Spanish for Foreigners

  Colombia

Barranquilla

Dates: June 15th

Description: The course at Instituto de Idiomas, UNINORTE combines multidisciplinary course offerings with a variety of social and cultural activities. Students interested in art, history, international relations, political science and literature will find this program a complete and enriching experience.

This program enrolls people from many different countries; participants have opportunities to become involved in intercultural exchange and understanding. Our programs include an intensive Spanish Program for International Students developed for those who want to learn Spanish for academic, professional or social reasons. Important features of the program include: special language programs with custom-designed course work in general Spanish, specialized Spanish and teacher training. Each program contains an academic component as well as social and cultural ones.

Highlights:
* Highly qualified teachers specialized in teaching Spanish to international students
* 25 hours of class per week, six weeks
* Classes organized into three levels: beginners, intermediate and advanced
* Small class size
* Multimedia language laboratory
* Academic advisers to help you

Cost in US$: 500

* Full board
* Tuition at Instituto de Idiomas
* Welcome and farewell receptions
* Orientation program upon arrival
* Material Provided
* Internet access

Program price does not include:

Airfare, personal expenses such as housing, passport fees, local transportation, books, medical/dental expenses or additional travel.

All prices and fees reflect exchange rates current at time of publication and are subject to change based on any 2001-2002 tuition increases.

Passports and Visas: Participants are responsible for obtaining their own visas. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after your expected return to your country. Students should contact the Colombian Consulate in the nearest city regarding visa requirements. Cancellations: All cancellations must be made in writing to Instituto de Idiomas (Universidad del Norte) and are effective the date of the postmark.

Experience Required: no

Participants Travel to Colombia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Instituto de Idiomas-Universidad Del Norte's Mission Statement: The Universidad del Norte Foundation, according to the guiding principles and aims established on its creation, has as its mission the well-rounded education of our students at higher educational level and the contribution to the harmonious development of society and the country, especially the Colombian Atlantic Coast, through its institutional presence in the community.

Year Founded: 1966