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  • Locations: Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: IES 
  • Restrictions: St. Olaf College applicants only
  • Budget Sheets: Fall, Spring
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Field of Study: Agriculture, Anthropology, Architecture, Business, Economics, Engineering, English, Environmental Studies, History, Interdisciplinary, International Relations, Internship, Latin American Studies, Law, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Service Learning/Volunteer, Sociology, Spanish Language of Instruction: Spanish
Class Eligibility (when program begins): 2) Sophomore, 3) Junior, 4) Senior Minimum GPA: 2.75
Department: OFFC Course Number: 231
Prerequisites: Five semesters of college Spanish Housing: Host Family, Residence Hall
Program Host: IES Program Advisor: Smith Center Advisor
Program Type: Provider Click here for a definition of this term Limited Enrollment: No
Language Requirement: Yes
Program Description:
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Buenos Aires, Argentina

Advanced Spanish Immersion

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About the Program

Buenos Aires will be your classroom. Specially designed for students with advanced Spanish language proficiency, our program allows you to build on your language skills as you immerse yourself in the culture of Argentina. Perfect your Spanish skills and make new friends while chatting with local students in between classes. Enjoy social events at the IES Abroad Buenos Aires Center with language partners and Argentine students.
 

What’s Included

Personal Advising: Your IES Abroad advisor is here to help you prepare for study abroad.

Health & Safety: Your health and safety abroad is our highest priority.

On-the-Ground Staff: Our on-site staff and faculty are here to support you.

Cultural Activities: Our field trips and cultural events help you discover the culture and traditions of your host country.

At a Glance

Credits: 15 to 19 per Semester

Visa Required: Yes

Housing: Homestay

Language of Instruction: English, Spanish

Language Prerequisites: 4 semesters of college-level Spanish; enrollment in a Spanish course in the last year

Part-Time Internship (Optional): Included in program fee

Scholarships & Aid

Our aid application allows you to apply online for nearly all of our scholarship and aid opportunities at once. With our High-Impact Aid Commitment we make sure that the most aid goes to students with the highest need. You can apply at any and we'll let you know your need-based aid status within five business days. Just make sure you meet the scholarship and aid application deadline for your term.

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Why IES Abroad

At IES Abroad, we're proud to be different. We can say that our academic standards are unmatched and our health and safety practices have set the standard for the field of study abroad. And all of that would be true.

But you know what really sets us apart? Our commitment to you.

As a not-for-profit study abroad and internship provider, you are our bottom line. Your success is our success. And in today’s world, that’s a pretty extraordinary thing.

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The IES Abroad Difference

Our mission is simple: to provide you with the best study abroad program possible—which includes the highest quality academic and cultural experiences.

Throughout your journey we're here to support you.

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Curious about the experience of fellow Oles on this program? 
  • Read blogs by Alia McLaughlin, a Political Science major and International Relations concentrator, studying at IES Buenos Aires - Advanced Spanish Immersion during Spring '24.
  • Read blogs by Charles Hammer, a Sociology Anthropology major, studying at IES Buenos Aires - Society and Culture during Fall '18.


Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Academic Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2026-2027 02/10/2026
03/04/2026 02/28/2026 06/27/2026
Fall 2026-2027 02/10/2026
03/04/2026 07/25/2026 11/21/2026

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This program is currently not accepting applications.