Trip at a Glance
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- Personalized Spanish instruction at the beautiful Instituto Cultural de Oaxaca in the heart of the city
- Do fun and meaningful community service at Pimpollo Orphanage in the Isthmus of Mexico
- Backpack from village to village in the Sierra Norte Mountains through three magnificent ecosystems
- Explore the vibrant and welcoming Oaxaca City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Home stay for a week with a local family; attend cultural workshops
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Location:Oaxaca, Mexico – southern province of Mexico including the Sierra Norte Mountains and Oaxaca City
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Experience required:Trips for no experience and 1-2 years high school Spanish
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Ages:Teens finishing grades 9–11
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Tuition: 21 days, $4,280
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Community service:30+ hours
Additional activities include:
- Attend cultural workshops on cooking, pottery and salsa dancing
Credit Earned:
- Three college language credits through Lesley University; 30+ community service hours
Academic Evaluation:
- Oral and written exam, reading and oral comprehension, daily participation, journal
Additional Information:
- This Academic Treks program includes home stays and/or time spent in cities. As with all Academic Treks programs, our strict rules regarding maintaining a healthy atmosphere apply. Conduct such as drinking or smoking is not permitted.
Program Comparison:
- Use the AT Program Comparison Chart to pick the best trip for you.
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