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San Juan, Puerto Rico (Outgoing Program)

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Minimum GPA: 3.0 Click here for a definition of this term Instruction Language: English, Spanish
Click here for a definition of this term Eligibility: Junior, Senior, Sophomore Target language: Spanish
Housing Options: Dormitory Maximum Credits Offered: 18
Click here for a definition of this term Majors: All majors
Program Description:

SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO Semester Program

This program is currently not accepting applications. The software for study abroad is being updated. Applications will be accepted again starting January 15, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact the CWIL office at abroad@saintmarys.edu.

The city of San Juan is the largest capital in the Caribbean and the cultural heart of Puerto Rico. Immerse yourself in the unique culture of the island, stroll along the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan, relax on over 300 Caribbean beaches, or explore the many natural wonders of this island, like the tropical rainforest right outside the city.

Saint Mary's College has an affiliation with Spanish Studies Abroad which oversees the Puerto Rico program. Students study at the Universidad del Sagrado Corazon in the heart of the city. The University of the Sacred Heart was founded in 1888 and is a Catholic, independent, co-educational and non-profit institution. The Universidad del Sagrado Corazon is based on the teachings and guidance in ecumenical mission of the Catholic Church, encourages and facilitates spiritual, moral, intellectual, social and physical integral development of their students. 

All programs require dual applications. The online application for fall and academic year terms to Saint Mary's College is due March 1st, with decisions announced by March 15th. Spring applications are due October 1st to Saint Mary's, with decisions announced October 15th. Accepted students should then complete the online application to our partner, Spanish Studies Abroad.

Students pay the standard Saint Mary's College tuition rate and a $1600 study abroad fee. Room and board rates will be slightly higher than if studying on the SMC campus. Additionally, each program has a standard accommodation package. If accommodations are elected that are not included in the standard package, room and board rates will be adjusted accordingly.

Most Saint Mary's College scholarships and financial aid can be applied to the semester or year in Puerto Rico but not the summer program. There are a few financial aid awards from Saint Mary's College that cannot be used while studying abroad, please check with the Office of Financial Aid about your specific aid eligibility.

All students who plan to study abroad are required to pay a $500 non-refundable deposit by April 30th (for Fall Semester) or November 30th (for Spring Semester). When abroad, the deposit will be applied to the student's overall study abroad balance.

The regular fall academic program in San Juan begins in mid-August and ends by late-December. The spring semester runs from late-January- late May. 
 

For more information on this program contact:

Rebecca Méndez
Assistant Director of International Programs
Center for Women's Intercultural Leadership
(574) 284-4740
rmendez@saintmarys.edu
 

Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.

This program is currently not accepting applications.