CIEE High School Summer Abroad in Latin America
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CIEE High School Summer Abroad in Latin America
- Argentina
- Buenos Aires
- Costa Rica
- Monteverde
- Dominican Republic
- Santiago
- Mexico
- Merida
- Puerto Rico
- San Juan
About Program
Unleash your Spanish and step into the rhythms, flavors, and stories of Latin America with CIEE High School Summer Abroad programs. From vibrant cities to coastal communities, students immerse themselves in daily life while building real-world language skills alongside native speakers.
Spend your summer exploring Argentina, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, or Puerto Rico, where Spanish learning extends far beyond the classroom. Explore local markets, neighborhood cafés, and cultural landmarks. Discover each country’s unique identity through music, art, food, history, and time spent with local teens.
Designed for curious, globally minded high school students, these programs blend language immersion, cultural discovery, and unforgettable experiences, helping students grow in confidence, independence, and global perspective in just a few weeks.
Scholarship opportunities are available for summer programs in all Latin American destinations.
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Program Highlights
- Native teachers, expert instructors and reputable, well-established public or private high schools
- Credentials for your college applications and résumé
- 24/7 support from your CIEE program leader and in-country CIEE staff members
Popular Programs
Join us this summer on a CIEE high school summer abroad program in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Immerse yourself in this creative and passionate country, where you'll not only advance your Spanish but also experience one of most unique blends of Latin American and European cultures.
Spend your summer in Monteverde, Costa Rica, on 1 of 2 CIEE high school summer abroad programs, immersing yourself in Spanish language learning while exploring a country famous for its rainforests, coastlines, and deep commitment to sustainability.
This summer, join CIEE in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, and choose from 1 of 2 high school programs that combine Spanish immersion with an authentic look at Caribbean culture, community, and everyday life.
Join CIEE in 1 of 3 high school summer abroad programs in Mérida, Mexico, and take your Spanish beyond the classroom while discovering the traditions, history, and warmth of the Yucatán Peninsula.
Make San Juan your summer classroom with CIEE, strengthening your Spanish as you dive into colorful neighborhoods, coastal scenery, and everyday life in Puerto Rico.
