Santiago, Chile

Summer - Health Studies

Study Abroad
Length:
Summer
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a group of health students pose for a photo outside of their clinical observation
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two female students in scrubs pose for a photo outside of their clinical observation
downtown Santiago in front of the Andes Mountains

At a Glance

Program Dates:

  • Summer 2025: June 09 - July 27

Credits:

7 per Summer

Estimated Cost:

$7,633

Visa Required:

Maybe

Housing:

Homestay

Language of Instruction:

Spanish

Language Prerequisites:

4 semesters of college-level Spanish; enrollment in a Spanish course in the last year

About the Program

You will participate in a Health Studies Seminar and improve your communication skills through a Spanish course for health care practitioners. 

All courses are conducted in Spanish and designed for students with advanced language skills. In addition, the program provides opportunities for holistic growth, including activities that will enhance your interpersonal and intercultural learning while in Chile. 

The observation aspect of the program has two distinct tracks to choose from: through Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC Chile) or EPES, a community health NGO. 

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Clinical Observation

Observe patient care in diverse health care facilities.

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Health Care Seminar

Understand the state of Chile’s community-centered public health.

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Travel in Chile

Join an IES Abroad field trip.

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Cultural Events & Activities

Take advantage of the cultural events we organize in Santiago.

Summer 2025

Program Dates:

June 09 - July 27

Application Deadline:

Estimated Cost:

$
7,633

Program Advisor

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Lindsay Smith

Once you’ve applied for a program, I’ll be your direct point of contact. From housing to course registration and everything in between, I’m here to help you prepare to study abroad. Once you’re accepted to your program, you’ll find even more detailed information about what you need to know before you depart in your Predeparture Guide. Let’s get started!

📱 800.995.2300 ✉️ study@IESabroad.org

About the Destination

Metropolitan Cathedral in Plaza de Armas, Santiago's main square

Why Santiago?

Santiago is the capital of Chile, a country with one of the strongest and most diverse economies in South America. Because Chile has a community-centered public health care system, studying in Santiago allows you to gain public health-related experience and an appreciation for culturally based health care practices.

Learn More About Santiago

Get to Know Your New City

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Bite Into a Chilean Empanada

Visit a panadería to try this savory local dish.

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Hike Cerro Pochoco

Get a taste of the Andes Mountains right in Santiago’s backyard.

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See the Street Art

Have lunch and stroll through the art-covered barrio of Bellavista.

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Visit Sky Costanera for a 360° View of Santiago

Take an elevator to the top of Sky Costanera for the city's best views.

The Student Experience

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Program Dates

Summer 2025

Program Dates:

June 09 - July 27

Application Deadline:

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