Chile: Universidad de los Andes

Introduction

Situated next to the Andes Mountains in the capital city of Chile, Santiago, University of Los Andes (UANDES) offers a variety of courses for students to study in English.

The campus combines modern architecture with green spaces for learning and extracurricular activities. There are many clubs to get involved in as well as many services provided by the international office.

Founded in 1989, the UANDES focuses on research, innovation, and development. The school’s 8,000 students can choose from 25 undergraduate and 73 graduate programs.

Location

The campus sits at the foothills of the Andes outside of metropolitan Santiago. As the largest city in Chile, Santiago acts as a cultural and political hub.

“It's a wonderful place for strolling, and each neighborhood has its unique flavor and tone. Head out for the day to take in the museums, grand architecture and pedestrian malls of the Centro, before an afternoon picnic in one of the gorgeous hillside parks that punctuate the city's landscape. Nightlife takes flight in the sidewalk eateries, cafes and beer halls of Barrios Brasil, Lastarria and Bellavista, while as you head east to well-heeled neighborhoods like Providencia and Las Condes, you'll find tiny restaurants and world-class hotels.” – Mark Johanson

Academics

UANDES offers 24 undergraduate programs with classes in English. There are over 8,000 students on campus. Class sizes are 18:1, similar to UNI and offer hands-on opportunities and research projects to join. Classes are offered in English so students do not need to know the language. UANDES is great for majors in: Business, Health, Communication, Education, Family Sciences, History, and the Humanities.

Students in Chile

Semester

Los Andes offers courses in Spanish and English.

The UANDES Business Exchange Semester is completely taught in English.

Students who apply to a regular exchange semester and whose native language is not Spanish should demonstrate an upper-intermediate level of Spanish. Classes are available in the fields of:

Health
- Dentistry
- Physiotherapy
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Occupational Therapy
- Obstetrics and Midwifery
- Speech therapy
Business and Administration
- Business and Economics
- Service Management
Engineering
- Civil
- Computer
- Industrial
- Environmental
Humanities
- Advertising
- Audiovisual Communication
- Education
- Family Services
- History
- Journalism
- Law
- Literature
- Philosophy

Summer Programs

Global Opportunities (GO UANDES) offers two summer programs. They offer an intensive Spanish language learning program for 4-weeks in July. Courses include an insight to Chilean and Latin American culture.

They also offer a business program in English. This program focuses on the Chilean Economy for 3-weeks in July-August. The GO UANDES programs unite students from different countries through classes, field trips, joint projects, and other activates.

Getting Involved

UANDES holds an orientation week prior to the start of classes. This includes a cultural trip and activities as well as a buddy program. This is a great chance for students to learn how to get involved. There is a student organization to integrate international students with Chilean and help them with their stay.

They also offer a wide range of sports, cultural, and entertainment activities through their Student Life Department. They also hold a farewell event at the end of the semester for international students.

Participant Info

Important information to review:

Review the roles of the Advisee and the Advisor under the main menu Get Started

Entry and Exit Requirements

Review and follow the travel recommendations of the CDC for Chile
Monitor appropriate websites for updates and information about COVID or other emergencies before departing and while in the destination country. The U.S. Embassy for Chile provides updates that can be found on their website

Housing & Meals

Los Andes does not offer on-campus housing, but there are many options outside of this. Students can list with a host family, in residences, or shared flats. Los Andes sends a list of recommended housing options to students once they are accepted to the program.

Host Family

Summer School

Global Opportunities (GO UANDES) has two summer programs. They offer an intensive Spanish language program for 4-weeks in July. Courses explore Chilean and Latin American culture. This is a 3 US credit program. Students can take A1, B1, or B2 level Spanish.

They also offer a business program taught in English. This program focuses on the Chilean Economy for 3-weeks in July-August. The program unites students from different countries through field trips, joint projects, and other activates. This is a 4 US credit program.

More information via their online brochures can be found on the 'ongoing programs' page.

This Summer Program Costs:

$4,079*

* estimated total cost of participation, actual amount depends on type of housing accommodation selected, actual airfare purchase price, personal spending habits, and other factors

summer_2020_los_andes_budget_detail.pdf

Cost of studying on-campus*

*per semester, estimated, will vary per person

Tuition & Fees:	$4,527
Room & Board:	$4,580
Books:	$400
Personal Expenses:	$878
Transportation:	$320
Total:	$10,705

Source: https://admissions.uni.edu/costs

PROGRAM COST COMPONENTS

Airfare

Your airfare may vary by airline choice, number of stopovers, choice of departure city, and actual travel dates.

Housing

Most programs include housing in the U-Bill section. When housing is not included, it will be displayed separately. Housing costs may include deposits, room upgrade charges, and special services fees.

U-Bill Charges

Includes core program costs such as tuition, mandatory fees, int'l health coverage, and many in-country costs for faculty led programs. Housing costs are often included here as well.

Day-to-Day Expenses

Typical costs include personal items, such as toiletries, as well as meals and public transportation when those costs are not included in the core program costs.

Program Costs