Introduction to Study Abroad: San Salvador, El Salvador
Land of Volcanoes and the Capital City: Culture, History, and Archeology
7 week hybrid course with a 1 week in country visit during Winter Break; January 9 - 16, 2016
This seven week hybrid course includes online
asynchronous sessions, live - in person class sessions
and a one week in country visit takes students to El
Salvador. Students will live in hostels where they will
study the history and culture of San Salvador, El
Salvador. El Salvador is the smallest and most densely
populated country in Central America but is the fourth
largest economy in the region. Students will learn
about indigenous society and customs both in the past
and today. Students will explore the city and beaches
and travel on day trips to nearby communities.
San Salvador boasts Gothic and Modernist
Style architecture, but interestingly is home to
several noteworthy structures influenced by
Modern, Googie, and Popluxe (similar in style
to structures in Los Angeles). San Salvador’s
Historic Downtown has been located there
since the 16th century. Unfortunately, only a
few Spanish Colony buildings remain as a result
of severe earthquakes, however, Conservation
and restoration efforts have been enacted and
have preserved and restored several building
that were erected in the 19th century. The
National
Palace,
National
Theater,
Metropolitan Cathedral, Parks, and museums
are just a few of the locations where students
can actively engage in authentic conversations
with El Salvadoreans. This is a trip that is not
to be missed!
R
esources
Wikipedia -- research San Salvaador on the web
Lonely Planet -- find the must sees before your trip
Language
Although activites will be conducted in English,
this is also an excellent time to brush up on your
Spanish!
Take a course at NCC!
Transportation
Students will fly from New York,
Newark, or Philadelphia to El
Salvador. Students will travel with
faculty and other students as from the
college. The group will depart from
the NCC main campus.
Accommodation
Students will live in hostels while
in San Salvador.
Meals
Some breakfast and dinners are
included in this trip. Students are
additionally responsible for food on
days of travel.
Faculty
As Director of International Education at NCC, Manny
Gonzalez has traveled the globe. He has led numerous
study abroad programs and is always looking for new and
exciting ways of bringing NCC to the world, and bringing
the rest of the world to NCC. Manny loves showing
students the country of his family and looks forward to
traveling with students to northern Spain. Listen well and
he will tell you where to find authentic Austurian cuisine,
how to embrace Spanish culture, and where to find the best
bargains!
Program Fee Includes
The following:
• Roundtrip airfare
• Ground transportation
to and from airport
• Transportation to and
from scheduled site visits
• Lodging
• Breakfast and Dinner
(except travel days)
• Health and emergency
assistance insurance
Program Fee DOES NOT
Include:
• No Lunches; several other
meals not included
• Passport & Visa
applications
• Excess baggage
• Gratuities
• Medial deductibles
• Immunizations
• Spending money
• Personal travel/excursions
Program Fee
$1325
Tuition (1 credit)
See Tuition schedule;
included in enrolled
fulltime under 18 credits
Meals NOT Provided(est.)
Personal travel money
/spending(est.)
Estimated Total Cost
~$400
$1725
Center for International Education Northampton.edu/international
Call us at 610.861.4157
email us at international@northampton.edu
or Visit our website:
http://www.northampton.edu/campus-life-and-housing/study-abroad.htm
All Fees and payments are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE
ORIENTATION is MANDATORY
Contact us to find out how you can apply for a Study Abroad SCHOLARSHIP