VENUSA College

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The charming city of Merida is nestled at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, deep in the heart of the Venezuelan Andes. In the lush surrounding valley, grows sugar cane, bananas, palms, and a profusion of flowers. Merida exudes the colonial charm of an old Spanish town enhanced by the vigor of student activity from the University. Merida is the home of the world's longest and highest cable car ride which soars to almost 16,000 feet, known as "La Cuidad de los Caballeros." Merida offers you a chance to experience authentic Venezuelan lifestyles and culture in an area unspoiled by the onslaught of tourism. While abroad, you are enrolled at the VENUSA College, Educational Center of International Studies and Modern Languages in Merida, Venezuela with the goal of providing you with the first-hand knowledge of the social, political and economic realities of Latin America. The program is designed to bring fresh perspectives to career choices.

City, Country	Merida, Venezuela
Session	Semester, Summer, Academic Year
Dates	Summer Session A 2009 Mon. May 18 - Mon. June 29, 2009 (arrival date into Merida / departure date from Merida) Summer Session B 2009 Mon. June 29 - Mon. August 10, 2009 (arrival date into Merida / departure date from Merida) Summer Session A & B 2009 Mon. May 18 - Mon. August 10, 2009 (arrival date into Merida / departure date from Merida) Fall Semester 2009 Mon. August 17, 2009 - Fri. November 27, 2009 (arrival date into Merida / departure date from Merida) Spring Semester 2010 Mon. January 18, 2010 - Fri. April 30, 2010 (arrival date into Merida / departure date from Merida) Academic Year 2009-10 Mon. August 17, 2009 - Fri. April 30, 2010 (arrival date into Merida / departure date from Merida)
Requirements	2.5 GPA
Application Deadline	Fall Admission: May 1 Spring Admission: October 15 Summer Admission: March 15 A non-refundable $20 application fee must be included with the application. Cash or a check, made payable to SUNY Cortland, are both acceptable forms of payment.
Travel Information	Participants make own travel arrangements.
Program Costs	Spring 2009 New York Resident Budget Summer 2009 New York Resident Budget Summer 2009 Out-of-State Budget Fall 2009 New York Resident Budget Fall 2009 Out-of-State Budget
Program Course Information	Ten Week Semester Option (12 credits): The 10-week semester begins five weeks later than the 15-week semester and is more intense. Students take 3 hours of Spanish language in addition to two additional classes, Monday - Thursday. Beginning and intermediate level Spanish students take International Business and Cross Cultural Communications, taught in English, as the additional two classes. Advanced level students take a literature and Latin American Studies class, taught in Spanish, as the additional two classes. Fifteen Week Semester Option (12-15 credits): Students choosing the 15-week semester choose from a wide range of courses taught in Spanish. A limited number are offered in English. Classes are held Monday - Thursday. Human Service internships are available to students who are fluent in Spanish. Summer Semester: 6 credits
Accommodations	Host family
Host Website	VENUSA College Photo album