Mexico
Study Abroad Program in Mexico City
Program Dates:
May 17 – June 1, 2025
Estimated Cost:
$3,700 – $4,500
(with flight included)
Program Contact:
Dr. Brenda Sarmiento-Quezada, bsarmien@purdue.edu
Dr. Ofelia Castro Schepers, oscheper@purdue.edu
Application Deadline:
February 16, 2025
Program Information
This program offers a unique blend of teaching practicum, professional development, and immersive cultural activities. You’ll spend your mornings at local schools, gaining hands-on experience in bilingual education, and afternoons exploring the rich history, art, and vibrant culture of one of the largest cities in the world.
The program is open to all undergraduate and graduate students interested in education, teaching, linguistics, and related fields. No prior Spanish language experience is required, but students with any level of Spanish proficiency are encouraged to apply.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
There are a variety of financial aid and scholarship opportunities offered by Purdue University to cover some or all of the costs for study abroad programs.
- Purdue Moves scholarships
- Purdue Study Abroad scholarship
- Gilman Scholarship
- SAIL Scholarship (Purdue CILMAR) — only applicable for undergraduate students
- Purdue Division of Financial Aid
Academic Information
Undergraduate Courses:
Earn 3 to 4 Academic Credits
- EDCI 37001 Teaching & Learning English as a New Language (2 credits)
- EDCI 20002 Special Population Seminar: ELL & GCT students (1 credit)
- EDCI 35950 Content Area Instruction for ELL (3 credits)
- EDCI 49000 Mexico: History and Culture (3 credits)
Graduate Courses:
Earn 3 Academic Credits
- EDCI 53000 English Language Development (3 credits)
- EDCI 55900 Language and Content for ELL (3 credits)
- EDCI 59000 Mexico: History and Culture (3 credits)