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Is this program right for you?

This program is designed to help students with a strong command of the Spanish language and interest in social sciences and humanities gain an in-depth knowledge of Argentine and Spanish-speaking South American politics, economics, history, literature and society.

Program Snapshot

  • Unique CIEE courses about Latin American and Argentine issues at FLACSO
  • Facilitated course registration, academic writing workshops, tutorials to support students in direct enrollment courses, and a community service seminar
  • CIEE trips to cultural destinations within Buenos Aires; an overnight excursion outside of Buenos Aires; an educational trip to Tilcara; and visits to museums, festivals, and soccer matches
  • Cultural immersion activities around a common theme with Argentine peers

Subject Areas

  • Anthropology
  • Business
  • Communications
  • Drama
  • Economics
  • Education
  • History
  • International Relations
  • Journalism
  • Literature
  • Multimedia
  • Music
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Public Administration
  • Sociology
  • Spanish Language
  • Visual & Performing Arts

About Buenos Aires

Founded in 1536, Argentina’s capital of Buenos Aires is often referred to as the Paris of Latin America. Within this immense, yet surprisingly navigable Latin American metropolis, elegant 19th Century buildings and café life offer glimpses of Europe and the Middle East. A vibrant port city, Buenos Aires is also the world’s leading Spanish language publishing center. With a population of 13 million, Buenos Aires offers its visitors the chance to experience the perpetual cultural intrigue that can only be found in a city of this size and prestige.

Where You'll Study

Facultad Latinoamericana de Ciencias Sociales (FLACSO-Argentina)

The Argentine branch of FLACSO hosts the CIEE Study Center in Buenos Aires. Founded in 1957 by UNESCO, the UN agency dedicated to education, culture, and science, FLACSO sponsors Latin America’s largest and most prestigious postgraduate teaching and research program in the social sciences. FLACSO-Argentina was established in 1974, and its faculty is associated with several local universities. Students take specially designed CIEE courses at FLACSO.

Pontificia Universidad Catolica (UCA)

CIEE students may register for courses within specific academic departments and faculties at UCA. Ranked among the nation’s top private universities, UCA is a mid-sized university with approximately 30,000 students. Course size is usually small, ranging from 10 to 30 students on average, although some lecture classes may be larger. Students who opt to take classes at UCA can also utilize its excellent, well-stocked library and access its computer terminals throughout campus.

Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA)

As Argentina’s preeminent national university,
UBA enrolls 350,000 students. CIEE students may take selected courses in the Facultad de Ciencias Económicas, the Facultad de Ciencias Sociales, and the Facultad de Filosofia y Letras. Students may also enroll in one two-credit art course at the Centro Cultural Ricardo Rojas, which is affiliated with UBA. This course must be in addition to the 15-credit semester minimum and is given on a pass/fail basis.

Instituto Universitario Nacional de Arte (IUNA)

CIEE participants may enroll at IUNA in a wide range of courses in the arts. Enrollment in these courses is contingent upon students having already completed prerequisites in specific fields of art.

Thoughts From Abroad

Buenos Aires, capital de la República Argentina y el centro político del país, es una ciudad que cuenta con unos 13 millones de habítantes incluyendo el área metropolitana. Esta es una ciudad cosmopolita ya que ha recibido un gran flujo de inmigrantes que han ido dándole un carácter particular. Existen grandes parques que rodean la costa y se convierten en el pulmón verde de la ciudad. Esta es una ciudad que cuenta con muchas plazas, ferias artesanales y exhibiciones musicales y artísticas. La ciudad de Buenos Aires, tiene una vida cultural, social y política que vale la pena ser explorada y vivida.

— Andrea Rizzotti, Resident Director

Staff Bios

Andrea Rizzotti, Resident Director, supervises the administrative and academic aspects of the program. She has a Masters degree in Sociology from UBA and a Masters degree from FLACSO in Social Sciences and Public Health. Andrea’s academic interests include public health, gender and women, adolescents, and children and family. She has done consulting work and bi-national research between Argentina and Uruguay, focusing on community empowerment and social participation in dengue prevention and mosquito eradication in the region. Andrea has worked with CIEE since 1994.

Dr. Daniel Filmus, Academic Consultant, is a sociologist by profession and received his Ph.D. in Sociology from the Universidad de Belgrano. He has been the CIEE Academic Consultant in Buenos Aires for more than a decade, advising and supporting the academic program. Dr. Filmus is the former Director of FLASCO Argentina and served as Argentine Minister of Education from 2003 to 2006. Currently, Dr. Filmus is a Senator to the national government representing the city of Buenos Aires.

Carolina Alba Merlo, Associate Director, has worked with CIEE since 1996. Carolina works with the Resident Director to design, develop, and manage the program. She earned a B.A. in communications and social psychology at the Pichón Riviere College, and is currently obtaining a Masters in cognitive psychology and education, with her research interests focused on international education and adaptation processes.

Juan Mallea, Staff and Service-Learning Coordinator, has worked with CIEE since 1999. He supervises the student coordinators and works with students interested in the for-credit volunteer option. Juan has a B.A. in psychology from UBA and his academic interests include volunteer work, democracy, and public deliberation.

Vera Cerqueiras, Spanish Language Academic Coordinator, earned her B.A. in Literature and Linguistics from UBA and an M.A. from the Universidad de Barcelona in Spanish Teaching as a Second Language. She is currently pursuing her doctorate. Before joining CIEE, Vera worked as the Academic Coordinator of the Spanish as a Foreign Language Department at UBA.

Student Coordinators Melisa Wortman, Eugenia Perez Alzueta (Uke), and Leandro Gomez work with students on such issues as on-site housing and cultural activities.

Recommended Credit

semester: 15-23 semester/22.5-34.5 quarter hours
academic year: 30-46 semester/45-69 quarter hours

Eligibility Requirements

  • 2.75 GPA
  • 6 semesters of college-level Spanish or equivalent
  • Spanish language course within the past year recommended
  • College-level coursework in Latin American studies recommended

Program Dates

Fall 20097/23/2009 - 12/19/2009
Academic Year 2009-107/23/2009 - 7/18/2010
Spring 20102/25/2010 - 7/18/2010
Calendar Year 20102/25/2010 - TBA

Application Deadlines

Fall 20094/1/2009
Academic Year 2009-104/1/2009
Spring 201011/1/2009
Calendar Year 201011/1/2009

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Duration

Fall 200920 weeks
mid-July - mid-December
Academic Year 2009-1053 weeks
mid-July - mid-July
Spring 201020 weeks
mid-February - mid-July
Calendar Year 201039 weeks
mid-February - mid-December

CIEE Costs

CIEE program fees, inclusions, and estimated additional costs, are outlined below. Please note that CIEE reserves the right to adjust its fees in the event of significant change in exchange rates or other factors beyond its control. The actual cost of the programs may vary slightly for students from different institutions.

For comprehensive fee breakdowns and estimated additional costs, click the costs below:

  • Fall 2009 $13,500
    The CIEE fee includes tuition, housing, breakfast and one additional meal per day, optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, host institution identity card, admission fees to host university events, immersion activities including language partners, comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$8,926
    Housing and Two Meals Daily$4,500
    Medical Insurance$74
    Total$13,500

    The CIEE fee includes tuition, housing, breakfast and one additional meal per day, optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, host institution identity card, admission fees to host university events, immersion activities including language partners, comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,250
    Personal Expenses$1,800
    Books and Supplies$250
    Local Transportation$650
    Visa Fee*$350
    Additional Meals$1,250
    Total$5,550

    * Entrance, visa, notary and translation fees may range from $200-500.


  • Academic Year 2009-10 $24,300
    The CIEE fee includes tuition, housing, breakfast and one additional meal per day, optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, host institution identity card, admission fees to host university events, immersion activities including language partners, comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$15,226
    Housing and Two Meals Daily$9,000
    Medical Insurance$74
    Total$24,300

    The CIEE fee includes tuition, housing, breakfast and one additional meal per day, optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, host institution identity card, admission fees to host university events, immersion activities including language partners, comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,250
    Additional Meals$2,500
    Personal Expenses*$3,600
    Books and Supplies$500
    Local Transportation$1,300
    Visa Fee**$350
    Total$9,500

    *Academic year students following the July-July program are responsible for housing and meals during the December-March break. A minimum budget of $700 per month during this period is recommended. These costs are not included in the Estimated Additional Costs listed above.

    ** Entrance, visa, notary and translation fees may range from $200-500.


  • Spring 2010 $14,250
    The CIEE fee includes tuition, housing, breakfast and one additional meal per day, optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, host institution identity card, admission fees to host university events, immersion activities including language partners, comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$9,786
    Housing and Two Meals Daily$4,390
    Medical Insurance$74
    Total$14,250

    The CIEE fee includes tuition, housing, breakfast and one additional meal per day, optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, host institution identity card, admission fees to host university events, immersion activities including language partners, comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Local Transportation$650
    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,750
    Additional Meals$1,250
    Books and Supplies $250
    Personal Expenses$1,800
    Visa Fee *$250
    Total$5,950

    * Entrance, visa, notary and translation fees may range from $200-400.


  • Calendar Year 2010 $27,100
    The CIEE fee includes tuition, housing, breakfast and one additional meal per day, optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, host institution identity card, admission fees to host university events, immersion activities including language partners, comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$18,246
    Housing and Two Meals Daily$8,780
    Medical Insurance$74
    Total$27,100

    The CIEE fee includes tuition, housing, breakfast and one additional meal per day, optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, host institution identity card, admission fees to host university events, immersion activities including language partners, comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Personal Expenses$3,600
    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,750
    Additional Meals$2,500
    Books and Supplies$500
    Local Transportation$1,300
    Visa Fee*$250
    Total$9,900

    *Entrance, visa, notary and translation fees may range from $200-400.


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