CIEE - Chile

Overview

Study abroad in Santiago through the Liberal Arts & Language Immersion program offered by Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE). Designed for students with prior Spanish experience, this semester program combines Spanish-taught liberal arts courses with immersive cultural experiences. Students take classes at the CIEE center and partner universities while engaging with local communities through activities, excursions, and optional internships. The program offers a dynamic opportunity to strengthen Spanish skills while exploring Chilean culture in one of South America’s most vibrant capitals

CIEE offers other programs at the same location that are not intended as a language intensive. If you wish to go as a non-Spanish learner, please connect with the Global Ed Office prior to applying. 

Academics

Upon arrival, students take a placement exam. Students who place below the advanced level may be required to enroll in an additional language course for advanced or intermediate composition. 

In general, students take a minimum of one required Spanish language course and four elective courses. These electives can include CIEE courses, regular university courses and any offered. Students eligible to do so must take one regular university course. 

Courses offered for non-Spanish speakers are limited. If you are interested in applying to study in Chile as a non-Spanish speaker, please email the Global Ed Office or make an advising appointment.

Cost

A semester in Chile with CIEE will have a cost similar to a semester on campus. Students will be charged Gordon’s cost of attendance and will retain their Gordon financial aid package, along with any applicable federal, state, and private aid. For more details, please review our tuition and financial aid page. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact the Global Education Office.

Covered: 

• Tuition and direct program costs
• Room and board (Note: meals are only covered when staying in a homestay, often breakfast and dinner)

Not covered: 

• Flights to and from the program
• Personal expenses
• Local travel
• Course material

Application Procedure & Deadlines

All Gordon students applying to this program must first submit an online seat application to the Global Education Office before applying directly to your program. Seat applications for the Fall semester must be submitted to the GEO by February 15. The following Spring semester seat applications are due April 15. 

After the Global Education Office has notified you of your approval, you may then proceed with CIEE's application. See your specific CIEE program's website for more information on applications and deadlines.