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Spanish Language & Mexican Culture

by: Arcos Journeys Abroad

9.7 (83)Verified

Travel to the enchanting colonial city of Oaxaca, Mexico for an unforgettable Spanish immersion experience. Delve into the language and learn about Mexican culture in this activity-rich program. Take daily classes at the prestigious University of Oaxaca Language Department, located in the heart of Oaxaca’s colonial center. Choose from all levels of Spanish as well as from elective classes in Liter...

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Program Highlights

Improve your Spanish skills exponentially through daily Spanish classes at the University of Oaxaca.

Enjoy the incredible Oaxacan and Mexican cuisine through a traditional cooking class and home-cooked meals with your homestay.

Climb the pyramids of majestic Monte Alban, set high above Oaxaca overlooking the expansive central valleys.

Swim in the waters of Hierve el Agua mountain springs and take in the vistas.

Create and paint your own alebrije, the fantastical carved wooden animals Oaxaca is famous for.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Oaxaca, Mexico
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundTerms Available:
  • Summer
Cost Per Week$900-1250
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects:
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Culture
  • Film
  • History
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • American
  • Canadian
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Awards

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - High School AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - High School AbroadTop Rated High School Abroad Organization 2022Top Rated Organization 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.7

Total Reviews

83

Amazing learning experience!!

February 02, 2025by: Coco De Leon - United StatesProgram: Spanish Language & Mexican Culture
10

I learned SO much. The Spanish classes were great, very flexible, I had a really good experience with my teacher. I even skipped a level of Spanish at my high school. There was so much opportunity for practicing Spanish in day to day situations, and I really got to experience an entirely different culture and lifestyle from my own. Oaxaca is a beautiful city with so much to explore, and everyone I met was incredibly kind. Made some amazing friends there as well, I 100% recommend!

Spanish got much better

August 27, 2024by: Eli MathiasProgram: Spanish Language & Mexican Culture
8

My director was fun to be around, and nice. I liked every single meal I ate. The Spanish teachers were amazing, especially the Advanced 2 teachers. Great people, always kind and patient. I was good at Spanish, now I am much better. I encourage future students to apply to Arcos if you really want to learn Spanish.

Loved it!

August 27, 2024by: Jasmine ManuelProgram: Spanish Language & Mexican Culture
8

The Arcos directors are so nice and easy to talk to! I loved the fact that they always gave us little insights about things in Oaxaca from their knowledge and experiences and even shared a lot of interesting facts in the musuem tour. It shows how much they really want us to learn. I enjoyed the Mexican Short Stories elective class in Spanish at the university, as I felt I really learned from the class.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Oaxaca, Mexico

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Culture

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

  • American
  • Canadian
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Cost per week

$900-1250

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • Spanish

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Letters of Reference
  • Online Application
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Travel to the enchanting colonial city of Oaxaca, Mexico for an unforgettable Spanish immersion experience. Delve into the language and learn about Mexican culture in this activity-rich program. Take daily classes at the prestigious University of Oaxaca Language Department, located in the heart of Oaxaca’s colonial center. Choose from all levels of Spanish as well as from elective classes in Literature, History, Culture, and Fine Arts. The city itself is nestled in a valley surrounded by stunning mountains. Excursions to the Monte Alban archeological site, Hierve el Ague mountain springs, and to the surrounding Indigenous villages – such as Teotitlán del Valle, famous for its weaving traditions – are included. Volunteer to practice your Spanish skills and learn more about life in Oaxaca....

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