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Photo taken by Amarpreet Bonsor - Kenya
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| Program Terms: |
Academic Year, Fall, Spring |
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| Website | Click to visit | |
| Program Sponsor: | Central College Abroad | |
| Restrictions: | CMU applicants only |
| Fact Sheet: |
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| Program Type: | 3. Direct/External Programs | Language of Instruction: | English, Spanish |
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| Abroad Opportunities: | Study Abroad | Minimum GPA: | 2.5 |
| Housing Options: | Homestay, Residence Hall | Class Status: | 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior |
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Location: Merida, Mexico
Affiliated universities: Marista University, Modelo University, Autonomous University of the Yucatan (UADY)
Central College Abroad course work: Yes
Language prerequisite: None
Language of instruction: English and/or Spanish
Service-learning options: Yes
Internships: Yes
Recent excursions:Historical and cultural sites in the Yucatan, including visits to Chichen Itza and surrounding colonial villages, and a five-day trip to the state of Chiapas.
Housing and meals: Live with other Central College Abroad students in Central's house (a restored governor's mansion) or choose a homestay option with a Mexican family. Most meals are provided.
Program dates: Fall semester, late August – early December. Spring semester, late January – early May.
Average program size: 12 students
Staff to student ratio: 1:6
Read more about Merida
Program Deadlines
- Fall Semester - March 15
- Spring Semester - Oct. 1
What's included:
Scholarships:
For many students, scholarship funds make a real difference between participation and staying home. For students who attend a school that is part of Central's cooperative council, additional scholarships are available.
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Tuition
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Guaranteed housing in Central College Abroad residence or homestay with a local Yucatecan family. Both options include all meals (Mon-Fri and brunch on Saturday)
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Computer/internet access at the Central College Abroad residence
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Week-long orientation
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Excursions and cultural events such as a five-day trip to the state of Chiapas
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Internship and service-learning opportunities (optional)
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24-hour staff and reception
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On-site resident director and support services
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Personal Central College Abroad Advisor for pre-departure support
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Optional online pre-departure course
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Central College Abroad Student Survival Guide and Parent handbook
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International Student ID Card (iNext)
- Transcript from Central College, a U.S. institution fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission