Program Overview

Application Process

LaGCC Chile Study Abroad students must complete applications and submit them to Professors Sternbach and Fernandez by July 16th, 2012 for the Fall II term. Completed application consists of: transcript, statement of purpose, three letters of academic recommendation, doctors medical certificate, signed code of conduct agreement, completed emergency card, photocopies of your passport and visa, and signed waiver. Visit the Apply page for more information.

Program Description

As a LaGuardia Community College Chile Study Abroad Student you will travel with Professor Scott Sternbach and Professor Hugo Fernandez that will include a tour of Patagonia and will include a visit to Santiago and locations in south/central Chile for four weeks. Chile students are now being considered for this journey too. During your stay in Chile, you will pay LaGCC tuition, remain matriculated at LaGCC and receive LaGCC credit for your classes, which allows you to maintain your complete financial aid package. Students enroll into two – three credit courses for both trips. With Professor Sternbach, you will be ta taking two photo courses. Orientation sessions will be held in Fall I 2012. Faculty will assist you in the registration process, as well as with all your administrative and academic concerns. The Office of International Connections will also serve as the liaison and aid with all concerns, such as visas, etc.

Locations

Santiago,Valparaiso, Patagonia, and Chile

Fields of Study

Photography and Sociology

Course List and Credits

For a list of courses visit LaGCC’s website of course listings at: http://web.laguardia.edu/schedules/. The Dean of the LaGCC determines the awarding of credit for courses taken by LaGCC students.

Calendar

Students may attend 1 semester:
1st term (Fall II term): January - February 2013.
Please view the LaGCC academic calendar here.

Note: International students attend a special program of orientation before classes begin. Orientation is a way for you to learn about the education and services offered by the university. You are encouraged to attend.

Costs

Overall cost approximately $2,500 for room and board, and supplies. The grant covers $2,600 of airfare, some local travel and insurance.  Entertainment/local travel: not included. Please note: figures listed are estimates only and subject to change.

Insurance

LaGCC requires that you have health insurance and accident coverage during your period of enrollment in the exchange program. All students admitted to the LaGCC Study Abroad Program who qualify will be provided with travel insurance.  You will receive further details about insurance in your admission materials.

Visa

A student visa is required for students who are United States citizens. Students who are not U.S.citizens should contact the nearest Consulate General of Chile to see whether or not a visa is necessary. Instructions for how to obtain a student visa can be found at the Consulate General of Chile’s website: http://www.chileny.com . You may also call 212-980-3366 or e-mail reception@chileny.com for further instructions. You must register with the Policia Internacional within 30 days of your arrival in Chile. Please contact us if you have any questions about the student visa application process.