Argentina Study Abroad
Argentina: Society, Politics, and International Relations
June 16-July 11, 2025
LACC’s Society, Politics, and International Relations in Argentina study abroad program is an intensive four-week program designed to foster an understanding of Latin American international relations through the experience of living and studying in one of the most vibrant cosmopolitan cities in the Americas. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students (FIU and Non-FIU students), the program takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the region. Students register for two courses, International Relations of Latin America and History, Politics, Society and Culture of Argentina, for a total of 6 credits. Course requirements for undergraduate and graduate students vary accordingly. All classes are held in Buenos Aires. In addition to classroom instruction, students participate in field trips to various locations of cultural and/or historical importance throughout Buenos Aires.
LOCATION DESCRIPTION
Known as one of the world’s most beautiful cities and with a population of nearly 12 million inhabitants, Buenos Aires is a cosmopolitan, diverse and exciting destination. Students may explore the city’s rich cultural life through the varied neighborhoods, including the famed Europeanesque Recoleta, the theater district of Corrientes, the bustling Microcentro, trend-setting Palermo, historic San Telmo, and the immigrant enclaves of Once and La Boca, among others. Despite its size, the city is very accessible, pedestrian-friendly and generally safe. The months of June and July coincide with Argentina’s autumn; days are typically bright and crisp and the evenings are cool.
HOUSING
While in Buenos Aires, students live with Argentine families in the neighborhoods of La Recoleta, Palermo and Barrio Norte. Through their host families, students may experience Buenos Aires as a local, while benefiting from the opportunity to immerse themselves in Argentine culture and speak Spanish daily. The 2025 program will include homestay accommodations in the neighborhoods of La Recoleta, Palermo and Barrio Norte.
SEMESTER
Summer: B
DATES
June 16-July 11, 2025
COURSES & CREDITS
INR 3243 -International Relations of Latin America/ INR 4905 - Independent Studies
INR 5935-Topics in International Relations: IR of Latin America
LAS 3002-Argentine Politics, Society, History and Culture/ CPO 4930-Topics in Comparative Politics
LAS 5907-Argentine Politics, Society, History and Culture/ CPO 5934-Topics in Comparative Politics
The cost of the program is $1,600. The program cost includes: daily classes and all course materials, homestay accommodation, 2 meals a day (Breakfast and Dinner), welcome lunch, bus tour of Buenos Aires and guided site-visits to points of interest throughout the city, two tango classes, and pre-departure and in-country orientation sessions. In addition, students must cover the cost of the non-refundable Study Abroad Fee ($195), tuition (6 credits), airfare, local transportation and lunches.
Payment Dates
- Argentina Program fee- $1,600.00 (see table for deadlines)
Cancellation and/or Refund Policy
$300 deposit is non-refundable*
$195 OEA fee is non-refundable
All payments are non-refundable.For cancellation policy of FIU tuition and fees, please click here.
Level of Physical Activity
Participants concerned about the level of physical activity should contact the faculty director of the program.
APPLICATION THROUGH THE OFFICE OF STUDY ABROAD
- Office of Study Abroad Online Application- Apply here -Deadline March 15, 2025
Non-FIU students must apply to FIU as a Non-Degree seeking student as well.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
- LACC Latin American and Caribbean Study Abroad Scholarship - March 1st, 2025
- OSA Scholarship - March 6, 2025
- Gilman Scholarship Program - March 7, 2025
- Rupert L. Lyn Capstone Scholarship - Open to Global Learning Medallion students only
Excellence in Global Learning Medallion
The Argentina Study Abroad entirely fulfills the Capstone requirement, which is 1 of the 5 requirements for the Global Learning Medallion award.
Please click here for more information.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Kimberly Green Latin American and Caribbean Center
Carlos Tinoco, Academic Programs Coordinator
E: ctinoco@fiu.edu
T: 305-348-8412
Gabriela Hoberman, Ph.D. Faculty Director, Study Abroad Program-Argentina
T: 305-348-2894
E: ghoberma@fiu.edu
Scholarships available. Contact the FIU Office of Study Abroad for more information:
E: edabroad@fiu.edu Phone#: 305-348-1913
Note: FIU is not responsible for delays, changes in itinerary, changes in the content and cost of the program or other matters that are beyond their control.