Immerse yourself in Spanish in Cusco, affectionately called “the belly button of the Incas.” On the Semester in Cusco program, you’ll quickly learn why this great city is a World Heritage site visited by millions of travelers every year.

While studying for a semester in Cusco, you will study at a satellite campus of the Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, a university based in Lima. The small, beautiful campus is centrally located so you can explore Cusco, the center of modern indigenous culture in Peru. Take courses in the history of the Incas, photography, or biodiversity in English also with your Spanish-language classes.

The impressive Sacred Valley – Imagine a region filled with stunning mountains, Quechua-speaking communities, and llamas. You’ll get to explore this diverse region’s salt flats, market towns, ancient ruins, and more.

Immerse yourself in Spanish – The way to learn Spanish is to immerse yourself in it, and that’s just what you’ll do during your time abroad in Cusco.

Machu Picchu – This famous site was recently picked as one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. Come discover why! It’s all a short, inexpensive trip from downtown Cusco, and we'll take you there.

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