Location | Academics | Housing | Dates/Deadlines | Program Costs | Eligibility/How To Apply

ISEP ITESO Campus Guadalajara, Mexico - Academic Year Programs

Location

Guadalajara, the second largest city in Mexico, is the capital of the state of Jalisco. It is considered a major industrial, commercial and financial center for western and central Mexico. It is the Mexican Silicon Valley. At the same time, Guadalajara has retained the charm of its past and boasts a wealth of colonial architecture and important cultural centers, such as the Degollado Theater and the Cabañas Institute. The city is known for its clear, sunny weather, with an average temperature of 55 degrees in winter and 89 degrees in summer.

University Profile: Insituto Technológico y de Estudios Superiores de Occidente

ITESO, founded in 1957, is administered by the Jesuits and characterized by its Christian tradition, humanistic style of education and social consciousness. Its campus, located outside of town away from the busy city, is surrounded by mountains, well-kept gardens and eucalyptus trees that bloom year round. Facilities include soccer fields, basketball and volleyball courts, two cafeterias, a gymnasium, a library, a small chapel and two outdoor stages. In addition, there are chemistry and photography labs, a computer center, radio and television equipment and a small observatory. There are also extra curricular activities like guitar classes, aerobics, tae kwon do, performance (theater), and folk music at no extra cost. ITESO is a member of the universal communications systems, Internet and Bitnet. Total enrollment: 8,700.

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Academic Departments

Classes Offered

Students may take direct enrollment classes (regular university classes) for which they meet the prerequisites. Students can participate in community projects in several fields, or internships in the local industry. ITESO's reputation as one of the strongest academic institutes in Guadalajara is due primarily to the quality of its architecture and engineering schools, as well as the social sciences research centers.

All instruction is in Spanish. No pre-session intensive Spanish courses are offered at the institution, but they can be arranged in summer school. Language skills should be above the intermediate level in conversation, reading and writing. A minimum of five semesters of university-level Spanish language study is recommended.

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Housing

No housing is available on campus; housing for ISEP participants will be arranged with families in Guadalajara. Twenty meals a week will be provided. Arrangements for married students can be made.

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Program Dates & Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester: (August 08, 2007 - December 2, 2007)
  • Application Deadline: January 15 (priority deadline)
• Spring Semester: (January 9, 2008 - May 14, 2008)
  • Application Deadline: August 15 (priority deadline)

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Program Costs

Program Fees:

• The program fee for the ISEP program in Guadalajara, Mexico is $6300

Program fees include:

• Tuition
• Housing
• Meals
• On-site and U.S. based staff support

Sample Program Budget

See our What Does It Cost page for more information on fees & deposits you may be responsible for.

Financial Aid

Most forms of financial aid and scholarships apply to the cost of study abroad programs. Students should consult with a financial aid counselor at their home campus for specific information about awards and eligibility. You can also visit our What Does it Cost web page.

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Eligibility

• Minimum GPA: 2.75
• Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
• Language Requirement: 2.5 years college or equiv.
• Good academic standing
• No current disciplinary record
• An interview may be required

How to Apply

Before you begin your application, we highly recommend that you see a study abroad advisor to ensure that you have all the information you need about program logistics and eligibility. CWU students can call 963-3622 or drop by the International Center, Room 101 (across from L&L), to schedule an appointment.

• Apply Here

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More Information

Prices and dates are subject to change without notice. Contact Study Abroad & Exchange Programs for more information.

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