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Academics Course Pre-registration - You will pre-register online for IES Abroad courses approximately 6-8 weeks before your program begins. Course materials - (e.g., Please note that nearly all school supplies and language books can be found easily at your center location. Your professors can also recommend local bookstores where required texts can be found.) Syllabi - A complete syllabus for all courses offered through IES Abroad can be found in the Academics section of the IES Abroad website at www.IESabroad.org. A finalized copy of the syllabus will be provided during the first day of...
Seoul & Tokyo Packing Tips Japanese students dress somewhat similarly to American students, although not as casually. People dress up for parties, ceremonies, concerts, and other social affairs, so be prepared with appropriate clothing. Comfortable shoes are a must idea since you will be doing a lot more walking in Japan than you normally do in the US. Slip-on shoes are also a good idea, since you will be taking your shoes on and off frequently, especially when entering and leaving your housing. High lace-up boots are not recommended for the same reason. Shoes are not worn in houses. Bring a...
Arrival in Seoul Book your flight so that you arrive at Incheon Airport (ICN) during one of the two following arrival windows: Evening Arrival Window: 4-7 PM on the official arrival date For FA26: TBD Morning Arrival Window: 5-9 AM on the morning after the official arrival date For FA26: TBD All students MUST arrive during one of the designated arrival windows listed above. Arrival windows are determined based on popular US direct flight arrival times into Seoul as well as availability and capacity of our IES Abroad Seoul Center staff. Therefore, it is very important that you book your flight...
In this program, you will travel to Peru for 7 days to learn about its emerging industries and economic development, with time to explore the cultural and historical richness of the country, including a side trip to the famed Machu Picchu. Included in this trip is also a visit with The Andean Alliance for Sustainable Development, to learn about the realities, challenges, and opportunities that exist in Indigenous communities. Your flights from Buenos Aries to Peru, and from Peru to Santiago, are included in the program cost.

Ángela Schaaf Gutierrez • Santiago Interim Center Director

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Ángela Schaaf Gutierrez
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IES Abroad Santiago Interim Center Director

Ángela has more than 20 years of experience with study abroad programs and Chilean education system. She has designed and implemented a multitude of curricula, syllabi and teaching materials for the Santiago Center and Chilean Universities. She holds a B.A. in Public Administration from the Universidad de Chile, a Master’s in Public Management, Government and Public Policy and completed the postgraduate program in Higher Education and Methodologies, at Universidad de Talca. Ángela has also worked as Public Policy Instructor at Universidad de Chile and currently, she is also a Consultant at the Department of Political Science at Universidad de Talca. 

Angela has championed advising students in getting the right balance in their academic load. Thanks to her contacts in diverse fields, IES Abroad Santiago has over 100 organizations from public, private and non-profit fields in partnership with our Internship and Service-Learning Programs. 

Grade Conversion Because international grading scales are different depending on the country of origin, there are different systems to use when converting your grades back to the scale of your home university. IES Abroad will take the grades you receive from Nanzan University and convert them using a grade and credit scale to the IES Abroad grading system which will be listed on your transcript. For a breakdown of the grade and credit scale for your program, contact the IES Abroad Registrar at registrar@IESabroad.org.
Grade Conversion Because international grading scales are different depending on the country of origin, there are different systems to use when converting your grades back to the scale of your home university. IES Abroad will take the grades you receive from Korea University and convert them using a grade and credit scale to the IES Abroad grading system which will be listed on your transcript. For a breakdown of the grade and credit scale for your program, contact the IES Abroad Registrar at registrar@IESabroad.org.
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