Spanish Immersion Programs

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires
• All Other Regions of Argentina: 
Bariloche

  Chile

• Santiago: 
Santiago

  Peru

• Cusco: 
Cusco
• Lima: 
Lima

Term: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter 
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks

Description: Our goal is to provide students with an unforgettable experience!

The structure of the classes that ECELA schools offers is both flexible and tuned to fit the student and his/her personal language needs.   

Our programs include group classes, private classes, and specialized courses that combine both private and group instruction.

All housing options are carefully selected and provide the students with a private or double room, kitchen access and comfortable surroundings. Living standards are high and all housing options are middle to upper - middle class Latin America scale.

We also believe that our students are not only here to learn Spanish but to be part of an exciting experience abroad. Keeping that in mind we always coordinate extra activities and weekend excursions!

Qualifications: Process:
Prior to arrival you will receive a list of possible volunteer areas. Student should select 3 options according to their interests. When the student arrives and begins studying we will arrange a visit to the selected organizations. It is up to the student to be approved by the organization of his/her choice; however we will help to the best of our abilities. We do not guarantee positions before arrival as students need to visit organizations beforehand.

Who can apply? All students enrolled in our Spanish immersion programs are eligible to participate in these programs. A minimum of 4 weeks of study is recommended. For complete beginners the minimum study period prior to volunteering is two months.

Minimum Level to Apply: None. Students of all levels of Spanish can apply.
Minimum level to start volunteer work: Low 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.

Minimum volunteer period: 4 weeks.
Accommodation: Optional host family or student apartment.
Locations: Santiago, Buenos Aires, Lima and Cusco

Cost in US$: 253 USD

- 1 week of group classes 20h/w with a native teacher
- Registration fee
- Students Book
- Free snacks during the breaks
- Access to computers with internet connection at the school and also wireless connection
- Free Tutorials
- Welcome and Farewell lunch

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 16-35

This Program is open to American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 6

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

ECELA Spanish Schools's Mission Statement: Our goal is to provide you with a learning experience of a life time. Our Spanish Program, accommodations, activities, excursions and ongoing support are always taken care of by the dedicated and friendly staff at ECELA.

Year Founded: 1999