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Mexico City, Mexico

Mexico City

Program Brochure

Contact the Program Director

Jaime H. Herrera

English Department
P: 480-461-7484
Office: LA3 - 1
herrera@mesacc.edu

 

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Program Location

One of the world's largest, oldest, and most fascinating cities, Mexico City is the heart of Mexican history, politics, and culture. The city was originally founded by the Mexicas (the Aztecs) in the 1300's as Tenochtitlan. It became the Mexican capital when Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821. With an urban population of 20-25 million, this modern city offers many varied activities and provides an important insight into Mexican history and culture.
 

Not Offered in 2013

Learn Mexican history from both a theoretical and practical perspective. Immerse yourself in the History of Mexico for the first 3 weeks with online coursework. For the final week of class, students embark together on a five day exploration of one of the world's largest and most exciting cities, where much of the history and culture of Mexico can best be seen and experienced: in Mexico City!

This is a Winter Intersession Program

Estimated Program Costs

  • Program Fees: $718 (includes hotel and daily breakfast)
  • Tuition: 3 credits
  • Registration Fee: $30
  • Airfare is NOT included (estimated at $650).
  • Includes roundtrip transportation to and from airport as well as local transportation in Mexico City.
  • Estimate for meal costs (lunch and dinner) is approximately $250.
  • You will want to bring spending money!

Mexico City Program Excursions

Enjoy tours of the Teotihuacan Pyramids(UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Palacio Nacional, the Museum of Anthropoloy, theTemplo Mayor Museum and the Basilica of the Virgin of Gualdalupe.

A cultural must is attending a performance of regional dance by Ballet Folklórico.

A special treat will include an evening of Lucha Libre, a cultural Mexican wrestling match.

Mexico City Program Details

This exciting program includes lodging in a modern downtown hotel in Mexico City's famousHistoric Centre (UNESCO World Heritage Site)within walking distance of the Palacio Nacional(the main Cathedral) and the Templo Mayor Museum.

Courses Offered (3 credits)

  • HIS145: History of Mexico - 3 credits fulfills SB, G, H
  • Online coursework is to be completed between December 19, 2011 and January 3, 2012

Dates to Remember

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Information Sessions

Tuesdays - 6:00pm - 6:45pm:
Sept. 13 & Sept. 27, 2011
Oct. 11 & Oct. 25, 2011
November 8, 2011
Jan. 31 & Feb. 14, 2012


Wednesdays - 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Sept. 14 & Sept. 28, 2011
Oct. 12 & Oct. 26, 2011
November 9, 2011
Feb. 1 & Feb. 15, 2012

Financial Aid Specialist Available!

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Scholarship Deadline

March 1, 2012

Get information on scholarships, grants, and financial aid for study abroad here.

Program Application Deadline

Friday, March 23, 2012

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply early to reserve your place!  Late applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Complete the 2012 Application - this pdf file can be completed on your computer and then saved and printed.


Submit directly to the Program Director or to the Study Abroad Coordinator.

Payment Deadline

March 23, 2012

Download the helpful guide: How to Pay for Study Abroad

Mandatory Orientation

April 14, 2012 from 9 am - 1pm

Room LB145 in the Elsner Library at the Southern & Dobson campus.


You must attend the mandatory general study abroad orientation. There may be additional required meetings for your specific program. Contact the Program Director for details.