Semester Programs

UW-River Falls & Autonoma University of Guadalajara Exchange Program

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Location: Guadalajara, Mexico

Program Length: semester/year; summer

Housing: Home stay housing and board is arranged by UAG for $450 a month.

Language: Spanish and English

Coordinating University: UW-RF

Program Website:

Estimated Cost: Students pay UW-RF tuition and a $275 International Program Fee. Students are responsible for air, local transportation, books, personal spending money, insurance, and vacation expenses.

Financial Aid Available: yes

Application Deadlines:

Fall: November

Spring: April

Summer: April

Description: Want to improve your Spanish? Intensive Spanish courses are offered! The program contains seven levels. The basic levels are from one to four, and the advanced from five to seven. These courses are offered every four weeks. Students with considerable knowledge of Spanish (Level V or higher) are allowed to take classes other than Spanish.

The UAG is the oldest private university in Mexico and one of the most prestigious in Latin America; however, as old as it is the campus is quite modern. The central quadrangle is nicknamed "the little beach" as it is a common meeting place for students to chat and enjoy the sunny weather. Located in the northwest section of Guadalajara, approximately 25 minutes from the city center, the university's suburban location is ideal for students. Restaurants, cinemas and cafes are plentiful and are frequented by university students.