The capital of Chile, Santiago is conveniently located one hour west of the Andes Mountains and one hour east of the Pacific Ocean. The past decade's economic growth and investment have created a clean, modern city, while colonial charm and historic museums and monuments have remained preserved.

Santiago's modern subway system is both economic and efficient and, together with an extensive bus network and taxi supply, can quickly transport students to all parts of the city. At the foot of the Andes and only 100 km from the ocean, Santiago provides all of the big-city attractions of nightlife, culture, and fine restaurants while also serving as a convenient point for starting day or weekend trips to Chile's world-famous nature.

Also being at the geographical center of Chile, Santiago supplies direct flights and/or long-distance buses to all corners of the country. All of Chile's tourist locations are easily accessible from Santiago, by economical domestic flights, by rail, and by bus. An extremely friendly population, low cost of living, and great travel opportunities give students a unique experience in Chile.

Culture and Nightlife
Santiago's cosmopolitan area is home to 6 million people and supports many cultural and nocturnal opportunities - from theater to all night salsa clubs. A wide variety of activities to supplement your Spanish language course.

The school is centrally located five blocks from Plaza Italia in a quiet side street of the residential neighborhood Providencia. Restaurants, bar and cafes are nearby and the school is easy accessible by major bus routes and the Metro (Station: Manuel Montt).

Our Spanish language school partner has 18 classrooms, several bathrooms, common areas, an outdoor patio, a table tennis table, BBQ, a small library, computers with free internet connection and WIFI, free purified water, café and tea and break snacks. The maximum capacity is 140 students.

Our partner school is recognized for academic credit by Universidad Bolivariana (Chile) and Brookhaven College (USA)

The school uses their own text books developed by a team of our teachers. These learning materials are used for about half of the class, while the other half of the class is devoted to special class needs and the use of supplementary information such as selected audio, video, and “current affairs” materials. Every class is held in the classroom but for a change of pace, your class may occasionally take place outside of the school, at a cafe or a park for example, especially for those taking private lessons.

Details:

• 1 lesson = 50 min. of class teaching "face-to-face"
• Placement test upon arrival, including written and oral evaluation.
• Certification/diploma is given upon completion of course.
• Start dates every Monday, all year round
• Maximum 7 students per group class
• Learning material fee included in group courses

There are two class schedules for group one-to-one lessons. The assignment of a student´s shift takes place upon arrival after completion of the placement test:

• Morning: 9:00 - 12:50
• Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:50 

Details:

• 20 lessons per week
• Duration: 1-36 weeks
• All levels available
• Start dates every Monday, all year round (except holidays)
• Time Schedule: class sessions are in the morning from 9am – 12.50pm or in the afternoon from 2pm – 5.50 pm.

Details:

• Standard Course 20 lessons per week plus an additional 5 lessons One-to-One*
• Duration: 1-36 weeks
• All levels available
• Start dates every Monday, all year round (except holidays)
  
• Time Schedule: group sessions are in the morning from 9:00 - 12:50 + private lessons in the afternoon or group lessons in the afternoon from 14:00 - 17:50 and private lessons in the morning
• The course is ideal for students that want to focus on specific topics in additional one-to-one lessons*
  

Details:

• Standard Course 20 lessons per week plus an additional 10 lessons One-to-One*
• Duration: 1-36 weeks
• All levels available
• Start dates every Monday, all year round (except holidays)
• Time Schedule: group sessions are in the morning from 9:00 - 12:50 + private lessons in the afternoon or group lessons in the afternoon from 14:00 – 17:50 and private lessons in the morning
• The course is ideal for students that want to focus on specific topics in additional one-to-one lessons*
  

• One-to-one lessons only (min. 10 private lessons per week)
  
• One-to-one lessons combined with group lessons (min. 1 private lesson per week)
  

Details:

• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• All levels available
• Start dates every Monday, all year round (except holidays)
  
• Time Schedule: between 8 am and 8 pm
  
• The course is ideal for students that want to focus on specific topics in additional one-to-one lessons*
  

• May 25 (registration until April 20)
• Aug 24 (registration until July 27)
• Nov 9 (registration until Oct 5)

*Registration for the DELE exam is separate from registering for the language program

• Dele A1: $ 95 USD
• Dele A2: $ 120 USD
• Dele B1: $ 135 USD
• Dele B2: $ 160 USD
• Dele C1: $ 155 USD
• Dele C2: $ 175 USD

You choose the duration of your internship completely according to your schedule and your wishes (8 to 36 weeks). In order to have sufficient time to become familiar with the country and the people and to adjust to the language and to your internship position, the school recommends recommend you to allow at least two months for your internship.

Students will have their internship interview any time during the last two weeks of their Spanish program.

Requirements:

• 18+ year old
• High Schools Certificate
• Intermediate Spanish level
• Basic computer skill
• Applications must be completed at least two months prior to your program start

Full time volunteer work: min. 8 weeks: first 4 weeks Spanish course (choose any course) + min. of 4 weeks full-time volunteering afterwards
Part time volunteer work: min. 4 weeks: Spanish Standard course (20 lessons per week) + 20 lessons of volunteer work parallel to the course. You can continue with the same routine, or you can do your volunteer work full time after the 4 weeks of your Spanish program.

Prior to arrival you will receive a list of possible volunteer projects. Student should select 3 options according to their interests. When the student arrives and begins studying the school will arrange a visit to the selected organizations. It is up to the organization to approve a student. The school does not guarantee positions before arrival as students need to visit organizations beforehand.

• Minimum level to start volunteer work: Intermediate
• Application Program enrolment + resume + cover letter
• Application period 2 months prior volunteer work tentative start date
• Itinerary Varies per organization, some projects might be undertaken part time after class while others require full time commitment after student has finished language preparation.

Starting Dates: any Monday
Price: 4 weeks Spanish Course + Free volunteering placement

The program the school has developed for health-care professionals and students combines the regular Spanish immersion program with medical-specific Spanish and cultural training.

Students have Spanish lessons in the morning and the medical part in the afternoon or vice versa.

Clinical Shadowing: The main portion of the medical package is clinical shadowing in either a hospital or health clinic. Students can observe professionals interacting with patients in Spanish and observe the similarities and differences between these clinics and those in their home countries.

2 sessions per week of min. 1.30hs – max 4hs.

Many students also choose supplemental private Spanish lessons, in addition to the standard group course, to focus on particular needs or on "Medical Spanish" (such as role-playing).

Requirements:

• Student must dress appropriately for the environment and respect all the internal rules at the institution
• Short hair or well kept and tied back
• No piercing Application
• Intermediate Spanish level
• Application is due at least 2 months prior to the program start date incl. application form, resume, cover letter, transcript of the highest or current level of medical education completed, photocopy of your medical license
  

Price: 125 USD per week for 2 sessions of Clinical Shadowing + price of Spanish course

With Santiago sitting at the foot of the Andes, the capital city provides great access for local skiing and snowboarding opportunities. Nearby peaks rise to over 5,000 meters (19,000 feet), giving the city a remarkable backdrop.

The Chilean ski season runs from late June through September. Students may start classes on any Monday, from late June to September. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Ski season varies year to year with climate. The school reimburses students for ski portion of package in the event of a shortened season.

Package includes:

• Spanish Standard course
• Two weekly lift tickets
• Free round-trip transportation.
• TOTAL HOURS SPANISH: 20 group lessons per week

Price for Ski Package: 225 USD per week + price of Spanish course

Clearly visible and less than 100 km from Santiago, the nearby Andes mountains have peaks of over 6000m and provide world-class ski resorts plus horse-back riding, trekking, rafting, biking, and climbing.

Chile has maintained numerous national parks, giving vacationers snow-peaked volcanoes, unrivaled scenery of the lakes district, salt-water fjords, and spectacular geysers. Less than two hours west of Santiago lie many beaches, including the famous resort of Viña Del Mar.

Every Monday students receive a leaflet with the week's itinerary including details of cost, dates and itinerary. Costs vary from US$2 for transportation to $130 for a full weekend excursion.

The far south, in Chilean Patagonia, houses an area rich in marine life as whales, sea lions, and penguin colonies can be witnessed in this sparsely populated area.

Specific highlights include:

• Chile's port city of Valparaiso and nearby Isla Negra, home to Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda's most famous house.
• Weekend excursions in Chile include trips to the nearby mountains for white-water rafting .
• Santiago vineyard tours.
• School parties featuring regional cooking lessons and salsa practice

Special Activities

• Vineyard trips
• Pablo Neruda´s houses
• Kayak, rafting, trekking (all mountain sports)
• Beach trips
• Dance classes