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CIEE Liberal Arts Language Immersion in Buenos Aires, Argentina (Outgoing Program) Print  Save 
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Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: Junior Program Type: study abroad
Program: Affiliate GPA Requirement: 2.5
Housing: Homestay Fields of Study: Accounting, Advertising, Agriculture, Anthropological Linguistics, Anthropology, Art History, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Communication Studies, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Criminal Justice, Ecology & Systematics, Economics, Education, English, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Science, Finance, General Engineering, General Health Studies, Geography, Geology, History, Independant Study, International Business Administration, International Studies, Journalism, Legal Studies, Management, Marketing, Mathematical Statistics, Multiculture Studies, Music, Philosophy, Photography, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Public Relations, Religious Studies, Service Learning, Social Policy and Administration, Sociology, Spanish, Studio Art, Sustainability, Telecommunication & Film, Theatre, Tourism, Women's Studies, World Literature
Language of Instruction: Spanish
Program Description:

CIEE College Study Abroad

Liberal Arts Language Immersion

Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Program Overview

Your Liberal Arts program in Buenos Aires lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds who have Spanish language skills. You will enroll in CIEE courses and host institution courses delivered in Spanish. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Argentine culture. Live and learn in Buenos Aires!

Unique Experiences

Explore Argentina

and its lively culture, history and art firsthand.

Get into the swing of Argetine life

by living with a host family, doing volunteer work, and joining a conversation club

Travel around

and into broader Argentina – to dig into the local culture and customs

Learn More About Buenos Aires

Your Destination

Buenos Aires is Argentina’s dynamic, Spanish-speaking capital where language and culture come alive on every corner. Whether you're practicing Spanish with locals at a neighborhood café, browsing bookshops along Avenida Corrientes, or dancing tango in the streets of San Telmo, each moment deepens your connection to Argentine culture. With its blend of European charm, Latin American flair, and vibrant arts scene, Buenos Aires is the perfect place to study abroad.

Housing

At CIEE Buenos Aires, you’ve got flexible housing options to match your vibe. Whether you’re into the cozy feel of a homestay, want your own space in a single apartment, or prefer the social scene of a shared apartment, there’s a setup that works for you. Plus, all housing is in neighborhoods that make life easy--with public transportation, cool cafés, shops, and restaurants just around the corner.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and host institution courses that align with your academic major.
  • Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activites, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
  • Cultural Projects: Volunteer with members of the local community, join student clubs to socialize with your peers, and attend local workshops and events to get to know your host city.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Buenos Aires will open doors for you to explore Argentina's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.      

Samples of past excursions and activities:

  • Immerse yourself in the greatest passion of Argentinians by playing a friendly soccer match with locals
  • Attend concerts at the local opera house, Teatro Colón
  • Join an Argentine empanada cooking workshop led by an expert

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

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Academics

CIEE Buenos Aires: Study in the heart of Buenos Aires in the lively neighborhood of Recoleta, well-connected to parks, cafés, restaurants, and shops. CIEE Buenos Aires features modern classrooms, comfortable lounge areas, and a charming outdoor space.

Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA): Founded in the late 1950s, UCA is one of Argentina’s leading private universities. As a Catholic institution, it promotes ethical and humanistic values while fostering a pluralistic academic environment. UCA offers programs across 16 schools, with strengths in social sciences, humanities, economics, law, and music. With more than 24,000 students and 50+ undergraduate degrees, it nurtures a vibrant academic community. Its campus in the scenic Puerto Madero waterfront district provides an ideal setting for study and student life, just steps from downtown Buenos Aires.

Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA): Founded in 1821, UBA is Argentina’s oldest and most prestigious public university, enrolling more than 350,000 students and offering 114 undergraduate degrees across 13 autonomous schools spread throughout Buenos Aires. Known for its commitment to free, high-quality education and vibrant political culture, UBA plays a central role in Argentine culture. CIEE Liberal Arts students can take courses at the school of social sciences (Facultad de Ciencias Sociales), and at the school of humanities (Facultad de Filosofía y Letras). These two schools are respectively located in the neighborhoods of Constitución and Caballito, not far from downtown, providing an immersive experience in the city’s intellectual life.

Universidad Nacional de las Artes (UNA): Established in the late 1990s, UNA is the only university in Buenos Aires dedicated exclusively to arts education, combining long-standing institutes in music, dance, fine arts, ceramics, theater, and folklore. With nine schools, one museum, and more than 40 degree programs, it offers a rich blend of theoretical and practical training. CIEE Liberal Arts students can take courses at UNA Movimiento and UNA Visuales, two dynamic schools in the centrally located neighborhoods of Balvanera, Recoleta, and San Telmo – offering a unique chance to explore the city’s artistic heritage and contemporary creative scene.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2027 10/15/2026 ** Rolling Admission 02/22/2027 06/26/2027

** 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.