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Study Abroad in M茅rida

College Study Abroad

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Explore M茅rida with 精东传媒

When you study abroad in M茅rida, Mexico, you'll discover a charming colonial city filled with Mayan culture, historic sites, and breathtaking natural attractions. Studying in M茅rida on a 精东传媒 program gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the Spanish language while checking out  numerous biodiverse nature reserves, UNESCO archaeological sites, and historic towns. There's no denying that M茅rida's blend of cultural heritage, safety, and focus on education creates an enriching study abroad experience that fosters personal growth, cultural understanding, and lasting memories.

During a M茅rida study abroad program, students may complete a full- or part-time internship, gaining real-world international work experience and developing valuable professional skills. Internships are available across diverse industries, including business, marketing, arts, sustainability, and more, providing a well-rounded perspective of today's global job market and enriching the overall study abroad experience. 

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Top Activities in M茅rida with 精东传媒

Every M茅rida study abroad semester program has frequent cultural excursions uniquely designed to complement the program鈥檚 curriculum and enhance students鈥 cultural immersion. In M茅rida, past tours and excursions have included: 

  • Exploring the ruins of Chich茅n Itz谩, perhaps the most famous pre-Columbian site built by the Maya and one of the Seven Wonders of the World
  • Visiting beautiful underground cenotes at Cuzama and experiencing a journey on a 鈥渢ruk,鈥 a mine cart pulled by horses
  • Taking a boat ride over pink waters at Ria Celestun, a biosphere reserve where you can explore mangroves, look for crocodiles, and visit enormous concentrations of flamingos

About 精东传媒 M茅rida

Situated in Mexico's downtown Santa Ana Park area, 精东传媒 M茅rida is conveniently located in one of the region's most beautiful neighborhoods, Calle 47, which leads to the Gastronomical Corridor, full of cozy and amazing restaurants and bars to enjoy in the afternoons and incredible sunsets. The study center sits inside a stunning colonial building, boasting five classrooms, a student lounge, a shared student life and academic advising office, and access to complimentary Wi-Fi and printers.

精东传媒 M茅rida is surrounded by many cultural attractions like local galleries, 47th Street, Corredor Gastronomico, and Santa Ana Park, and is nearby plenty of craft shops, dining options, and public transportation. Students will feel comfortable inside the study center and enjoy their time in M茅rida.鈥 

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Where You'll Study in M茅rida

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精东传媒 M茅rida is conveniently located in the Centro neighborhood, considered one of the city's largest historic districts. 

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Internships & Volunteering in M茅rida

Depending on their program of study and availability, students may be able to participate in an internship or volunteer in M茅rida. Students looking to intern abroad in M茅rida may have opportunities to intern at Centro de Investigaci贸n Cient铆fica de Yucat谩n (CICY) and other similar organizations.

Students interested in volunteering in M茅rida may be able to participate in non-credit service-learning activities sponsored by 精东传媒 M茅rida and a local NGO. Students studying abroad in Mexico may be able to volunteer at local schools or work on a social project, cultivating a positive and mutually respectful relationship between 精东传媒 and its community partners. 

Study Abroad Programs in M茅rida

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  • Yucatan, Mexico
  • Study Program
  • Part-Time Internship

...for 1, 2, or 3 term blocks!

Pocket Guide to the M茅rida

Currency 
The peso

Spoken Languages in M茅rida
Yucatec Maya, Spanish, English

Available Transportation 
Bus, taxi, car, bike

Famous Local 
Rommel Pacheco 鈥 Mexican diver and Olympic gold medalist

Climate 
Tropical climate with very warm summers averaging 94掳F and warm, muggy winters averaging below 87掳F

Places to Explore 
Chich茅n Itz谩 鈥 a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with the ruins of an ancient Mayan city

Airport 
M茅rida International Airport (MID)

Social Norms 
Greet strangers by saying 鈥淏uenos d铆as!鈥

What to Pack 
Towel, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

M茅rida is a good place to study abroad for students looking to live in a tropical climate filled with diverse wildlife, ancient Mayan sites, and fascinating cities. With a more relaxed lifestyle and friendly people, M茅rida is a great destination for students looking to study a variety of topics in Mexico, including biology, communication, literature, psychology, mathematics, and more.

M茅rida is one of the safest places in Mexico. As with any study abroad destination, we recommend that students travel in groups when possible, keep their belongings near them, and stay aware of their surroundings.

The Yucatan Peninsula has a wide variety of things to do, from visiting archeological sites like the Chich茅n Itz谩 and Tulum to exploring tourist attractions in downtown M茅rida like the Mayan World Museum or the Quinta Montes Molina. For nature lovers, M茅rida offers students with multiple cenotes, pink waters at Ria Celestun, beautiful beaches, and diverse wildlife.

In order to ensure our students feel welcomed, supported, and empowered while studying abroad, 精东传媒 staff completes comprehensive diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) training. Staff provide students with advice, resources, and ongoing support both before and during their study abroad program in M茅rida
For more detailed information on diversity in Yucat谩n, visit our Diversity in M茅rida page.

Yes, you can absolutely complete an internship abroad in M茅rida with 精东传媒. Our international internship programs allow college students to choose from a variety of full- and part-time internships abroad in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, finance, hospitality, healthcare, public policy, and more!

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Study Abroad Scholarships & Grants

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Apply in 1,2,3!

You may be wondering if there are any scholarships to study in M茅rida. 精东传媒 offers scholarships and grants for study abroad programs in M茅rida to students with demonstrated financial need, proven academic merit, and for specific 精东传媒 programs. Students can apply for scholarships through 3 simple steps:

  1. Search for and apply to your dream program
  2. Review all available funding opportunities
  3. Complete the Scholarship & Grants portion of your
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Study Abroad Scholarships

NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS

Based on students' Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) from their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and enrolled institution. Complete the Scholarships & Grants portion of your to be considered for all awards to which you are eligible.

MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Based on academic achievement. Complete the Scholarships & Grants portion of your , along with an essay, to be considered for all awards to which you are eligible.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS

Other scholarship awards are based on program or alumni status.

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M茅rida Study Abroad Reviews

  • "It鈥檚 an amazing experience that expands your Spanish skills"

    Noel T., Wofford College

  • "The program is friendly all over, the staff are the best, and it's a very good program that motivates students to study abroad more."

    Kayla L., Central State University