Latin America Scholarships and Savings
Take advantage of special savings for CIEE Study Abroad Programs in Latin America
CIEE Leading Change in Latin America
This year, CIEE is leading the world to Latin America through three bold initiatives:
- Recruiting 100 Latin American Student Fellows to receive a full semester scholarship and $2,000 living stipend to study abroad in Latin America,
- Reducing the cost of CIEE’s Open Campus Semester programs in Latin America to just $11,000, a savings of $5,500, and
- Reducing the cost of CIEE’s Summer Internship programs in Latin America to just $4,950, a savings of $2,500.
Learn more about how you can study or intern abroad in Latin America and fall in love with Latin culture, history, art and language.
The CIEE Leading Change in Latin America Student Fellowship
100 exceptional student influencers will be selected to spend a full semester abroad on one of CIEE’s Latin American semester programs. Each student will be awarded a full scholarship for the CIEE program fee and receive a $2,000 living stipend. Latin American Student Fellows will capture their life-changing experiences and share them with peers and the global community.
Choose from eligible semester programs in spring '26 in Buenos Aires, Argentina; São Paulo, Brazil; Santiago, Chile; Monteverde, Costa Rica; Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic; Mérida, Mexico; or San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Fall in Love with Latin America | Open Campus Fall ‘25 & Spring ‘26
Spend up to 18 weeks studying or interning abroad in Latin America for just $11,000 on one of CIEE’s Open Campus semester programs.
CIEE’s Fall in Love with Latin America scholarship provides a $5,500 award for any CIEE Open Campus semester program in fall ’25 or spring ‘26, including Buenos Aires, Argentina; Santiago, Chile; Monteverde, Costa Rica; or Mérida, Mexico.
No additional application is necessary; simply apply to one of these programs for fall ’25 or spring ‘26, enroll in three consecutive Open Campus Blocks in Latin America (in one location or multiple locations!), and your grant will automatically be applied!
Unlock Mérida Study Abroad on a Budget
CIEE is making living and learning in Mérida even more affordable with reduced costs on CIEE Mérida programs for 2025! If you've been dreaming of studying abroad on Mexico's picturesque Yucatán Peninsula, now's the time to apply!
CIEE SEMESTER PROGRAM IN MEXICO
| Program | Cost | Duration | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIEE Semester in Mérida | $9,950/semester | 12 weeks | 12-14 |
| CIEE Open Campus | $3,250/block (Enroll in 1-3 blocks) | 6 per block | 6 per block |
| CIEE Engineering, Technology + Sciences | $9,950/semester | 12 weeks | 12-14 |
| CIEE Liberal Arts | $9,950/semester | 18 weeks | 15-18 |
| CIEE Global Internship | $6,950/semester | 12 weeks | 6-9 |
| CIEE Intern + Study Abroad | $6,950/semester | 12 weeks | 9-12 |
CIEE SUMMER AND SHORT-TERM PROGRAMS IN MEXICO
| Program | Cost | Duration | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIEE Summer In Mérida | $3,000/session | 4 weeks | 3 |
| CIEE Summer STEM + Society | $3,500/block | 6 weeks | 6 |
| CIEE Summer Global Internship | $4,000 | 8 weeks | 6 |
| CIEE Summer Intern + Study Abroad | $3,500 | 6 weeks | 6 |
| CIEE January in Mérida | $2,500 | 3 weeks | 3 |
All CIEE Scholarships and Grants
Be sure to explore all CIEE Scholarships and Grants. CIEE awards millions of dollars annually for college study abroad programs. Our scholarships and grants cover need-based, merit-based, and program-specific opportunities for semester, summer, and quarter programs. Simply complete the Scholarships & Grants section of your application, and our team will award you with any CIEE funding you may be eligible for.
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EXPLORE CIEE FUNDING
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Terms & Conditions
The CIEE Leading Change in Latin America Student Fellowship gives 100 students a grant toward a CIEE semester program in Latin America, including program fees and a living stipend of $2,000. The award covers CIEE program fees but won't cover students' full cost to their home universities. Check with your institution for full fee details. Students must be nominated by their school to be considered for this award.
The See More, Save More in Latin America | Open Campus Block Fall 2025 & Spring 2026 savings will automatically be applied to CIEE program fees when a student enrolls in three consecutive fall 2025 or spring 2026 Open Campus Blocks in Buenos Aires, Argentina; Santiago, Chile; Monteverde, Costa Rica; or Yucatán, Mexico. Students receiving the savings will automatically receive a reduction of one-third on each Open Campus Block, totaling to a free Open Campus Block. This savings only applies to CIEE program fees. Please check with your home institution regarding their fee details.