IES Abroad: Santiago Summer - Health Studies
IES Abroad
Request Info
(For American Students)
Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Santiago is a sophisticated, modern city with a population of more than 6.6 million residents. It is also the capital of Chile, a country with one of the strongest and most diverse economies in South America. B... read more
All Reviews
As I look back on my trip, I realized that everything happened exactly the way it was supposed to be. Even through all of the smog it was refreshing and just what I needed. I don't regret anything that happened nor anything that did not happen, like toilet paper that could have been but was never there, or getting tear gassed ... Alexis T - Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis / IUPUI View Entire Review
I gained a better understanding of what it means to live as a minority as well as adapting to living in a large city. I learned how to be a more independent person that is capable of succeeding as an individual outside of my comfort zone. In general, I learned how to be a more easy going and relaxed person that can adapt to situ... Erin J - Hope College View Entire Review
I had traveled abroad before my experience in Chile, yet this trip opened my eyes even more to the world and was a humbling experience. I feel more confident in myself as well as stepping out into the world after college. Shereen A - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Absolutely. I had a blast. Also this experience will help me in my future nursing career (knowing spanish,etc.) Natalie Y - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I learned Spanish, learned how to travel, and gained a sense of adventure that will last me a lifetime. It was definitely worthwile. A student - Indiana University - Bloomington View Entire Review
One clear benefit was the improvement of my communication skill in Spanish and the comfort and confidence I gained in conversing with Chileans. I also really enjoyed the days in healthcare setting when we were able to get a sense of how things are operated and the discrepancy in care opportunities and setting for people of diff... Elizabeth S - Trinity University View Entire Review
LIFE-CHANGING. Rishi S - Indiana University - Bloomington View Entire Review
It was absolutely worthwhile and taught me much about myself and my own interests. However, it was not what I had expected and the program itself was not a good match for what I wanted. Jessa H - Trinity University View Entire Review
About
Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Santiago is a sophisticated, modern city with a population of more than 6.6 million residents. It is also the capital of Chile, a country with one of the strongest and most diverse economies in South America. Because Chile has a community-centered public health care system, studying in Santiago allows you to gain public health-related experience and an appreciation for culturally-based health care practices.
You participate in a Health Studies Program Seminar, while improving your communication skills through the Spanish for Health Care Practitioners course. All courses are conducted in Spanish and designed for students with advanced language skills. In addition, the program provides opportunities for holistic growth, including activities that will enhance your interpersonal and intercultural learning while in Chile.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Summer
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Health and Fitness
Minimum GPA:
2.75Website
Take me there!Statistics
Videos
.Featured IES Abroad Programs
We’d like to let you in on a little secret: Vienna is extraordinary. Quickly—gather your things and study ...
Think of your study abroad experience as a song—what will be the inspiration? See “The Last Supper,” one o...
Madrid is an ideal place to connect university studies to the city's business, culture, and politics. The ...
It is impossible to avoid the past in Rome. It eagerly waits for you around every corner, hoping to intrig...
