| Program Type: | study abroad | GPA Requirement: | 2.5 |
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| Housing: | Homestay | Language of Instruction: | English |
Spend your summer exploring Mérida, a vibrant city on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, and embark on a journey through history and culture to appreciate the region's rich tapestry of Mayan and colonial heritage. Designed for students from all academic backgrounds, this exciting program offers a unique blend of academic excellence and cultural exploration set against the backdrop of Mérida’s stunning architecture and lively streets.
When class is in session, you’ll take courses led by expert faculty across a wide range of subjects that will provide you with a comprehensive and interactive study of the Yucatán. Outside the classroom, you’ll have every opportunity to explore all Mérida has to offer, including guided tours to ancient Mayan ruins (like Chichén Itzá and Uxmal), visits to the natural wonders of the region (like stunning cenotes), and many exciting cultural activities such as cooking classes and traditional Yucatecan dance performances.
by exploring Mérida, the vibrant capital of the Yucatán peninsula
and immerse yourself in the Mexican culture
to museums and archaeological Mayan sites
GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.
Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.
Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.
Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.
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