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CIEE Open Campus Block in Santiago, Chile (Outgoing Program) Print  Save  Share
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Academic Level: Junior, Senior, Sophomore Language(s) of Instruction: English, Other (non-English)
Housing Options: Homestay, Residence Hall Program Model: Partner Provider
Area(s) of Study: Anthropology, General Business, Internship, Other, Service Learning Minimum GPA: 2.50
Open to Non-UHCL Applicants: Yes
Program Description:

CIEE College Study Abroad

Open Campus Block

Santiago, Chile

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Program Overview

Your Open Campus Block in Santiago places you in a dynamic capital framed by the Andes Mountains, known for its blend of urban energy, cultural traditions, and access to diverse natural landscapes, giving you the ability to tailor your experience to your academic interests and personal goals. You'll enroll in CIEE courses and online courses taught through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Extending your learning beyond classes, co-curricular and extracurricular experiences might include exploring historic neighborhoods like Lastarria and Bellavista, taking in sweeping views from Cerro San Cristóbal, and venturing beyond the city to nearby vineyards or the Pacific coast. Santiago offers a setting shaped by contrast, where modern city life, outdoor adventure, and regional traditions come together in distinctive ways.

Unique Experiences

Enjoy world-class museums

such as the Chilean National Museum of Fine Arts or the Human Rights Museum

Explore award-winning contemporary architecture

and enjoy breathtaking views of Santiago from the only Bahá'í temple in South America

Take a cable-cart ride in Parque Metropolitano

the 4th largest metropolitan park in the world

Learn More About Santiago

Your Destination

Santiago is Chile's dynamic capital, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. Spend 6-, 12-, or 18-weeks exploring Santiago's vibrant neighborhoods, thriving startup scene, and nearby natural wonders like the Andes Mountains and Cajón del Maipo. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Santiago is the perfect place to study abroad.

Your Destination
Housing

Housing

CIEE Santiago offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in?your home away from home. From homestays to residence halls, we will strive for your?accommodation preferences to be met. Homestays are ideal for students who wish to experience living with local families in apartments or houses. CIEE Santiago also offers non-homestay accommodations in residence halls for students who want to live with other Chilean and international students.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

  • Unmatched Flexibility: Spend one, two, or three consecutive 6-week blocks in the same host city or travel between cities for a comparative cultural experience.
  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE's global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
  • Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience.
  • Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit academic project that aligns with your goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements.

Activities

CIEE's excursions and cultural activities in Santiago will open doors for you to explore Chile's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

  • Join trekking and hiking activities, where you'll be amazed by the biodiversity and landscapes in the Andes
  • Participate in Chilean cuisine and crafts workshop in traditional locations like Pomaire or Curacavi
  • Immerse yourself in cultural activities such as visits to museums, craft fairs, and historic neighborhoods recognized as landmarks in Santiago

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Santiago: Study on the main campus of University Diego Portales (UDP), CIEE's partner institution, surrounded by the beauty of Cerro San Cristóbal Hill. CIEE Santiago boasts a student-friendly campus with spacious classrooms, a comfortable lounge, quiet study areas, and common spaces for coursework and socializing with fellow students.

Arizona State University (ASU):?Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Santiago's fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative work scene focuses on innovation, teamwork, and adapting to global trends. Key sectors include finance, tech, startups, mining, and agriculture. The city emphasizes sustainability and work-life balance within a modern, rapidly growing urban environment.

Industry options include:

  • Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
  • Business Management and Administration
  • Finance
  • Human Services
  • Marketing, Sales and Service
  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Learn More About Scholarships

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2027 11/01/2026 11/01/2026 01/05/2027 05/09/2027
Academic Year 2027-2028 04/15/2027 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Fall 2027 05/01/2027 05/01/2027 08/18/2027 09/27/2027

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.