(2 campuses)

Mexico City (pop. 20 million)
http://www.udla.mx/2006/index.html

Puebla (pop. 2.2 million)
http://info.pue.udlap.mx/

Language of Instruction: Spanish and English

Academic year and semester exchanges

Profile: The Universidad de las Américas, A.C. (UDLA), is recognized both in Mexico and the United States therefore, after completion of studies Licenciatura students obtain also a Bachelor's Degree Diploma and Maestría students obtain a Master's Degree Diploma. As an integral part of UDLA's educational experience, the student development program contributes to the intellectual, social, moral, cultural and physical growth of students. UDLA offers an Academic Advising program delivered by full-time professors recognizing student's individual needs. A learning fostering ambiance is created by means of an Extracurricular Activities program that includes conferences, visits, practicum and off-classroom learning activities. Academic preparation is complemented with participation in Sport and Cultural activities. Professors delivering courses and giving academic advise are recognized by their high academic level. All professors have at least a Master's Degree and an important proportion holds a Doctorate degree. UDLA's professors shape a stable faculty body that allows close communication with students.

Locale: The original campus is in the heart of the "Zona Rosa" or exclusive upscale business and hotel district of Mexico City.

The Library assists the community in accessing learning resources and providing the necessary services to support UDLA'S academic programs. It houses a collection of over 40 000 volumes, subscribes to over 1 700 specialized journal titles in print, CD-ROM and Internet and offers video material from a catalogue of over 1 500 titles.

The Puebla campus is located on a former ranch just outside the city proper of Puebla. Many of the buildings were constructed in the early '70s through 80's and provide a wide variety of up to date computer labs, sport center, laboratories etc.

Divisions:

School of Social Sciences (EDCS)
Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology, Communications, Law, Economics, Innovative Education, Psychology, International Relations

School of Physical Sciences (EDEC)
Actuarial Science, Biology, Pharmaceutical Science, Physics, Mathematics, Mathematics and Economics, Chemistry,

School of Arts and Humanities (EDAH)
Architecture, Plastic Arts, Dance, Information Design, Art History, Humanities, Language and Applied Linguistics, Literature, Music, Theater

School of Engineering (EDEI)
Civil Engineering, Nutritional Engineering, Electronic and Computer Engineering, Electronic and Communications Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mecatronic Engineering, Chemical Engineering

Language Notes : Not all programs are offered in English. Consult the Education Abroad Office or the UDLA web site for up to date information on course offerings.

Exchange Dates: Early August to May, Early August to December or Mid-January to May.

http://latinamericanstudies.sdsu.edu/summerprograms.html
Oaxaca City, Oaxaca Mexico

Mixtec is an indigenous language of Mexico spoken by people living in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Puebla, many of whom have migrated and established communities throughout northern Mexico and the United States. This intensive program is taught by native Mixtec speakers and linguists, Juan Julian Caballero of the Centro de Investigaciones y Estudios Superiores en Antropología Social (CIESAS) and Marcos Cruz Bautista from Mexico's Universidad Pedagógica Nacional from the campus at Tlaxiaco, Oaxaca (UPN).

Both Professor Caballero and Bautista received training in ethnolinguistics and second language acquisition pedagogy from Mexico's Universidad Pedagógica Nacional (UPN) and CIESAS. The course includes four hours of classroom instruction, four days per week, and a minimum of two weekend field trips into the Mixteca. Local and visiting scholars whose research focuses on Mixtec culture and history conduct seminars each week. Additional field trips to market centers, archaeological sites, elementary and secondary schools, and other such locations where the language and culture can be experienced within the broader Oaxacan environment are also worked into the weekly schedule. Dr. Ramona Pérez, a Oaxacan scholar from the Department of Anthropology at SDSU coordinates the program in San Diego and Oaxaca.

One of the critical issues of Mixtec is the extreme variation that occurs within the language family. The Summer Intensive Language Program is focused on acquiring sufficient linguistic skills to communicate within the dialect taught in the classroom as well as establishing a foundation for understanding dialectic differences that one will encounter as they move among Mixtec speakers. The program is also designed to provide students with a deeper understanding of the interface between Mixtec culture and the broader mestizo culture of Oaxaca, grassroots movements to preserve Mixtec culture both within Oaxaca and among Mixtec communities in the US, and other such topics that will provide a foundation for understanding Mixtec language and culture. These courses are open to undergraduates, graduates, professors and independent scholars.

In addition to the normal program students who have participated in the Mixteco program in the past will be able to start ten days earlier so that they may gain additional experience working in the mixteco communities. These students can earn one additional credit.

This program meets the US Department of Education guidelines for Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) summer intensive language fellowships. Applications for this program may be obtained through the Center for Latin American Studies, San Diego State University. Please phone, email, or write to request application materials. This program is limited to 25 students. Early applications will be given priority.

UNIVERSIDAD IBEROAMERICANA TIJUANA
Contact studyabroad@sdsu.edu at the International Student Center for more information

Location: Tijuana , Mexico
Population: 1.2 million
Language of Instruction: Spanish

University International Office Website
Course descriptions

Profile: The Universidad Iberoamericana was originally created in Mexico City in 1943. The campus at Tijuana officially opened in 1982, with degrees in law, architecture, and graphic design. At the present time UIA offers 12 degree programs, 9 master's programs, 1 doctorate, the General Infirmary program and 5 specialties, as well as other courses. UIA also maintains academic relations with more than 1000 universities around the world.

Locale: World renowned as "the world's most visited border city", Tijuana invites you to discover and enjoy its extensive variety of attractions and activities. We assure you that in Tijuana you will find many interesting and entertaining places, from world-class restaurants, nightclub shows and discotheques to such tourist attractions as bull fights, golf courses, museums, and the Cultural Center . In addition, you'll find a wealth of Mexican handicrafts, rustic style furniture, clothing and many imported items.

Divisions:Undergraduate degrees are offered in Administration, Architecture, International Commerce and Customs, Communication, Law, Graphic Design, Nursing, Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Systems Engineering, and Nutrition and Food Science.

Graduate degrees are offered in International Administration, International Corporate Law, Human Development, Organizational Development, Public Administration, University Teaching, Urban Development, Direct Management of Educational Institutions, and Communication and Design.

A doctorate is offered in Education Sciences.

Academic Notes: We offer The Exchange Student Program for the 12 undergraduate career studies, eight graduate programs, and the Doctorate in Education. The language of  instruction is Spanish.

Language Notes: Classes at UIA Tijuana are generally taught in Spanish.

Room and Board: Ibero Tijuana will only provide off-campus housing advice. The student is responsible of securing his or her housing arrangements.

Exchange Dates: Fall Semester: August-December, Spring Semester: January-May

Special Conditions: N/A