Search results for: “peru”
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Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú Partnership
Keep an ear out for unfamiliar words as you explore—Peru is home to more than 90 indigenous languages. In this multicultural setting, you’ll take classes in Spanish on a modern, 100-acre campus at one of Latin America’s highest-ranking universities. See big-city contradictions up close as you dig into urban social, economic, and political issues through community…
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Peru
Accommodations and Accessibility Early planning is key. First, it’s important to know that options for accommodations vary by country, city, and university. This makes it important to share your requests for academic, mental health, diet, religious practices, housing, physical disabilities, and other accommodations early in the planning process. Connect with your IFSA Enrollment Counselor or…
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Peru, Biology and Biochemistry: Tips for Studying Abroad
STEM students have long been underrepresented in study abroad. Up until recently, students majoring in or studying science, math, or engineering were, for the majority, unable to participate in study abroad due to the nature of their course loads. STEM majors often have a specific track they need to follow, with courses specific to the department which need…
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Discovering Peru’s Diversity: My Semester Abroad Across Mountains, Deserts, and Rainforests
When I arrived in Lima, Peru, I was excited for a semester in a big city, improving my Spanish, eating delicious food, and dancing salsa. However, I did not know much about the country I had chosen to live in for the next few months, other than that it is famous for ceviche (a seafood dish) and Machu Picchu. Five months later, my study abroad experience…
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Study Abroad in Peru
Where Ancient Civilizations Meet Modern Energy From the Andes to the Amazon, Peru offers extraordinary landscapes, academic challenges, and unforgettable adventures. Explore archaeological wonders, trek through world-famous mountains, connect with Indigenous communities, and discover why Peru is one of South America’s most geographically and culturally diverse countries. Why study abroad in Peru? Education style. Universities…
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Navigating Public Transportation in Peru
With extreme informality, crowds, and countless unwritten rules, Lima’s public transportation system can be overwhelming for newcomers—and even for Limeños. Here’s what I’ve learned over the semester. Why the chaos? The majority of public transport vehicles in Lima operate informally despite sporting the patterned paint of one parent company. Because the law for vehicle standards…
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Studying in Lima as a Peruvian-American
Alex, a fellow IFSA Peru participant, is the daughter of Peruvian immigrants to the United States who spent several years in Lima as a young child. She chose study in Peru to fully assume her Peruvian identity and get to know her family’s origins. Two months in, she shared her reflections. Growing up Peruvian in…
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Living Gluten Free in Peru
For the past couple of months, Sophie has been adapting her gluten- and dairy- free lifestyle to Peru; one of the most food-focused countries in the world. Sophie has celiac disease and is lactose intolerance. In Lima there is increasing awareness of dietary restrictions and a growing market for gluten- and dairy-free products. However, it still hasn’t reached the…
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How To Navigate Course Enrollment in Peru
Now that you’ve made your decision to study abroad in Peru, you’re probably wondering about the classes that you’ll be able to take while you’re there. Maybe you need to fulfill some major requirements, gen-eds, or need to make sure that you’ll have enough credits to graduate on time. Unlike programs in other parts of…
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2027 January & Spring Programs: Applications Closing Soon
IFSA | September 9, 2026 Dreaming of studying abroad but wondering if you’ve missed the deadline to apply? Good news—there’s still time to apply! IFSA is accepting applications for January, Winter, and Spring 2027 programs, with opportunities to immerse yourself in a new culture and take specialized courses abroad. Applications are also open for IFSA’s…