Summer Semester in Peru
Peru
Term: Summer
Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: June 6 to July 4, July 4 to August 1
Description:
Marvel at the mysteries of Peru's Incan past, master your Spanish while you work on your salsa moves, and earn credits in art, history and development courses while you contribute to community development projects during ProPeru and Jacksonville University's unique summer semester. Homestay accommodations, intensive Spanish language classes, and cultural/adventure excursions further facilitate improved fluency and full immersion in the richness of Peruvian life. The perfect blend of academics, service work and adventure assures your summer in Peru will be anything but boring! Programs are highly supported by an onsite staff team and welcoming community partners. ProWorld, founded in 1998, is a true leader in the fields of study abroad and international development. Your program includes: meaningful volunteer projects, Spanish and academic classes, home stay family living, weekly adventures and 6 semester credits. Apply early to secure your position!
Highlights:
Real projects...real experience! ProWorld's summer semester abroad provides a unique blend of service projects, field research, academic courses, and cultural activities. Community development projects, field work, and adventure activities complement classes, creating an integrated program understanding and a rewarding study abroad experience. Excursions include: weekly adventure and cultural activities, tour of the Sacred Valley and Incan ruins, remote community cultural events and major Incan Ruins around Cusco expedition. Take the time to also watch the sun rise over Machu Picchu! Adventures combined with cultural excursions and productive volunteer work form a comprehensive and unique experience.
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
Qualifications:
All participants must have an adventurous spirit. The interests of participants and the needs of the local community determine development projects.
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Subject Areas :
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- Culture
- Environmental Studies
- History
- Literature
- Sociology
- Spanish
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Cost in US$: 3,895 USD per session, 7,390 USD for both sessions
Cost Include Description:
- Intensive group orientation
- 6 semester credits, fees, & transcripts from JU
- Academic classes four to five days a week
- Airport pick up in Cusco
- Full room and board with a local family
- Intensive Spanish Classes
- Funding of development project
- Visits to Archeological sites, weekend hikes, and cultural activities
- 24 hour emergency contact on site
- Regular staff check ins and access to ProPeru office in CuscoProgram fees do not include: international airfare, passport or visa fees, textbooks, insurance, independent travel during the program, or personal expenses. Program fees may change without notice due to currency exchanges and the unique nature of international travel.
Experience Required: no
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Volunteer Types :
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- building schools
- childcare/children
- community development
- conservation
- economic development
- environment
- gender issues
- grassroots organization
- health
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- health care
- health education
- nutrition
- organizational development
- orphans
- planting
- reforestation
- repairs
- restoration
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- tourism
- tree planting
- tutor
- volunteer management
- volunteering
- women
- youth
- youth development
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This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Peru
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Phone Interview
- Written Application
Post-Program Services Include:
- Alumni Network
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
- Job and Internship Network
ProWorld Service Corps's Mission Statement: The mission of ProWorld is to promote social and economic development, empower communities, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens.
ProWorld offers 2-26 week internship, volunteer, and study abroad programs in Peru, Mexico, Belize, India, Thailand, Brazil and Ghana. All programs are based on hands-on, community-driven development projects.
We believe that within every project decision and every community interaction there exists the opportunity for ProWorld staff and volunteers to strengthen our mission and practice our core values: commitment, integrity, vision, sustainability, compassion, and success.
Year Founded: 1998
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