registration January 7-8, 2010 Classes Begin January 11, 2010 Mexico City Tour January 16, 2010 End of Classes May 20, 2010 End of Home Stay (morning) May 21, 2010
Fall	2010	03/01/2010	03/15/2010	09/01/2009	12/10/2010
Year	2010-2011	03/01/2010	03/15/2010	TBA	TBA
Summer	2010	03/15/2010**	Rolling Admission	05/30/2010	07/09/2010
NOTE: Students can apply after the deadline with a $50 late fee and the authorization of the Director. Arrival and Placement with Families May 30, 2010 Ibero Orientation & Pre-Registration May 31, 2010 Classes Begin June 1, 2010 Mexico City Tour June 5, 2010 End of Classes July 8, 2010 End of Home Stay (morning) July 9, 2010
Year (Sp/Fall)	2011	04/01/2010	04/01/2010	TBA	TBA
Spring	2011	09/01/2010	10/01/2010	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Students will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed