CIEE: Santiago - Liberal Arts, Dominican Republic
- Hosted at: Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra
- Location(s): Santiago / Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Raise your strong Spanish language skills to new heights while immersing yourself in the developing Caribbean nation of the Dominican Republic. Along with Spanish language classes, learn about the evolution of society, culture, economics, and poli... read more
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How can I possibly some this up... I learned some social dynamics/inequities have not only a local or national context, but also a global continuity. I learned that this world is a big, beautiful place absolutely worth exploring. I learned that human connection spans across borders and oceans and to be open to fully embracing a... Jehman W - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Learned a lot about Dominican and Haitian Culture. Improved my Spanish x100 while exploring a beautiful island. Learned a lot about my own culture and how it differed from others. Absolutely worthwhile! A student - Indiana University - Bloomington View Entire Review
I learned more spanish and a completely new culture. It was definitely worth while. Kimberly S - Trinity University View Entire Review
Absolutely. Again, this study abroad experience is great for students that are proactive and willing to work hard. I learned a lot through volunteering outside of school and engaging my host family. I hope to go back soon. Kathryn S - Trinity University View Entire Review
After this program, I can honestly say that I am graduating with a well-rounded Spanish language and cultural experience. Danyeal R - DePauw University View Entire Review
Personally, it made me realize just how much of a control freak I am. The Dominican Republic is not conducive to that way of being, and it has taught me patience like I never would have imagined. Academically and in terms of career goals, I now have a very clear idea of what I would like to do with myself after I graduate. Up... Daniel D - Clark University View Entire Review
It was amazing. I am a different person than when I left. Melissa A - Rice University View Entire Review
I learned a great deal about how history can shape people's interactions with one another. (Dominican-Haitian Relations). I felt it was worthwhile. Renata T E - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I got a chance to tutor elementary school children and it was great. It almost makes me want to switch from studying law to education. A student - Fordham University View Entire Review
I gained a deeper understanding of myself, my privilege, and my relationship to materialism. I began to grasp the complexity and difficulty of understanding and participating in a foreign culture. I also better understand the problems and benefits of service abroad. The experience was fully worthwhile A student - Fordham University View Entire Review
Yes. Because of my study abroad experience I now understand human rights from a completely different perspective. My life and my perspective on the world has been totally changed. Nancy M - Barnard College View Entire Review
I loved this program. I did not come into this program with the mindset of "hey I'm a junior in college let's go study abroad!" I came into this program with the mindset of therapy, recooperation, and self healing based on previous events that happened before I left for the DR. Because of this, I did not have a typical study abr... Ashley D - Clark University View Entire Review
The immersion, hands down. Classes were great and they definitely supported us in our field assignments, but the time we spent in our communities was invaluable. I don't know of many other programs where cultural immersion as academically and socially crucial as it was for us. We were and will always be outsiders in the Dominica... Juliana K - Clark University View Entire Review
Absolutely! I gained a new outlook not only on health care and public policy, but also on aspects of life we take for granted in the United States. Complete foreign language and culture immersion taught me to laugh at myself and maintain a sense of humor no matter what happened. Lastly, I made lifelong friends with Dominican stu... Nupur K - Rice University View Entire Review
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Raise your strong Spanish language skills to new heights while immersing yourself in the developing Caribbean nation of the Dominican Republic. Along with Spanish language classes, learn about the evolution of society, culture, economics, and politics of Hispaniola and the greater Hispanic Caribbean through liberal arts courses, in Spanish. Courses are taken at CIEE Santiago and our partner school Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM). All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
Language Requirement(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Latin American Studies
- Caribbean Studies
- Spanish Language, Literature
Minimum GPA:
2.5Website
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Qualifying programs: all summer, semester or year-long CIEE programs
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Current attendee at an MSI
$2,000 for semester, $1,000 for internship, $500 for summer
Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifcations.
$200
Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program. Pell-eligible; first-come, first-served.
$1,000
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Sustainability and the Environment, or Tropical Ecology and Conservation summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
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$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms for CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni.
10% discount
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Community and Public Health summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Enroll in more than one four-week summer session
20%
Federal Pell Grant-eligible students can receive a GAIN Travel Grant up to $1,000 when they complete their CIEE Scholarships and Grants application by our published deadlines. Gilman Scholarship applicants can receive a CIEE Go Global Grant AND a GAIN Travel Grant totally up to $4,000!
Up to $1,000 per student
CIEE offers substantial grants for students who choose our innovative Open Campus Block program. Available at 13 CIEE Global Institutes around the globe, Open Campus invites students across majors to study in up to three international locations in one semester.
Up to $3,000 per student
To increase access to study abroad by more students from Minority Serving Institutions (MSI), CIEE will cover 100% of program fees and travel costs for 10 students from 10 different MSIs to participate in an intensive 4-week, 3-credit summer study abroad program. To become a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow, students must be nominated and receive letters of recommendation.
100% of program fee and travel costs
Students who enroll in more than one four-week session receive a 20% discount off each additional session.
20% discount
Qualified applicants not chosen for a full fellowship are guaranteed a $1,500 program grant and possible university match, $3,000***
$1,500 per student
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