Universidad de Belgrano Intensive Spanish

Language Requirement

Language Requirement: Low Intermediate or above. You can approximate your Spanish level using the following:

• Beginner level students are those who have not taken Spanish before.
• Low Intermediate level students have completed 1-2 semesters or 2-3 quarters of college level Spanish.
• High Intermediate level students have completed at least 3-4 semesters or 4-5 quarters of college level Spanish.
• Advanced level students have completed at least 4 semesters or 6 quarters of college level Spanish.

Credit Information

Possible U.S. Credits: 8 semester credits. 15 contact hours = 1 semester credit. 10 contact hours = 1 quarter unit. Classes are taken with other American and foreign students.

Final Transcript: Issued by Universidad de Belgrano   

Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum GPA 2.5 (Students with GPA between 2.3-2.49 will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students with GPA of 2.29 or lower will not be considered.)
• Language requirement: None. Open to students with any level of Spanish.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Graduated from high school
• Transcript from your college or university. Unofficial is ok. If you have attended more than one institution, you must submit a transcript from each institution.
• ASA Application. To start a new application or continue an existing application, click here.
• Scan of your valid passport that does not expire sooner than 6 months after the day you plan to return home from abroad. If you don’t have a valid passport, confirmation of an expedited passport application is required before you can be accepted into this program. Please submit your passport application by expedited service if you do not have a valid passport.

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Summer I 2026 Intensive Spanish Language May 23, 2026 – June 20, 2026

Application Deadline April 01, 2026

Payment Deadline April 15, 2026

Homestay Program Code: BEL-1-SP-SU26

$4,995.00

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Summer II 2026 Intensive Spanish Language June 20, 2026 – July 18, 2026

Application Deadline April 15, 2026

Payment Deadline April 29, 2026

Homestay Program Code: BEL-2-SP-SU26

$4,995.00

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* Prices subject to change. Financial aid available.

Argentine Homestay

Rooms are single occupancy. The majority of homestays host 1-2 students at a time, or in rare cases perhaps 1-2 more, depending on how large their flat is. Breakfast Mon-Sat and dinner Mon-Fri included.

Off-Campus Residence Hall

Rooms are double occupancy. Bathrooms are shared. Shared/communal kitchen or kitchenette provided. You may live with other ASA students, international students, or local Argentine students. Residence hall may be all-gender, but bedrooms are same gender.

Shared Apartment

Rooms are double occupancy. Bathrooms are shared. Shared/communal kitchen or kitchenette provided. You may live with other ASA students, international students, or local Argentine students. Apartments may be all-gender, but bedrooms are same gender.

Can I room with a friend?

In most cases we can accommodate same-gender roommate requests. You'll complete a Housing Request Form after being accepted, and you can give us the name(s) of those you want to live with. Roommate requests must be mutual, so be sure your friend requests you back!

Will I have a roommate?

Rooms may be double or single occupancy.

How far will I live from school?

The majority of our housing is within a 15-35 minute commute from your classes. You will walk, take the subway or bus, or a combination. Please rest assured that we place a high priority on location, and all ASA students live within a reasonable distance from their classes!

When will I find out where I'll be living?

ASA will notify you of your living arrangements via email approximately 1-2 weeks before the start of your program. You will receive a detailed description of your housing and the location, and if there are other ASA students in your housing, we will include their names and email addresses.

Will my host family speak English?

No, but there’s no need to worry! Living in a homestay is the best way for you to learn Spanish, and you’ll be amazed at how quickly you will improve. Also, don’t forget that they've hosted international students before, so they understand that you are there to learn their language and want to help you.

What if I don't like my host family?

If it is a problem with the homestay and not a language or cultural misunderstanding, ASA will move you to a different homestay right away. We have on-site staff in every city who are there to help students with any issues they encounter while abroad, and who check in periodically with students throughout their stay to ensure all is well.

What is the food like?

The food is great and will be typical of your host country. Be prepared to try new things! If you have any food allergies or dietary needs, please let ASA know as soon as possible and we'll be happy to advise you on your options.

What should I bring with me?

A detailed list of what to bring (and what not to bring) will be included in your ASA pre-departure handbook, which will be emailed to you about a month before your program begins. Students living in a homestay should consider bringing a small gift for their host, such as a candle, kitchen towel, chocolates, etc.

 

Argentine Ranch in the Pampas

Day Trip

Spend a full day at a traditional ranch in the Argentine countryside. Enjoy the outdoors, including horseback riding, folk music and dancing, and delicious Argentine barbeque (called “asado”), prepared the old gaucho way!

El Tigre

Day Trip

On the northern outskirts of Buenos Aires, where the Parana and Uruguay Rivers flow into the Río de la Plata, sits one of the world’s largest estuaries. We’ll take a boat ride, relax, shop and eat.

Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay

Overnight

Get to know another South American country! This beautiful and small Uruguayan colonial town has much to explore to fill the entire day. It was founded in 1680 and was declared Historic heritage for Humanity. We’ll enjoy a calm day walking around the historic area of this unique town.

Ateneo Bookstore

The world-famous Ateneo Bookstore preserves the splendor and elegance of the former Grand Splendid theater, which opened in 1919 for hosting opera, ballet, and tango performances. It was converted into a bookstore in 2000, preserving the original decoration and frescoes of the ceiling dome. With a cafeteria located on the stage area, this is not only a bookstore, it’s a great spot to gather with friends.

El Gato Negro (The Black Cat)

El Gato Negro (The Black Cat) coffee shop was named a “café notable” - a special designation for remarkable traditional cafeterías that form part of Buenos Aires’ cultural heritage. Stop in here for a coffee and some cake - the most delicate and exotic spices and the finest coffee, chocolate, and teas are sold by experienced shop attendants.

San Telmo Market

Dating back to 1897, the San Telmo Market has anything from vintage clothes and jewelry to fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, bakeries, and some of the best coffee in the city. Don’t leave without visiting the food stalls - for the best empanadas, go to El Hornero. Our favorite varieties are the beef, corn, or blue cheese.

Blind Theater

Blind Theater is an experience you will never forget! What do you see when you can’t see anything? More than you think! Non-sighted staff help the public locate their seats by a human chain. When the show begins in complete darkness, you forget you can’t see. The sounds, smells, and performers in different locations of the room, along with the context of what is happening in the show, allow you shape the room you’re in even without sight.

Soccer Match

Go to a soccer match for an easy way to bond with locals. We suggest booking your ticket through a registered tour company - you’ll have round trip transportation, be escorted by the staff who knows their way around the stadium, and of course a guaranteed seat. If you go to the stadium on your own, you may not be able to get a ticket, especially if it is for an important match like Boca vs River.

Argentine Cuisine

Enjoying a traditional Argentine steak a la parrilla (grilled) is a MUST. Not only is Argentina known for its high quality, grass-fred beef, they know how to cook it to perfection. Favorite cuts include vacío (flank steak), asado de tira (short ribs), and bife de chorizo (sirloin, strip, or NY strip). Bife de chorizo must always be eaten with FRIES - no salads allowed.

A Green City

Buenos Aires is a very green city with lots of parks and trees growing on almost every block. Find a shady spot to study, relax, or people watch. The oldest tree is the gomero de la recoleta - a rubber tree planted around 1790. There is mysticism in its shade, when you ponder all it has witnessed. Other trees to look for are the palo borracho (drunken tree) with pink flowers and a “beer-belly” trunk that stores water when it’s plentiful, and the jacarandas with their gorgeous purple flowers.

Tango

Be enchanted by the beauty and passion of tango dancers performing in the streets of Buenos Aires. For tips they will even dance with you.

What's Included

• Exclusive "A WORLD OF CARE" Student Support Suite
• ROOM & BOARD / ROOM ONLY (SEMESTER PROGRAMS): Choose between these 2 housing options:
  • Option A: Argentine homestay with breakfast Mon-Sat and dinner Mon-Fri.
  • Option B: Shared apartment/Residence Hall with fully equipped kitchen. Meals are not included.
• ROOM & BOARD (SUMMER PROGRAMS): Argentine homestay with daily breakfast and dinner included.
• TUITION for the maximum number of credits or courses indicated on the program course offerings page. Enrolling in more than the maximum number of credits/courses (if permitted by the host institution) will result in an additional fee.
• ACADEMIC CREDITS: Students who receive pre-approval from their home institution can transfer the credits they earn to their home institution.
• OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT: Final transcript is issued by the Universidad de Belgrano. Upon completion of the program, ASA will provide one free shipment of your final transcript to your U.S. institution.
• EXCURSIONS: Semester and Summer programs include 2 day excursions. Locations to be decided.
• CULTURAL ACTIVITIES in Buenos Aires (museum visits, walking tours, etc.)
• INTERNET ACCESS: Students will have free Internet access at their host institution and in their program housing.
• AIRPORT PICK-UP: Group ground transportation is provided from Buenos Aires (EZE) airport for students who arrive on the official arrival date, by the designated time.
• SITE DIRECTOR: Students will have an on-site director to assist them with any academic or cultural difficulties they may encounter.
• MEDICAL INSURANCE: Comprehensive international medical insurance is included. Click here for details on benefits and coverage.
• VISA ADVISING: Students are ultimately responsible for obtaining their visa (if required for their term), but ASA will provide detailed, helpful information upon acceptance about which visa students will need and how to go about applying for one. Please click here and scroll down to “Student Visa Information” to find out if a visa is required for your program.
• PRE-DEPARTURE HANDBOOK & ON-SITE ORIENTATION
• SUBSCRIPTION TO SAFETURE SAFETY-ENHANCING MOBILE APP
• SUBSCRIPTION TO CISI Remote Behavioral and Mental Health Services: telephonic consultations between you and a U.S. mental health professional for the purposes of delivering counseling services, crisis intervention, assessment and follow up.
• $150 RETURNING STUDENT CREDIT toward your next ASA Summer program! (Up to 2 Summer programs)
• $350 RETURNING STUDENT CREDIT toward your next ASA Semester program! (Up to 2 Semester programs)

Not Included

• Round trip airfare and travel expenses to and from the program location.
• Books, materials, lab fees
• Local transportation
• Personal expenses
• Meals if you live in a shared apartment/Residence Hall. Weekend meals except Saturday breakfast.
• Laundry
• Meals on excursions
• Transportation from the airport if the student does not arrive on the official arrival date by the designated time.
• Transportation back to the airport at the end of the program.
• Visa / Residency Permit (if required). Reciprocity Fee for entry into Argentina, paid upon arrival at EZE airport (if required).

Cost of Attendance & Budget Sheet

Culture & Ethnicity

Argentina is a country comprised of a mix of ethnic groups with the primary being those of European and Mestizo (mixed European and Amerindian ancestry) at 97.2%. Followed by this is those of Amerindian descent (2.4%), and those of African descent (0.4%)

For Black haircare products and hairstyling for men and women in Buenos Aires, check out Trenzas Africanas on Facebook or Instagram, or Cornrows Argentina. For additional stores that sell haircare products, ASA’s Site Director in Buenos Aires can help you locate options during your stay. That said, you should bring your favorite haircare products with you and enough to last your entire stay, because you may not find the same brands/variety/accessibility of products that you’re used in the US. Here are some helpful tips on Black haircare products and tools to bring with you. You can also check out the Diversity Abroad guide to managing Black hair abroad.

Dietary Accommodations

If you plan to live with a homestay family, please notify us about any special dietary needs with as much advance notice as possible, so we can assess whether your needs can be accommodated within a homestay family. We also offer housing in shared apartments with kitchen provided, where you can prepare your own meals.

Resources for dietary needs for allergies, religious beliefs, or other preferences below. We strongly encourage you to order food/allergy translation cards to help communicate your needs while abroad.

• Gluten free
• Halal
• Kosher
• Vegan
• Vegaterain
• Dairy-Free

Mental Health

Students with a range of mental health conditions can successfully study abroad. If you take any medications, please review the U.S. State Department recommendations for traveling abroad with medications.

ASA is happy to talk to you about what resources are available for any mental or physical health needs you have. Please reach out to us by clicking here. Having advance notice of what your needs are will allow us to identify resources to support you, such as therapy or ongoing medical care to allow you to be successful. Any ASA team member is a safe person to share things with!

With your ASA program, you'll also have a paid subscription to mindhamok, a 24-7 service designed to support study abroad students’ mental, physical, and social wellbeing. mindhamok's curated online and live resources give you tools to help you succeed.

You can use mindhamok to: Request an appointment with a coach/therapist; Live chat with a coach/therapist about concerns such as roommate issues, relationships, etc.; Discuss homesickness, culture shock, or adjustment concerns; and much more.

For more information, see our mental & emotional health information here.

Religion

Argentina is home to a primarily Roman Catholic population (92%), with minority Protestant (2%) and Jewish (2%) population as well as 4% of the population representing other religious groups. Argentina also has the largest Jewish and Muslim populations anywhere in Latin America. ASA is happy to help you find a place of worship in Buenos Aires - just ask us.

Disability Accommodation

According to Wheel the World, Buenos Aires has been recognized as one of the most accessible cities in Latin America. A law was passed in 1994 that required the elimination of barriers for people with reduced mobility in public transportation. Not all subway stations, the "subte", are wheelchair accessible. However, due to the developed tourist industry in the city, as well as in other places of interest in the country, there is a wide range of accessible accommodation and transportation. Additional information can be found here.

We encourage you to open a dialogue with us so we can assess accessibility in housing and academic spaces.

The U.S. State Department has advice for international travelers with disabilities at this link.

First Generation

ASA provides hands-on support throughout the entire process. This includes housing, course registration, flight and arrival logistics, and student visa guidance. While you're abroad, our on-site staff is available to support you 24/7. They coordinate social and cultural activities and offer guidance on the local culture, to give you and your support system peace of mind throughout your program. We also have an online orientation for parents/families/support systems at this link.

Gender & Sexuality

We welcome students with any gender identity and sexuality on all of our programs. Argentina is generally recognized as a front-runner in inclusivity in Latin America, with same-sex marriage being legalized in 2010 and the newly passed Gender Identity Law which allows for legal gender identity changes.

Check out the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association Guide here.

Non-Traditional Students

ASA welcomes all degree-seeking undergraduate students on any of our programs. We are happy to talk through any component of your identity (e.g. age, marital status, parental/caregiver status, military affiliation, et al.) that may affect your ability to participate on a program. Click here to contact us.

Financial Aid & Money Matters

ASA allows payment deferral until your institution releases your Financial Aid, and we offer payment plans upon request to students who need it. More information on billing and payment can be found here.

ASA also has several scholarships you can apply for within our program application. Students who receive a Pell Grant as part of their Financial Aid package are eligible to apply for the Gilman Scholarship.