ISEP Exchange: Valparaíso - Exchange Program at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso
- Hosted at: Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaiso
- Location(s): Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, Chile
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV), founded in 1928, has established itself as one of the most prestigious, traditional higher educational institutions in Chile. The student body numbers over 14,000 students. The PUCV facilit... read more
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I learned about the Chilean people, language, and overall culture and also I learned about myself as person. Chelsea Fischer - Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne / IPFW View Entire Review
Studying abroad really helped me realize what is important to me back home. Things I took for granted, things I held to too high esteem - it puts things in prospective. It also is something that teaches you about yourself and how you interact when speaking or cultural norms are completely different than what you're used to. I am... Morgan S - University of the Pacific View Entire Review
it was worthwhile in the sense that i learned how to live on my own, live on my own in a different language, budget successfully, master public transportation, travel internationally and navigate bus terminals/airports by myself...it was worthwhile for the skills in self-sufficiency and independence that i gained. however, i do ... student a - Hendrix College View Entire Review
I now understand myself, as an USA-ian, and why I do things the way I do, and why my culture is the way it is. Cultural insight both of your host country and home country was super influential for me. I now know myself. Karli D - University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse View Entire Review
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The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV), founded in 1928, has established itself as one of the most prestigious, traditional higher educational institutions in Chile. The student body numbers over 14,000 students. The PUCV facilities include a modern library system, sport centers, specialized laboratories, and recreational centers. The university runs a television channel, radio station, and film storehouse.
As international students at the PUCV, ISEP participants have access to primary health care services at no cost.
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