ISA Study Abroad in Barranquilla, Colombia
- Colombia
About Program
Study abroad with ISA in Barranquilla, Colombia
Barranquilla (population approx. 2 million), is situated along the Magdalena River in northern Colombia in the country's tropical and vibrant Caribbean Coast. The city is known as the "Golden Gate to Colombia" and is a fun-loving but hardworking, cosmopolitan port city. Barranquilla is primarily known for its UNESCO recognized spring Carnaval celebrations as well as the salsa, cumbia and merengue music and dance that fill the city year-round.
While studying at one of the best universities in the Caribbean region, the ABET accredited Universidad del Norte, students will have the opportunity to learn Spanish, take courses with locals, and quickly become a local Barranquillero themselves. Check out our website for more information!
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The Universidad del Norte is one of the top universities in Colombia and the Caribbean region. Institutional internationalization is a priority for the UniNorte, whose civil, electrical, electronics, industrial, mechanical and systems engineering programs have been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. ISA students may take courses in English or Spanish alongside Colombian students. The university's U.S. style is both modern and accessible.
Scholarships
ISA by WorldStrides Diversity Scholarship
This scholarship is offered for summer and semester programs and is intended for students with identities historically underserved in education abroad. This can include, but is not limited to, individuals who identify as African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, Alaskan Native, American Indian, Native Hawaiian, LGBTQIA+, First-Generation College Students, U.S. Military Veterans, students with disabilities, and/or students at Minority-Serving Institutions.
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Colombia has become the hip travel destination in South America and boasts a growing tourism sector. Colombians are fun, friendly, and proud of their beautiful country. Colombia boasts truly stunning landscapes including lush jungle, arid desert, Caribbean coastline, and the Andes mountains, including the world famous Colombian coffee zone. Along with both modern and cosmopolitan cities like Medellin and historical centers like Cartagena, there is just so much to enjoy and explore in Colombia!
