ISA Study Abroad in Santiago, Dominican Republic

Name: ISA Study Abroad in Santiago, Dominican Republic
Brand: ISA by WorldStrides
SKU: 15470
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

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Location

Dominican Republic

Term

Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer

Subject Areas

Business Cultural Studies Education Engineering Humanities Law Medicine Social Sciences

Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships, Payment plans, LGBTQIA+ funding, BIPOC funding

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Program Details

Program Type

Provider

Degree Level

Bachelors

Housing

Host Family

Language

English

Pricing

Starting Price

500

Last Updated: Jun 07, 2022

Last Reviewed: Apr 07, 2015

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About Program

Santiago is the second largest city in the Dominican Republic and the economic center of the fertile Cibao Valley. The Septentrional mountain range is visible from most points of the city. The Yaque River flows through the city en route to the Atlantic Ocean, a mere one hour bus ride to the north. Santiago has a relaxed and refined atmosphere and the most vibrant Carnival in the country. Whether strolling though the shopping district of Calle del Sol or dancing to the rhythms of merengue and bachata, Santiago has proven to be an ideal location for study abroad.

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

BIPOC Support

Our team is committed to providing exceptional support through identity-focused advising and resources for students, university partners, and staff. We have developed our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee to help serve all students and stakeholders, particularly the needs of underrepresented student populations. Our country-specific diversity pages offer information about the societies and cultural history of our destinations. This information can be used to start your reflection about how your intersecting identities relate to the host community context.

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LGBTQIA+ Support

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Neurodivergent Support

ISA by WorldStrides is devoted to facilitating quality programming to students with varying levels of neurodivergence. Our Health & Safety team is available to answer questions about insurance and medication, as well as provide students with materials on overseas access to support.

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Accessibility Support

We are dedicated to facilitating quality programming to students with varying levels of accessibility. With our wide portfolio of program types and locations we’re confident there is a suitable and accessible program for each student. Accommodations abroad can be complex and take time, so those with accessibility needs should inform ISA of any accommodations requests as early as possible in the advising process. Please contact accessibilityteam@studiesabroad.com with questions or for more information.

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Impact 🌎

Sustainability

We have partnered with Fill it Forward to engage team members and program participants in waste reduction practices. The goal is to encourage the elimination of single-use waste. Every QR code scan shows the impact of reusable bottles and unlocks a donation to environmental impact groups.

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Ethical Impact

ISA by WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

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Six Weeks. Once such a daunting number, now not enough time. Once a thought that made me want to curl up in a ball, now a period of time that is done and over with too soon. I never thought that I would be one to go and travel to a place where I knew nobody. How insane that I am sitting here now, on the other side of that big calling, having finished the race that God had set for me.
Veritas was the gateway to me being able to find myself. It allowed me to set aside my fears and live in a different country for the summer. The support that this program provided me was insanely amazing and not to mention the fact that I got my very own mentor while being there.

A normal day in Santiago: For me, I would wake up a bit early around 7 to the sound of my host mom knocking on my door. It was always quite a surprise when, after trying to roll out of bed, I realized I was inside a large mosquito net! After getting ready, I would eat my home-cooked breakfast and head to the university until mid-afternoon. From the university I would catch 2-3 conchos (public transportation) to get to the community I was working with that day. After a small 20 minute hike up the side of the mountain I would arrive at the church I worked with and be greeted by all the sweaty, dirty, beautiful children that I was blessed to work with. I taught bible study and attended their church service in the evening. I would then get home around 10 pm to find dinner waiting for me on the table and my sweet host mom waiting to hear all about my day:)

I am so excited for any that are choosing to look into this program! I once looked at it as just another study abroad program provider, but I now see it as people who really want to see change and growth in my life. I am currently planning my trip back to the Dominican Republic and can't wait to reconnect with the family I discovered on my study abroad trip last summer.

Questions & Answers

Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Why did you decide to study abroad with ISA in Santiago?

Drew: I decided to study abroad in Santiago because I am a Spanish Education major and it is part of my degree requirement to study abroad for a semester and/or year. I chose Santiago because I am a college baseball player and wanted to go somewhere that would provide opportunities to continue playing and Dominicans love their baseball or "pelota" so I knew it would be a good fit.

What do you think made this experience unique and special?

Drew: This experience was so special to me because this had been the first time I had traveled outside the country and happened to be so blessed to be placed with such a wonderful host family. The Aybars were so open and accepting and did everything they could to make me feel a part of the family from day one. I am forever a part of their family and that family was the sole reason my trip was a success.

How did this experience impact your academic development?

Drew: This experience impacted me in many ways. First, it impacted me personally. My speaking abilities tremendously improved and I am still functioning at a high level because of that trip. Next, it impacted me professionally. While in Santiago and studying at PUCMM, I had the opportunity to observe and teach in a number of different classrooms. I taught five university level English acquisition while at PUCMM and through the ELAP program, I was able to teach an English acquisition class at the elementary level. These two opportunities have given me an invaluable amount of confidence before I step into my first teaching job.

Location

Location:

Dominican Republic

Currency:

Dominican Peso

Weather:

Jan-Mar

86 F / 48 F

Apr-Jun

90 F / 55 F

Jul-Sep

91 F / 55 F

Oct-Dec

90 F / 52 F

Airports:

Punta Cana International

( PUJ )

Las Américas International

( SDQ )

Cibao International

( STI )

The Dominican Republic shares the island Hispaniola with Haiti (the DR is to the right, Haiti to the left), and is a hot spot for beaching, staying at resorts, and living a Caribbean lifestyle. Close to Miami, with a diverse population and Creole cuisine, this island is a popular tourist destination filled with all sorts of adventures.

About ISA by WorldStrides

As a leader in international education for over thirty years, International Studies Abroad (ISA) by WorldStrides is dedicated to providing university and college level students the opportunity to discover, learn, and enjoy a way of life other than their own. We offer a diverse portfolio of education abroad programs across Africa, Asia, Europe...