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Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

Semester / Trimester:

Semester Spanish Language and Culture Program

Fall 2 2008 (Jul 23, 2008 to Nov 29, 2008)
Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso
Catalog Code: IVPF2108

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Travel
Depart from the U.S. You should be at the airport at least 2 1/2 hours prior to your flight departure time.
Wed. 07/23
Excursion
Arrive in Santiago and check into hotel. Begin tour of Santiago.
Thu. 07/24
Excursion
Continue tour of Santiago and surrounding area.
Thu. 07/24 - Sun. 07/27
Travel
Tour Santiago in the morning. Bus ride to Valparaíso and meet host families.
Sun. 07/27
Orientation
International Student Orientation week at the Universidad Católica. Placement exam and class registration.
Mon. 07/28 - Fri. 08/01
Classes
Regular class schedule. Classes are held Monday through Friday. All weekends are free except for a few organized excursions.
Wed. 08/06
Travel
Return to the United States. Students may stay and travel independently.
Sat. 11/29
Holidays
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Wed. 08/15
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Tue. 09/18 - Wed. 09/19
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Tue. 10/09
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Holiday
Thu. 11/01 01:00 AM
  • Weekend excursions to Pucón, Horcón, Isla Negra, Valle del Elqui (Optional) and Portillo (Optional) will be announced upon arrival.
  • Class times will be determined after arrival to the program site.
  • All events and dates are not finalized and are subject to change without notice.