Study at Universidad Catolica de Uruguay

Montevideo is the capital of Uruguay, a port town on the Rio Plata. The city is also the capital of MERCOSUR and is mainly populated by European immigrants. It offers a rich climate, clean air, and is surrounded by an uninterrupted stretch of white sandy beach.

Universidad Catolica de Uruguay offers semester coursework for students interested in gaining Spanish language fluency as well as those who wish to enroll in courses with native Spanish speakers. A special program for international students offers courses in Uruguayan and Latin American history, Uruguyan literature, and Spanish language.

Program Highlights
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Universidad Catolica de Uruguay
City of Uruguay
Language of Instruction
Spanish
Term
Semester, full year
Semester I– February to July
Semester II– August to December
Specialties
Sociology, business, psychology, Uruguayan and Latin American history, Uruguayan literature, and Spanish language
Housing
Homestay or student residence
Visa Information
A visa is required for semester study in Uruguay. Click here for more information about visa requirements.
Eligibility
18 years old, minimum GPA of 2.75, completed 4 semesters of University-level Spanish with a B or better, and good academic and disciplinary standing at UM
Program type
TUITION-ONLY Exchange
Cost
Student fees are based on the cost of tuition at the University of Mississippi plus Study Abroad Fees. For the Spring 2007 semester, Mississippi residents were charged $3551 and non-residents were charged $6533. Please check the exchange information page for more information about what is included in a TUITION-ONLY Exchange.
Application
To apply for a semester or year at UCU students must complete the following two applications: