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Cuernavaca |
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The city of Cuernavaca is recognized worldwide as a center for
Spanish language studies as well as for Hispanic culture, humanities,
and business in Latin America. Located about an hour from Mexico
City, Cuernavaca allows students to experience city life without
getting lost in the masses. Cuernavaca is the capital of the
state of Morelos, and offers the amenities you expect from a
capital city—plenty of restaurants, shopping areas and
outdoor plazas, as well as a vibrant nightlife.
Although Cuernavaca has become quite modern in recent times,
it retains its cultural appeal as one of Mexico’s first
colonial cities through its beautiful architecture and many
museums. The city is a favorite among Mexicans and foreigners
alike thanks to its spring-like climate and the gorgeous tropical
plants and flowers that accompany the perfect weather. Because
of its geographical location, Cuernavaca is also an ideal starting
point for interesting trips in Central Mexico.
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Three Good Reasons
to Study Spanish in Cuernavaca |
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Located just an hour from Mexico
City, Cuernavaca allows students to take advantage
of the many historical and cultural benefits of
the capital while enjoying the atmosphere of a smaller
city. |
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The host families in Cuernavaca
will transport you to and from school daily—a
unique and convenient feature of this location. |
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Cuernavaca is centrally located
in Mexico, providing easy access to other cities
and sites. |
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Cuernavaca Weather |
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The city of "eternal spring,"
Cuernavaca offers pleasant temperatures ranging between
70ºF-80ºF (20ºC-30ºC) during the day,
with cool evenings. The rainy season usually extends from
June through October, often bringing thunderstorms in
the evenings. The temperature rises significantly in May,
just before the rains begin. |
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Learn Spanish in Cuernavaca |
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The Cuernavaca Spanish language school is located on a lovely university campus
with landscaped grounds, water fountains, swimming pools, and
an outdoor patio/café where students can socalize and practice speaking Spanish . The Spanish school facilities consist of nine
buildings, including a library, bookstore, money exchange office,
copy center, and cafeteria. Fax and telephone services are available
on campus, as is a large computer room where students have free
Internet access and their own free e-mail account.
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Highlights |
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Location: Located on a lovely campus of the International University in the city center of Cuernavaca. |
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Facilities: University campus • 9 school buildings •
landscaped grounds • gardens • swimming
pools • outdoor patio/café •
library • 2 computer labs with free Internet
access • wireless Internet available. |
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Group Class Size: Maximum of 5 students. |
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Student Body: 65% of students on campus are from Mexico, 35% are
foreign students. Of the foreign students, 86% are
from the USA, 4% from Switzerland, 3% from Germany,
1% from Canada, 2% from Japan, and 6% from other
countries. 18% of students are ages 14-17, 45% are
18-26, 35% are 26-60, and 2% are 61+. |
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Cuernavaca |
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Activities and Excursions |
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Students in Cuernavaca have the opportunity to participate in
a variety of excursions designed to provide an introduction
to Mexican history, culture and diversity. Five excursions are
offered weekly, some of which are described below.
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Ballet Folklorico
The Ballet Folklorico allows the spectator to take
in a mosaic of Mexican folklore and traditions.
Typical dances from across Mexico are performed
in the Palacio de Bellas Artes (Palace of Fine Arts). |
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Río las Estacas
Rio las Estacas is a spring river in the midst of
a tropical jungle. This natural oasis-turned-recreational
park was the site of many scenes from the "Tarzan"
movie series. |
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Cacahuamilpa
Caves
These caves—located in Guerrero state about
an hour from Cuernavaca—are among the largest
in North America. Their depth is estimated to extend
some 16 kilometers (10 miles) into the heart of
the mountain, with no end yet in sight! |
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Teotihuacan
At one time the biggest city in the Americas, nearby
Teotihuacan is the most important and popular archeological
zone in Central Mexico. Principal attractions include
the Pyramid of the Moon and the Pyramid of the Sun,
the second-largest pyramid in the New World. |
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Xochicalco
and Hacienda de Cortes
Located 42 kilometers (26 miles) south of Cuernavaca,
Xochicalco is one of the most important archeological
zones in Morelos state. Visitors can see pyramids,
temples, palaces, ball courts, sweat baths, and
circular altars among other notable structures.
The excursion ends at the Hacienda de Cortes, where
the conqueror of Mesoamerica retired in his later
years. |
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Tepoztlan
and Hacienda de Cortes
Tepoztlan is a typical Mexican pueblo situated at
the foot of a mountain. You will visit a native
folk market as well as the birthplace of the principal
God of the Aztec culture—Quetzalcoatl (the
feather serpent). The excursion also ends at the
Hacienda de Cortes, where the conqueror of Mesoamerica
retired in his later years. |
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Xochimilco
Gardens and Dolores Olmedo Museum
Named by the Aztecs "the place where the flowers
grow," Xochimilco is a local favorite famous for
its colorful gardens and traditional boats. The
Dolores Olmedo Museum is housed in a great colonial
building on the garden grounds, and holds the largest
private art collection of Diego Rivera and Frida
Kahlo. |
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Taxco
A 45-minute drive from Cuernavaca, Taxco is Mexico’s
famous city of silver. This antique colonial mining
center was built on the side of a mountain, and
is characterized by narrow, winding cobblestone
streets and houses with red-tiled roofs. No matter
where you point your camera here, you’re sure
to get a fascinating picture! |
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Puebla
and Cholula
Once the principal stopping point en route to Veracruz
(Mexico’s main port city), Puebla is now Mexico’s
fifth-largest city. Much of its wealth and architecture
from the 19th century can still be seen today. Nearby
Cholula is one of the oldest continuously occupied
cities in the western hemisphere. Characterized
by its multitude of colonial Catholic churches,
it is also home to the Great Pyramid of Cholula,
one of the world's largest Pre-Columbian pyramids. |
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Mexico
City Museo de Antropologia
The largest museum in Mexico, the Museum of Anthropology
in Mexico City houses a broad collection of works
from the rise to the fall of all Mesoamerican cultures
including the Aztec, Mayan and Nahuatl. |
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Weekend
Trip to Acapulco
A three-day and two-night visit, this excursion
takes students to Acapulco on the southern Pacific
coast. You’ll stay in a four-star hotel as
you enjoy the area’s beautiful beaches and
lively nightlife. |
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Cuernavaca |
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Intensive
Executive Program
In
response to the increasing need for executives to
speak and understand Spanish, we offer an extremely
accelerated Intensive Executive Program. The program
has been designed specifically to fit the busy schedules
of business executives and managers, enabling them
to communicate in Spanish within a short period
of time. The course is suitable for all levels from
beginners to advanced students, and for individuals
or groups. |
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Medical Spanish
Through
this intensive Spanish language and culture program,
nurses, doctors, and other health care professionals
will develop skills to enhance their effectiveness
in communicating with Hispanic patients. The curriculum
includes terms and information specific to the health
field. Physicians, nurses, physician's assistants,
clinical psychologists, paramedics, social workers,
lab technicians, and students majoring in a health
care profession can reach a very practical level
of Spanish in about two weeks. |
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Spanish
for Airline and Travel Personnel
This
course combines the school’s intensive language
and cultural program with an emphasis is on vocabulary
useful for airlines and travel agencies. Travel
industry personnel will develop knowledge of the
Spanish language and gain fluency in communicating
with their Hispanic clients. In addition, you will
work towards having the proficiency to successfully
complete company language exams. Airlines such as
Lufthansa have approved this program. |
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Intensive
Spanish Bilingual Teachers Program
This
program is designed to supplement and perfect the
Spanish language skills of teachers who interact
with students who speak Spanish as their native
language. |
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Intensive
High School Program
The
school is dedicated to offering high school students
the best atmosphere for learning while allowing
them to enjoy their stay in Cuernavaca. The Intensive
High School Program helps students develop their
communication abilities through interactive learning
activities.
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primary objective of this course is to emphasize
the practical use of language skills, and students
will have many opportunities to practice their knowledge
through conversation workshop activities such as
games and real-life situations. |
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Children's Program
Combine
a family vacation with a Spanish course! While you
are in class, your children will be nearby learning
Spanish with other children of the same age group.
The Children's Program is a fun way to start learning
a foreign language at a young age and to meet children
from other cultures.
Designed
for children ages 4 to 12, the program focuses on
communication and offers a variety of daily activities
led by professional instructors. At the end of their
stay, parents will receive a report of their children's
progress while the children enjoy a graduation party.
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Senior Program
Participants
in the Senior Program attend intensive Spanish language
classes and culture courses to meet their individual
interests, profession, and Spanish proficiency level.
The program emphasizes vocabulary and conversational
role-plays to maximize the effectiveness of language
instruction. Social and cultural activities that
fit the participant's needs and interests are also
included. |
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DELE Preparation
The DELE (Diploma de Espanol como Lengua Extranjera) is the only certificate for non-native speakers recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. This diploma is of great international value for those who plan to attend a Spanish university or work in a Spanish-speaking environment.
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Latin American Studies
Truly
mastering a foreign language involves much more
than just grammar and pronunciation; it’s also essential
to immerse yourself in the culture. For this reason,
the school offers an optional course in Latin American
Studies. Lectures and classes on such topics as
literature, civilization, art, and history introduce
students to Mexican and other Latin American cultures.
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classes are designed to complement the regular intensive
Spanish program, and are given by master's and doctoral-level
specialists, each of whom is distinguished in his
or her respective area. Students can sign up for
one to six weeks of classes. Credit from the local
university is available for 4-week and 6-week courses. |
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Internships
The school offers
a unique opportunity to complement your Intensive
Spanish Study Program with a local internship. Students
will not only gain valuable work experience, but
will also be able to explore a particular field
from the viewpoint of the Mexican culture. It is
possible to receive credit for participation in
the internship. |
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Cuernavaca |
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James R. Jones
Ambassador,
US Embassy, Mexico City |
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a great pleasure and a stimulating learning experience
to participate in language training [at this school]." |
Jane Blackburn Bornemeier
USA |
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I was thrilled with my ability to carry on conversations
with other students, my family, taxi drivers, shopkeepers,
real people who showed great kindness to a beginner."
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Keith Bowler
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"As an International
Sales Manager for a multinational manufacturer, I was
delighted that the accelerated executive course in Cuernavaca,
Mexico, exceeded my expectations. I would sincerely
invite any executive that requires conversational fluency,
in the shortest amount of time, to begin their journey
as I did in Cuernavaca, Mexico."
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| Mae Margaret Madsen |
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of excellent education and my excellent housing arrangement
has given me the desire to return in the future to improve
my Spanish. Thank you for providing an excellent program." |
Dr. James J Horn
USA |
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"As a university
program coordinator, my main concerns are quality of
instruction and diversity of programming, and I know
of no better language school and ... I recommend it
enthusiastically and without reservation."
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Kathleen Backalukas
USA |
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"I highly recommend
this school to other school districts seeking to provide
their teachers and, in turn, their students with an
exceptionally positive language and cultural experience."
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Steven K. Lawrence
Vice-President, Pepsi-Cola
International-Latin America, USA |
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posible poder aprender tanto en tan poco tiempo...fue
una experiencia fantástica que recomendaría
a cualquier persona de negocios que verdaderamente quiera
aprender español."
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Cuernavaca |
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| Course |
1 week |
2 weeks |
3 weeks |
4 weeks |
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| Immersion (40hrs/wk incl lunch) |
$1250.00 |
$2500.00 |
$3750.00 |
$5000.00 |
$1250.00 |
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| Private 6 (30 hrs/wk) |
$800.00 |
$1600.00 |
$2400.00 |
$3200.00 |
$800.00 |
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| Group (20hrs/wk) |
$235.00 |
$470.00 |
$705.00 |
$940.00 |
$235.00 |
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| Group + (20hrs/grp/wk + 10hrs/priv/wk) |
$450.00 |
$900.00 |
$1350.00 |
$1800.00 |
$450.00 |
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| Course |
1 week |
2 weeks |
3 weeks |
4 weeks |
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Host Family |
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| Immersion (40hrs/wk incl lunch) |
$1408 |
$2843 |
$4278 |
$5713 |
$1408 |
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| Private 6 (30 hrs/wk) |
$958 |
$1943 |
$2928 |
$3913 |
$958 |
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| Group (20hrs/wk) |
$393 |
$813 |
$1233 |
$1653 |
$393 |
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| Group + (20hrs/grp/wk + 10hrs/priv/wk) |
$608 |
$1243 |
$1878 |
$2513 |
$608 |
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Residence |
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| Immersion (40hrs/wk incl lunch) |
$1527 |
$3054 |
$4581 |
$6109 |
$1527 |
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| Private 6 (30 hrs/wk) |
$1077 |
$2154 |
$3231 |
$4309 |
$1077 |
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| Group (20hrs/wk) |
$512 |
$1024 |
$1536 |
$2049 |
$512 |
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| Group + (20hrs/grp/wk + 10hrs/priv/wk) |
$727 |
$1454 |
$2181 |
$2909 |
$727 |
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| Notes |
 Books are purchased at the school (approx. $30-$50.)
Airport pickup from Mexico City is $80 ($90 if two people to same address).
It is recommended that students arrive on Saturday to attend the optional Saturday orientation from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Group+ is 15 hours of private and 15 hours of group lessons per week
A class hour is 50 minutes.
Group is 6 hours a day
Immersion is 45 private lessons per week and includes lunch
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