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Advanced Argentine Immersion
Buenos Aires, Argentina
About the Program
You worked hard to hone those Spanish skills… now put them to use as you take class side-by-side with local students at the University of Belgrano. Designed for students at an advanced Spanish level and above, you’ll take courses alongside Argentine students for a truly integrated language experience. This program allows you to refine and cultivate your language skills while exploring a variety of subject areas, such as business, sciences, history, nutrition, design, political science, and Latin American and Argentine culture, to name just a few. An Early Start option allows you to hone your Spanish proficiency before your program starts.
Requirements
Overview
Buenos Aires
late Jan 2026 - mid Jul 2026
$16,995
18 - 21
Deadlines
10/15/25
11/15/25
Requirements
Eligibility
High School Graduate
2.5
Advanced And Above
Students must have completed at least 4 semesters of language at the college level and must demonstrate oral and written proficiency in foreign language.
Where You'll Study
Universidad de Belgrano
Since its founding in 1964, the Universidad de Belgrano (UB) has grown into one of Argentina's leading higher education institutions. This private university offers a range of courses to a culturally ...
Universidad de Belgrano
Since its founding in 1964, the Universidad de Belgrano (UB) has grown into one of Argentina's leading higher education institutions. This private university offers a range of courses to a culturally diverse population of more than 14,500 students. More than 900 international students participate in exchange programs through the Universidad de Belgrano each year.
Located in a distinguished residential area of the city of Buenos Aires, UB features modern facilities, computer labs, libraries, and cultural, artistic and athletic activities to complement academics.
UB faculty instruct through the Programa de Estudios Argentinos y Latinoamericanos and other UB departments. CEA CAPA students have access to the same university facilities as Argentine students, allowing you to fully appreciate UB student life. By sharing the university campus with local and other international students, you’ll have the opportunity to meet and interact with your peers.
Credit Transfer Information
Universidad de Belgrano utilizes a 45-minute contact hour whereas the United States higher education system utilizes a 50-minute contact hour. All Universidad de Belgrano courses represent the 45 contact hour amount and an estimated US credit calculation based on the contact hours. Credit transfer is ultimately determined by your home university. Please consult with an academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
Transcript Information
Students receive a transcript from Universidad de Belgrano upon successful completion of the program. Transcript includes the number of hours per week and the weeks in the semester so US colleges/universities may calculate the appropriate number of US credits they choose to award their students.
Accreditation
The Universidad de Belgrano is recognized by the Argentine Ministry of Public Education as a degree-granting institution of higher learning.
Grading
Grade conversions from CEA CAPA partner institutions abroad to a US grading scale are determined in consultation with our School of Record and benchmarked with other peer institutions in the field.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Classroom and Information
- Faculty from Universidad de Belgrano teach your language courses and electives.
- Periodic exams, homework assignments, and final exams will be administered.
- Attendance in all classes is mandatory and monitored by each professor.
- Teaching styles in Argentina may differ from those in the U.S. Be prepared to adapt to different classroom structures and coursework expectations.
- Class size ranges between 10 and 15 students for language courses and between 10 and 40 students for electives.
- You may attend class with international students from the U.S., Europe, Canada, and other parts of the world.
Amenities
Student Offices
Clubs & Organizations
Student Lounge
Study Room
Student Health Center
University Library
Computer Lab
Printing Facilities
Internet Access & Wi-Fi
Academic Advising
Tutoring
Language Learning Services
Language Exchange with Local Students
Student Sports Teams
Cultural Engagement
Dining Facilities
Bookstore
18-21
Credits
Program Structure & Courses
Enroll in 0-1 language course, 2-4 integrated elective courses, and 0-2 Latin American Studies courses. Language and elective courses meet for 30-90 contact hours/2-5 credits. Most courses are 60 contact hours/3 credits. If you choose the Early Start option, you’ll enroll in an additional language course that meets for 120 contact hours/6 credits. You may earn 12-15 credits (up to 300 contact hours); if you choose the Early Start option, you may earn 18-21 credits (up to 420 contact hours).
We’ll assess your Spanish language level before your program begins to ensure that you're in the right program for you. Final course registration takes place on-site. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. To ensure that you receive credit for your coursework, have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for Argentina. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
The University of Belgrano utilizes a 45-minute contact hour whereas the United States higher education system utilizes a 50-minute contact hour. All University of Belgrano courses represent the 45 contact hour amount and an estimated US credit calculation based on the contact hours. Each University of Belgrano transcript will include the number of hours per week and the weeks in the semester, so US universities may calculate the appropriate number of US credits for students.
Classes meet for 4 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Early Start language classes meet Monday-Friday for 25 hours per week. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled for Fridays. Integrated courses run through the end of the program, while Latin American Studies courses end about 1 month before the end of the program.We’ll assess your Spanish language level before your program begins to ensure that you're in the right program for you. Final course registration takes place on-site. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. To ensure that you receive credit for your coursework, have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for Argentina. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
Advanced And Above Course Structure
Courses
The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.
*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Spanish | 300 | Sp | 120 | 6 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Oral Conversation | 300 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Advanced Spanish A | 300 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Advanced Spanish B | 300 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teoría de la Comunicación | 100 | Sp | 75 | 4 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historia Política y Social Contemporánea I | 100 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introducción a las Relaciones Internacionales | 100 | Sp | 75 | 4 |
| Introducción a las Relaciones Públicas | 100 | Sp | 75 | 4 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administración de Recursos Humanos | 200 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Administracion General | 100 | Sp | 90 | 5 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comercialización | 100 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Elementos de Marketing | 200 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolución del Pensamiento Filosófico y Político I | 100 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sociología de la Cultura | 100 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teoría de la Traducción | 300 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arte argentino contemporáneo * | 300 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Business in Latin America | 300 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cultura Popular Argentina | 200 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Estudios Culturales Latinoamericanos | 200 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Human Rights and Cultural Representations * | 400 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Latin America in a Global Economy * | 400 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Tango: Identidad Cultural y Sociedad Argentina | 300 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentine Economy | 300 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cine latinoamericano * | 200 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Latin American Film, Literature & Visual Culture | 400 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gender History in Latin America * | 300 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. - Latin America Relations * | 300 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Political and Social Change in Latin America * | 300 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Español en el servicio a la comunidad | 300 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Latin American Cultures and Civilizations | 300 | En | 60 | 3 |
| Literatura argentina | 300 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Literatura Latinoamericana | 300 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
| Prácticas para la Enseñanza del Español como Segunda Lengua | 400 | Sp | 45 | 3 |
| Sociolinguística | 300 | Sp | 60 | 3 |
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Where You'll Stay
*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.
Apartment
Available:
Semester
Summer
Summer
All CEA CAPA students studying in Buenos Aires have the option of living in apartments while abroad. Generally located in downtown Palermo or Belgrano, or Recoleta/Barrio Norte neighborhoods these apartments cater to independent, do-it-yourself students who want to experience Buenos Aires as a local apartment-dweller would. Apartments vary in age, décor and size, from studio apartments to two bedrooms. So whip up some homemade empanadas in your fully equipped kitchen, crack open your window, and watch the Argentine world unfold before your eyes.
Typical Commute
- CEA CAPA Buenos Aires Center: Around 30 minutes by bus/metro
- Universidad de Belgrano: Around 30 minutes by bus/metro
- Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires: Around 30 minutes by bus/metro
Meals Included
- Not Available
Roommates
- 1-2 students per room
- 2-4 students per apartment
Unit Amenities
- Shared kitchenette
- Shared-co-ed bathroom
- Bed linens included
- Towels included
- Internet access
- Central heating or space heaters
- Fans provided or air conditioning
Additional Fees
This housing option may carry a supplemental fee which may vary based on housing inclusions (i.e. meals, amenities, etc.) as well as program length. Exact amount will be confirmed on the housing application form.
- Summer (private room): $400 - $1,000
- Semester (private room): $800 - $2,300
- Shared room: No additional fee
Homestay
Available:
Semester
Summer
Summer
Experience Buenos Aires’ vibrant culture while living in a homestay. CEA CAPA homestays usually have one host mom - or a couple - who loves to have international students around. For the students who want to live life abroad in a local and international environment - usually with other students - the homestay is great, because it can give you the locals' insight into the city.
Typical Commute
- CEA CAPA Buenos Aires Center: Around 30 minutes by bus/metro
- Universidad de Belgrano: Around 30 minutes by bus/metro
- Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires: Around 30 minutes by bus/metro
Meals Included
- Breakfast included from Monday – Saturday
- Dinner included from Sunday – Thursday
Roommates
- 1-2 students per room
- 1-4 students per Homestay
Unit Amenities
- Limited kitchen access
- Shared-co-ed bathroom
- Bed linens included
- Towels included
- Internet access
- Central heating or space heaters
- Fans provided or air conditioning
Additional Fees
This housing option may carry a supplemental fee which may vary based on housing inclusions (i.e. meals, amenities, etc.) as well as program length. Exact amount will be confirmed on the housing application form.
- Summer (private room): $300 - $1,000
- Semester (private room): $600 - 1,700
- Shared room: No additional fee
Excursions
Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.
What's Included in your Program
From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Buenos Aires. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.
- Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
- Visa & Immigration Advising
- Financial Advising
- Tuition and Registration
- Airport Pick-up
- Onsite Orientation
- Onsite Staff Support
- 24/7 Emergency Assistance
- Travel Medical Insurance
- International Emergency Service Support
- Welcome & Farewell Events
- Centrally Located Housing
- Wellness Activities
- Cultural Engagement
- Language Exchanges
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Excursions
- Host Institution Services & Amenities
- Career & Re-entry Workshop
- Official Transcript(s)
- Neighborhood Walking Tour
Sample Calendar
The calendar for this program is coming soon; please check back later.
Sample Budget
The sample budget is unavailable at this time. Please check back later or ask your CEA CAPA Admissions Counselor/Site Specialist for a comparable program's sample budget.