Bolivia: Multiculturalism, Globalization & Social Change website  (map)

Sponsor: School for International Training (SIT)

Location: Cochabamba, Bolivia

Description: 

Students plan and execute an independent study project and take field-based, experiential program courses. Studies focus on how cultural processes, identities and resources determine who controls and benefits from development in Bolivia. Classes are taught in Spanish.

Terms: 

• Fall
• Winter/Spring

Requirements: 

• Spanish majors and minors must discuss their study abroad plans with a  departmental adviser.
• Review important information and advice about conducting Research Abroad.

Languages: Spanish

Language Requirements: 

1.5 years or the equivalent of recent Spanish and the ability to follow coursework in Spanish, as assessed by SIT.

Housing: 

Urban and rural home stays, hostels and hotels.

Program Costs: 

Estimated costs, Fall 2012
(See the program site for the most updated cost information.)

• Tuition: $15,039
• Room & board: $3,260
• SAAF: $2,400
• Transportation: $1,600
• Books & supplies: $125
• Personal expenses: $1,250
• HTH: $138
• Visa & fees: $225
• Total estimated costs: $24,037