Lima, Peru
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SUA offers a study abroad program at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú in Lima through IFSA. This program is best suited for students with higher-level Spanish.
Location
Lima is the capital of Peru and lies on the country’s pacific coast. It has a metropolitan population of more than 12 million.
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Art
Lima is home to the country’s highest concentration of museums, with focuses from art to science to religion.
![Picnic in Lima, Peru](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel__standard/public/images/2019-08/Breakfast%20with%20an%20indigenous%20community%20and%20Sierra%20productiva%2C%20an%20NGO%20-%20Copy.jpg?h=f0d996e8&itok=XekpTFtB)
Food
Known as the “Gastronomical Capital of the Americas,” Lima is internationally-recognized for its coffee, chocolate, and ceviche.
Overall, I had a great experience. I’m so appreciative for this amazing opportunity to study abroad and I grew a lot.
Program Characteristics
This program is only offered in the fall semester, which takes place from mid-August to mid-December.
- 2.5 GPA
You will take two required courses including a Peruvian social reality course which allows close work with NGOs. You also have the option to take a specialized academic concentration focusing on gender studies.
You may take excursions to ancient ruins sites such as Machu Picchu, Caral, and Pachácamac.
You will live with a Peruvian host family which provides two meals a day Monday through Saturday and one meal on Sunday. Additional meal allowance is provided by SUA.