Program Site
Universidad de Belgrano is an urban university located in the capital city of Buenes Aires, Argentina. Argentina has become increasingly active in the global economy, and has recently presented itself as an ally of the United States. Belgrano itself is one of the most pleasant and safest residential neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. The university is large, both in population and geography.

Academic Program Highlights
The program combines intensive language instruction with liberal arts courses emphasizing economic and political history of Argentina, as well as Argentine and Latin American literature, media studies, the arts and intellectual thought. Students earn up to 18 credits per semester. The first four weeks of the semester will consists of intensive Spanish instruction. Students will then have the option of taking courses taught in English or courses taught in Spanish, plus a reinforcing Spanish class.

Program Duration
Early-July - Late-November (Fall)
Early-February - Late-June (Spring)

Application Deadlines*
May 1 (Fall)
November 15 Early November (Spring)

*Note: Contact Rio Salado College for exact dates.

Recommended Credits
18 credits

Transcripts
For all courses taken at the Universidad de Belgrano where there are equivalent courses in the MCCCD, the official record for those credits will be posted on the MCCCD, Rio Salado College, transcript.

Eligibility
This program is intended for students at all levels of Spanish, provided they are of sophomore through senior standing and have at least a 2.5 GPA, 2 letters of recommendation.

Student Life
Students have the option of a homestay or accommodations in private student residences. Several field trips will be arranged by program faculty when necessary. Students also have free access to a large sports complex. An International Club ("Club del Exterior") brings together international students with Universidad del Belgrano students who have returned from studying abroad. This will also give students the opportunity to participate in social activities. Tree tango lessons, an excellent acting and performing school, and an active choir are included among these activities.

Costs
The cost of a semester may vary as changes occur in the economies and currencies of the U.S. and Argentina. The factors listed below are used to calculate program costs.

  • Tuition at Rio Salado College (assessed according to the student's residency status).
  • Program costs in Argentina, including instruction, housing, application and orientation fees, insurance, books and field trips.
  • Transportation to Argentina.
Financial Aid
Any financial aid for which students are eligible during the course of their study at Rio Salado College, including Pell Grants, can be used toward the cost of the program in Argentina.

For More Information
Office of International Education
Rio Salado College
2323 W. 14th St.
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 517-8416
(480) 517-8849 Fax
Contact: Erma Abeyta, Director of International Programs
OIE@riomail.maricopa.edu