Cuzco, Peru
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Quick Facts
| Host Institution: | Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola - Semester and Summer programs |
| Eligibility Rules: | click here |
| Language/Academic Focus: | Courses available in Spanish and English. Subject areas include Spanish language, Peruvian culture, Literature, Biodiversity, Art, and Art History. (Click here for Course Offerings) |
| 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 Cuzco?
- Historic capital of the Inca Empire
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Easy access to Machu Picchu and Inca Trail
- Amazing location for those interested in archaeology
- Housing with a host family to improve your Spanish
- Small class sizes
City Description - Medium city of 350,000
Located in southeastern Peru near the Urubamba Valley of the miraculous Andes mountain range, Cuzco is the original home to the Inca Empire. The undisputed archeological capital of the Americas, Cuzco boasts some of the world's most impressive historical sites.
Start your adventure on the Inca Trail where you will be surrounded by a unique mixture of scenery including lush forests, subtropical jungles, and majestic mountains all while walking along ancient paths and ruins. Considered one of the best hiking trails in the world, this trail will lead you to the famous "Lost City" of Machu Picchu nestled high in the Andes Mountains.
Another archeological marvel is the Sacred Valley of the Incas which is located nearly 2000 ft below the level of Cuzco. This enchanted valley winds along both the Urubamba river and the Vilcanota river and is home to spectacular ruins and some of the most beautiful towns in Peru including Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros and Maras where you can enjoy the sacred agricultural land, buy handmade goods, or further fuel your adventurous side by kayaking, hang gliding, climbing, or horse back riding.
The city of Cuzco is full of life day and night. By day enjoy the charming streets surrounded by stone arches constructed by the Spaniards or seek out ancient treasures hidden within the colonial mansions and churches such as the Cathedral of Santo Domingo. At nightfall the city of Cuzco is beautifully lit up and alive with energy, music, and culture.
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.
Costs and Dates
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| Dates | Price | Application Deadline | Forms & Payment Deadline | Program Code | Apply Online |
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| Spring 2012 Jan. 18 – May 12 | $9,495 | Oct. 1, '11 | Oct. 15, '11 | CPSP | Click Here |
| Summer I 2012 May 22 - June 29 | $4,195 | April 15, '12 extended! | May 1, '12 | CPSUI | Click Here |
| Summer II 2012 July 3 - Aug. 11 | $4,195 | April 15, '12 extended! | May 1, '12 | CPSUII | Click Here |
| Fall 2012 Aug. 15 - Dec. 8 | $9,495 | June 1, '12 | June 15, '12 | CPF | Click Here |
What's Included - Cuzco
- ROOM & BOARD: Students can choose to live with a Peruvian host family (includes 3 meals a day and 1 load of laundry per week) OR in a residence hall (no meals included). Rooms are double occupancy.
- 1 OVERNIGHT EXCURSION & 2 DAY EXCURSIONS
- TUITION at the Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola.
- ACADEMIC CREDITS: Students who receive pre-approval from their home institution can transfer the credits they earn to their home institution. Possible number of semester credits: 12-15 per semester or 6 per summer session.
- 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.
- CELL PHONE: ASA provides one cell phone for each student. Students are responsible for the cost of the cell phone usage.
- INTERNET ACCESS at their host university.
- AIRPORT PICK-UP at Cuzco (CUZ) airport for students who arrive on the official arrival date by the designated time.
- MEDICAL INSURANCE: for a Description of Coverage, please visit our Information Library.
- SITE DIRECTOR: on-site to assist students with any academic or cultural difficulties they may encounter.
- PRE-DEPARTURE ONLINE VIDEO PROGRAM (semester programs only), PRE-DEPARTURE PACKET & ON-SITE ORIENTATION
Not Included:
- Airfare
- Books & materials
- 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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NOTE: If you need a "Costs of Attendance" budget for your financial aid office, or simply need more details about the additional costs listed above, please email chelsea(at)academicstudies.com.
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
