Universidad de Diego Portales - Exchange

Universidad de Diego Portales, UDP, is located in the heart of Santiago, Chile, the capital of a country known for more than just its growing economy and lush vineyards. Travel from the snow-capped Andes Mountains to the rugged Pacific coastline in a matter of hours. Trek in the Atacama Desert, down to the glaciers of Torres del Paine, or wander among the markets and skyscrapers of downtown Santiago.

• Study Spanish at the Goethe Institute the month before UDP classes begin
• Build relationships with Chilean classmates and your carefully chosen host family
• Live in a diverse, thriving capital city
• Travel in a country known for unique natural beauty

QUALIFICATIONS

• Having completed 6 semesters of Spanish
• B or better in all Spanish courses
• 18 years old
• Minimum GPA of 2.75
• Good academic and disciplinary standing at UM

COURSES

Students will research and select courses from online departmental listings or the CFI offerings. Course offerings include the areas of communications, journalism, Latin American history, literature, and political science. The Study Abroad Office and student's advisor will assist the student in determining appropriate course equivalencies.

PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES

• Tuition
• Excursions sponsored by UDP
• On-site assistance from UDP's International Programs Office
• Health insurance for the dates of the program

PROGRAM FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Housing and meals
• Classes at the Goethe Institute
• Fee for housing arrangement and airport pick up
• University of Mississippi application fee
• Round-trip airfare
• Course materials
• Personal spending money
• Passport and visa fees

PASSPORTS AND VISAS

A passport is required for U.S. citizens traveling to Chile. A visa is also required for semester and all-year study.

INFORMATION REGARDING FINANCIAL AID, HEALTH INSURANCE, ORIENTATION, AND THE WITHDRAWAL & REFUND POLICY IS AVAILABLE ONLINE AND AT THE STUDY ABROAD OFFICE.

Note: The University reserves the right to adjust the cost should there be a significant fluctuation in the exchange rate. It also reserves the right to cancel any programs due to lack of participation or safety issues.