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NCSA Morelia, Mexico - Academic Year Programs

Location

Located in the beautiful central highlands of Mexico, Morelia is the capital of the state of Michoacán. It is considered by some to be one of the architectural gems of old Colonial Mexico. Its narrow downtown streets and quiet, comfortable neighborhoods form a welcoming community. Old stone plazas, decorative fountains, and churches located throughout the city are reminders of the region's rich history. Nonetheless, Morelia is also situated halfway between Mexico City and Guadalajara, and it is a deceptively bustling urban center. Residents enjoy all the comforts of city life in a provincial atmosphere. Musical performances, sporting events, museums, and art galleries give the city a lively array of cultural activities, mixing modern-day Mexico with timeless traditions of the past.

University Profile: Universidad Latina de America

Students participating in the Morelia program will attend classes at the Universidad Latina de America (UNLA). UNLA's campus is situated on the outskirts of the city, where students enjoy well-maintained facilities including a student cafeteria, an Internet-connected library, and expansive ecological walkways. The university is a small, liberal arts school of roughly 1,500 students, allowing U.S. students the opportunity to interact, on a daily basis, with other Mexican students.

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Academic Departments

Classes Offered

What is "migration studies?" As the lives of U.S. and Mexican citizens become increasingly interconnected, communities everywhere are faced with difficult social and economic challenges associated with population movement. In response to these challenges, selected U.S. universities have collaborated with the Universidad Latina de America (UNLA) in Mexico to develop an academic program which explores U.S-Mexican migration through a rotating variety of disciplines, called Migration Studies.

Migration Studies course work is specially designed for students seeking hands-on experience in working with Spanish-speaking populations, both in Mexico and in the U.S. It addresses a growing need for an education that prepares students to live and work in bicultural, bilingual communities. Language course work forms the backbone of every program, but Spanish classes are accompanied each term by selected Migration Studies offerings. Students training for careers in social service, health care administration, business, education or other related fields will find the Migration Studies curriculum to be both practical and applicable to the development of their personal and professional lives.

Excursions are an important cultural component of the program. Every effort is made to design excursions that make good use of the location and give students educational experiences outside of the classroom. General program excursions include one-day visits to sites of significant cultural and academic interest around Morelia, and weekend excursions to Mexico City and Guanajuato.

All students take Spanish language classes, which are worth 10 quarter credits. Students then select one or two additional courses. Students staying for both winter and spring quarters who have advanced language proficiency also have the option to take direct enrollment courses, regular university courses in Spanish.

For a list of courses and descriptions, please click here

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Housing

Students are placed either alone or with another student in homestay families throughout Morelia. Host families are pre-screened by UNLA's program coordinator and provide students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in Mexican culture. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided in the home.

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Program Dates & Application Deadlines

• Fall Quarter: ( September 6, 2008 - December 7, 2008)
  • Application Deadline: Deadline Extended- June 27, 2008
• Winter Quarter: (January 9, 2009 - March 22, 2009)
  • Application Deadline: October 1
• Spring Quarter: (March 28, 2009 - June 7, 2009)
  • Application Deadline: December 1

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Program Costs

Program Fees:

• The program fee for the NCSA program in Morelia, Mexico is $6075

Program fees include:

• Tuition and fees
• Housing
• Meals
• On-site and U.S. based staff support
• Insurance
• Credit transfer assistance
• Cultural activities
• International student ID card
• Course materials
• UNLA ID card

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: 2.5
• Minimum Class Standing: Sophomore
• 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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