CIEE High School Study Abroad in Mexico
- Mexico
About Program
A cosmopolitan city near ancient Mayan ruins and incredible geological formations... Merida is a perfect place to spend a summer studying Spanish. In a safe, charming and small-town environment, you'll practice your language skills in class, at your homestay and with locals. CIEE High School Summer Abroad programs let you see southeastern Mexico through a special lens where you could even engage in service-learning with a local NGO in a Leadership & Service Program.
Scholarship opportunities are available for summer abroad in Merida!
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Program Highlights
- Native teachers and expert instructors
- A certificate of service-learning hours to use on college applications and résumé
- 24/7 support from CIEE program leader and in-country CIEE staff members
Popular Programs
Join us this summer in Merida, Yucatan! Grow your Spanish skills and get to know Mexican culture on a 4-week immersion program complete with a homestay, daily classes and cultural activities. Or develop leadership skills on a 3-week Leadership & Service in Youth Development program. Enjoy incredible food, natural wonders and historically important sites dating back to the Maya civilization.
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