NAU in Mexico

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The NAU in Mexico Program for Spanish gives students the opportunity to spend 3 weeks in the beautiful city of Mérida, in the Yucatán peninsula. Students take clases at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) and participate in various volunteer projects, allowing them to gain real-world experience while connecting directly with the local community. Students also visit important cultural sites such as Mayan ruins, museums, and indigenous villages.

July 23-August 15, 2020

Deadline to apply: March 2, 2020

Estimated cost: $2800 (airfare not included)

6 credits at SPA 300 or 400 level

Study at Universidad Nacional Autónomo de México (UNAM) Mérida campus

Requirements: completed SPA202 (or equivalent) and 2.5 minimum GPA

Volunteer in the local community

Take a course in Professional Spanish

Study culture, literature, and history

Progreso beach. A 30 minute bus ride from Mérida. Round trip fare is approximately $2 USD.

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