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Locations: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Fall	2027	10/01/2026	10/01/2026	08/10/2027	12/05/2027
Spring	2028	02/15/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	English, Spanish	Minimum GPA:	2.5

Program Description:

Semester in San Juan

San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Program Overview

Your Semester in San Juan program lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Puerto Rican culture. Live and learn in San Juan!?

Unique Experiences

Engage in Caribbean literary & cultural studies

collaborate with faculty and researchers in the study of Puerto Rican and Caribbean literature, history, and identity

Volunteer at local public or private schools

helping children improve their English skills while practicing Spanish in a real-world setting

Assist community-driven organizations

to plan and hold events, workshops, and exhibitions that promote local culture and arts

Learn More About San Juan

Your Destination

San Juan is Puerto Rico's vibrant capital, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. With its unique blend of Spanish, Caribbean, and American influences, colorful colonial architecture, historic landmarks like El Morro and Old San Juan, lively markets, and a thriving arts and music scene, the city creates a rich backdrop for studying abroad. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, San Juan is the perfect place to study abroad.

Housing

CIEE San Juan offers diverse residence hall housing options to ensure you're comfortable in?your home away from home. From single to shared rooms, we will strive for your?accommodation preferences to be met. All housing has convenient access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE's global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.

Activities

CIEE's excursions and cultural activities in San Juan will open doors for you to explore Puerto Rico's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Experience the magic of Puerto Rico's bioluminescent waters with a night kayaking tour in Laguna Grande, just outside of San Juan
Dive into the history and impact of reggaetón, the genre that put Puerto Rico on the global music map, and attend a live reggaetón performance
Engage in community-based resilience efforts by volunteering with local organizations working on sustainable rebuilding and environmental restoration

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE San Juan:?Study in San Juan, a dynamic city where rich history meets Caribbean charm. From exploring colorful streets and historic forts to soaking up the sun on stunning beaches, experience the vibrant culture and warm hospitality that make San Juan unforgettable.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

San Juan's work scene is diverse, offering abundant internship opportunities with innovative businesses, nonprofit organizations, and multinational corporations across tourism, finance, healthcare, and creative industries. The city's multicultural and bilingual environment fosters collaboration and networking, supporting professional growth in a vibrant Caribbean business hub.

Industry options include:

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Hospitality and Tourism
Manufacturing
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Learn More About Scholarships

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.