“Through my IFSA program, I volunteered at a travel startup where I initiated and developed a six-month lesson plan for the first English teaching program in a Mayan community, created a cost plan for program volunteers, and translated itineraries.”
Application Deadline
WINTER : November 1
Min. gpa for consideration
2.00 GPA
Typical credit load
3 U.S. Semester Credit Hours
Housing
Apartments/Flat
Language of instruction
English
Language Prerequisite
Class taught in English. No Spanish required.
Academics at January in Mexico
Courses
Multicultural Psychology
(3 U.S. Semester Credit Hours)
Students in this class will place psychology from a global perspective, learn that cultural differences impact behavior, and explore through a cross-cultural approach those behaviors and mental processes that may be universal. In so doing, students will examine and critically analyze theories associated with multiculturalism and diversity.
The class will explore the ways in which psychology is socially constructed and will pay particular attention to the following factors as they influence human development: oppression, language, acculturation, economic concerns, racism and prejudice, sociopolitical factors, child-rearing practices, religious practices, family structure and dynamics, and cultural values and attitudes.
This will not be your average lecture course. It is an experiment, designed around learning experiences and opportunities instead of a textbook. The only way to learn is to participate and observe both the behavior of others and your own behavior and thoughts. This unique opportunity in Mexico will allow you to focus on your own culture in contrast to the cultures encountered in Mexico.
Experiential Learning
To make the most of your three weeks in Mérida, IFSA takes your learning outside the classroom with multiple co-curricular activities each week – designed to honor indigenous Mayan culture and engage with locals who champion increased visibility and resources for mental health challenges. These experiences may include:
- A visit to archaeological sites including Chichén Itzá, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
- A day trip to Yaxunah to learn about contemporary Mayan peoples and their cultural rituals.
- A guest lecture on health promotion and consumer awareness in Mexico.
- An interview with a social psychologist to learn about their applied community projects.
- A meeting with an educational organization that promotes mental health awareness in public schools.
Transcript
After you return to the U.S., IFSA will send an official Butler University transcript to your home university with your coursework converted to the U.S. credit system. You will also have access to an unofficial transcript in your IFSA Student Portal. The transcript reflects courses taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost.
Dates and Fees
Dates and fees
Program DatesProgram Start Date
December 28, 2020
Program End Date
January 16, 2021
Program dates are subject to change. Your IFSA Program Advisor will alert you when it is time to purchase your flights.
Program FeesTuition
$2,645
Housing
$650
Insurance
Included
Total Program Fee
$3,295
Tuition is inclusive of pre-arrival advising, orientation, co-curricular activities, on-site guidance, 24/7 emergency support, and post-program transcript. Students pay a $500 program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
Estimated Costs Airfare
$650
Meals
$275
Books and Supplies
$0
Local Transportation
$35
Visa
$0
Personal Expenses
$195
(Includes utilities, laundry, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Total Estimated Costs
$1,155
Program DatesProgram Start Date
Late December 2021
Program End Date
Mid-January 2022
Program dates are subject to change. Your IFSA Program Advisor will alert you when it is time to purchase your flights.
Program FeesTuition
-
Housing
-
Insurance
Included
Total Program Fee
Coming Soon!
Tuition is inclusive of pre-arrival advising, orientation, co-curricular activities, on-site guidance, 24/7 emergency support, and post-program transcript. Students pay a $500 program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
Estimated Costs Airfare
$650
Meals
$275
Books and Supplies
$0
Local Transportation
$35
Visa
$0
Personal Expenses
$195
(Includes utilities, laundry, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Total Estimated Costs
$1,155
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