Spanish Studies Program in Córdoba, Argentina
Providing unique learning experiences for North-American university students since 1969
Program Information
Spanish Studies program in Córdoba, Argentina is a great way to experience life at an Argentine university while immersing yourself in the local culture. This program is designed for the student that has completed one semester of intermediate college Spanish. Students will attend classes with other international students at the Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (UNC) through their international department, the Programa de Español y Cultural Latinoamericana(PECLA). In addition to living with a host family, Spanish Studies students will participate in a variety of cultural activities and excursions around Córdoba and beyond.
Why choose this program?
- Dedication to academic excellence
- Semesters begin with an intensive language period (Monday-Thursday)
- After the intensive period, classes generally meet Monday-Thursday, allowing for independent travel
- All courses are taught by Argentine university professors.
- Small class size for personalized attention
- 14-18 credits per semester (includes intensive language and culture course)*
- All students live with local host families.
- Excursions: immerse yourself in a culture while touring with a group you know
Requirements
- Prerequisite: successful completion of one semester of intermediate college Spanish or the equivalent, or native/near native speakers of Spanish
- Students must have a high school diploma and be at least 17 years of age in order to enroll at UNC.
- 2.75 GPA in Spanish language coursework
*Note: Students interested in completing an academic year in Argentina have three options: the American academic year (Fall to Spring), the Argentine academic year (Spring to Fall), or the American academic year plus an Independent Research Project during the January break.
Choose your term
Choose your courses
What are you spending your program fee on?
For a specific price for this program please reach out to us, as fees vary depending on the destination.
What does the program fee include?
Tuition
Double occupancy room & full board
Laundry
Overnight & local study visits & cultural activities
Orientation
Health Insurance
Spanish Studies transcript
Support of onsite staff
Special Dietary Needs
- Students with food allergies, intolerances, or other medical conditions that require a special diet may incur an extra fee to cover related dietary expenses. Please contact Spanish Studies for additional details.
All fees are in U.S. dollars and based on current exchange rates. Any considerable decrease in the value of the dollar will affect fees.
How much spending money should I budget for?
These costs are merely orientative*
Some students will spend more and others will spend less, of course. Consider your lifestyle and budget accordingly.
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Meet your Resident Director

This is a great moment to live an experience that you will keep in your heart, throughout your personal and academic life. I expect that students will open their minds and hearts to other forms of knowledge. While excellent academics is the main reason to study at Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, the richest aspect of your experience will be getting to know another culture – which I’m sure you will fall in love with!
Patricia Maqueda