GEO Faculty-Led Programs in Santiago, Chile
About the site
- Business / Hospitality
- Climate and Sustainability
- Criminology / Law / Human Rights
- Journalism / Communications / Media Studies
- Topics in Latin American Culture and Society
Open to discussing other academic areas not listed.
- Program length abroad:
- 1 – 3 weeks
- Terms:
- January
- Spring Break
- Summer (May – July)
- Fall Break (November)
Site availability may depend on program dates and site capacity for the requested timeframe.
- Minimum students: 10
- Maximum students: 18
Santiago, Chile's vibrant capital, blends economic innovation, cultural richness, and striking natural landscapes. As a major center for business, finance, mining, and renewable energy, the city offers insight into key industries shaping Latin America. Its museums, historic neighborhoods, street art, and thriving culinary scene showcase both Chile’s heritage and contemporary culture. Nestled between the Andes Mountains and Chilean Coastal Range, Santiago also provides opportunities to explore sustainability, geography, and environmental issues while experiencing the region’s diverse traditions and way of life.
Program options and components
The following are sample logistics and services that can be incorporated into a Faculty-Led Program in Santiago, Chile.
Academic and co-curricular opportunities
- Classroom space is provided through USAC's host institution, Universidad Andrés Bello.
- Guest lectures or presenters.
- Co-curricular activities or visits related to academic area.
The Faculty-Led Program course is identified and taught by the institution’s faculty. The academic content, syllabus, and credit is determined by the institution. No USAC credit is given, and the cost of instruction is not included in the program.
Cultural immersion and site experiences
Local site activities
- Examples include:
- City tour
- Museum visit
- Visit to local markets
- Street art tour
- Local cuisine class
- Dance class
Day trips
- Examples include:
- Valparaíso and Viña del Mar
- Pomaire and Isla Negra
- Sewell Mining Town
- Various outdoor activities (i.e., hiking, white-water rafting)
Site logistics
- Student housing:
- Shared residence hall apartment
- Shared hotel room
- Program Leader housing:
- Single-occupancy residence hall apartment
- Single-occupancy hotel room
- Welcome and farewell meals
- Breakfast typically included with hotel only
- Additional group meals may be added upon request
- Local transit pass
- Private transportation for activities when local transit or walking is not feasible
- Group airport transfers available for arrival and departure
Service and activity availability vary and cannot be guaranteed. Final inclusions and costs are outlined in the official program proposal based on program length and selected components. All GEO Faculty-Led Programs include USAC site staff support, access to USAC's Health and Safety Team, and CISI insurance.