Quick Facts

Host Institution: Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola
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Credits: Students can earn 12-15 semester credits per semester..
Academic Focus:

Students studying at Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola in Lima can choose from a large number of courses, which are all taught in English. These courses are in the departments of Business Administration, Entrepreneurship and Business Development, Finance, Economics, International Business, International Relations, Environmental Management, Law, Marketing, Agro-Industrial Engineering and Agribusiness, Architecture and Urban Planning, Industrial and Commercial Engineering,Information Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering and Real Estate Development, Hospitality Management, Gastronomy and Restaurant Management, Tourism Management, Culinary Arts, Art and Design, Business Psychology, Communications and Spanish Language.

In addition to the courses taught in English, many of the courses are also taught in Spanish for those students who have an advanced level of Spanish fluency.
Curriculum: Semester students choose either 4 or 5 courses. An official transcript is issued by the Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, a fully accredited university in Peru.
Housing: Students can choose to live with a host family, which includes 3 meals per day, or in a residence hall where no meals are included.
Sample Excursions: Travel by train to Machu Picchu, the pre-Columbian Inca site that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built around 1450, it is the most familiar symbol of the Inca Empire.

 

Why Lima?

  • Large city with lots of things to do
  • Local beaches
  • Rich in history and culture
  • Filled with beautiful parks
  • Considered by many to be the culinary capital of South America
  • Small class sizes

City Description

The capital and largest city in Peru, Lima is located on the central western coast offering a multitude of adventures and majestic scenery to explore. Dating back 5000 years, Lima is an energetic city rich in history and culture making it Peru's cultural and business center.

Caught in a coastal fog known as the garua, Lima takes on a dreamlike appearance. It is perfect for the explorer who likes to visit ancient archaeological sites and pre-Columbian temples, bask in the sun on the white sand beaches, paddle out to catch some waves, or visit the giant sand dunes just south of the city. Lima also offers excellent museums exhibiting Peru's rich heritage such as the famous Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology and the Museum of the Republic.

Lima is also home to many beautiful parks. The Plaza Mayor is the main square in Lima and is considered the "heart of the city" full of Creole flair and beauty. With so many parks, museums, ruins, old mansions, and churches to explore the adventurer will never be bored in this "City of Kings".

At night, the peacefulness that was during the day transforms into a lively bohemian scene full of live music, dancing, and excitement. Enjoy a variety of music from salsa, to Argentina rock, to Latin, to Jazz. There is enough international flavor in this city to satisfy everyone's tastes!

Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola

The Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola is a bilingual university which has been graduating young entrepreneurs who contribute to the sustainable development of Peru for the past 11 years. The university was created as an innovative option in education, promoting entrepreneurship among the students. All courses are taught in English as the university believes that it will make their graduates better prepared for a competitive labor market.

The mission of the university is to produce humanistic, entrepreneurial, leading professionals who conduct research and contribute toward the sustainable development of Peruvian society.

The university has campuses in both Cuzco and Lima.

Course Offerings

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Costs and Dates

*NOTE: In addition to the ASA program price, students must pay a damage deposit of $250 at least one month prior to departure.

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Dates Price Application Deadline Forms & Payment Deadline Program Code Apply Online
Spring 2011 Semester – Mid Mar. – Mid July $9,495 Jan. 1, '11 Jan. 15, '11 LPS Click Here
Fall 2011 – Mid Aug. – Early Dec. $9,495 June 1, '11 June 15, '11 LPF Click Here

What's Included

  • ACADEMIC CREDITS: Students who receive pre-approval from their home institution can transfer the credits they earn in Cuzco to their home institution. It is possible to earn 12-15 semester credits per semester.

  • OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT: At the conclusion of the program, an official transcript from the Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola will be sent to your home institution.

  • ON-SITE DIRECTOR: ASA will have an on-site director to help students with any difficulties that they may encounter in Lima.

  • OVERNIGHT EXCURSIONS: ASA includes 1 weekend excursion with each of its Cuzco programs. All hotel accommodations, group ground transportation, and breakfasts are paid for by ASA.

  • DAY EXCURSIONS: ASA includes 2 day excursions with each of its semester and summer programs in Cuzco.

  • ENTRANCE FEES: ASA covers entrance fees to museums and other sites of interest on all organized excursions.

  • ROOM & BOARD: Students can choose to live with a host family or in a residence hall. There are no meals included in the residence hall, but 3 meals per day are included with the host family.

  • TUITION: The cost of each ASA program includes full tuition at the Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola..

  • AIRPORT PICK-UP: Group ground transportation is provided from the Lima airport for all students who arrive on the official arrival date, by the designated time. For details on when you should arrive in order to make the airport pick-up for your group, read our FAQs.

  • MEDICAL INSURANCE: Medical insurance is provided for the official period of the program. There is no deductible.

  • INTERNET ACCESS: All students will have free Internet access at their host institution. Students are encouraged to bring their laptops.

  • ORIENTATION: About a month before departure, students will receive our pre-departure orientation guide that tells you everything you need to know before you go. ASA also sends parents our Parent Guide to Study Abroad after the student has been accepted. Students will also participate in a detailed on-site orientation, upon arrival in their host country.

  • ISIC CARD: Students will receive an International Student ID Card along with their orientation guide. This card gives students discounts on travel, shopping, museums, and much more.

Not Included:

  • Airfare
  • Books for classes
  • Personal expenses
  • Local transportation
  • Student Visa
  • Meals for students who live in the residence hall
  • Meals on excursions. Breakfast is provided on overnight trips
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Program Calendar

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FAQs

If you have questions about HOW TO APPLY and make sure your credits transfer back to your home university, please CLICK HERE.

We encourage both prospective students and parents, as well as those who have already been accepted to an ASA program, to visit our INFORMATION LIBRARY. Here you will find tons of helpful info to help you know what to plan for and what to expect, such as:

  • ASA Guide to Study Abroad
  • Student Visa info
  • Medical Insurance info
  • Booking your flight
  • Financial Aid info