IFSA-Buenos Aires: Psychology and Neuroscience
Program Details
| Program Location |
Buenos Aires, Argentina
|
| Sponsor |
IFSA-Butler |
| Program Type |
Co-sponsored |
| Course # |
SA 34016
|
| Duration |
Semester
|
| Upcoming Program Dates |
| Spring 2025 |
01/19/25 to 05/10/25
|
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
Discover a new perspective on mental health
Explore psychology, neuroscience, and more in Argentina, where mental health is viewed without stigma - and there are more psychologists per capita than in any other country.
Get settled in a homestay or modern apartment and take classes in English at IFSA's Program Center in Buenos Aires. There's plenty of time to explore the city known for its dynamic cultural scene, passion for tango, and fondness for late nights. You'll learn the essential language skills you need to savor empanadas and morcipan along the way.
Options for internships and volunteering help you gain insights and experience to guide your career path as you connect wiht fellow porteños, port city dwellers.
Your semester includes unforgettable excursions and day trips. Explore amazing destinations like Colon, San Antonio de Areco, and Uribelarrea, and experience Argentine life and culture beyond Buenos Aires, with no added cost!
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
This program is sponsored by:
IFSA-Butler.
Eligibility
No previous Spanish is required to take classes, but students interested in internship or directed research options should have four semesters of university-level Spanish, or equivalent language ability.
GPA Requirement:
2.0 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Liberal Arts] [
College of Health and Human Sciences]
Specifically from:
PSY (HHS)
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Academic Program
IFSA’s Study in Buenos Aires program provides a compelling curriculum that’s taught in English and focuses on psychology, neuroscience, and Spanish. Crafted for U.S. degree requirements and contemporary hot topics, you can select four to five IFSA classes for a total of 12-16 U.S. semester credit hours.
For students with little to no Spanish background, you can enroll in a 1-credit Essential Spanish course to learn key words and phrases for venturing out into the city and communicating effectively. Students who have already studied Spanish can continue their learning with 3-credit Spanish classes.
Classes may vary by semester based on faculty availability and student interest.
Please see IFSA's website for the most up-to-date class offerings.
Students may also participate in directed research or an internship that places them with a local non-profit organization or company (4 semesters of Spanish required).
Excursions
IFSA excursions are included in your total program fee and though these are optional, most students choose to participate. They vary each term based on availability, but excursions may include:
- Tigre Delta del Parana Trip: This overnight excursion to the Tigre Delta includes a boat ride and offers a glimpse into the contrasts between wetlands and island living and the big-city life in Buenos Aires.
- Jujuy Trip: Embark on an unforgettable two-night trip to Jujuy, where the breathtaking landscapes of Argentina's northwestern province awaits. Experience the vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty of this region, from the multi-hued hills of the Quebrada de Huma Huaca, to the serene salt flats of Salinas Grandes.
Housing
HOMESTAY
A homestay is with a local family and includes two meals per day. You will typically have a single bedroom with a bed, shared bathroom, and a desk or other designated place to study. Laundry is included.
APARTMENTS
Students who choose this option live in modern, furnished apartments selected by IFSA in the Palermo Chico neighborhood. Palermo Chico is part of the larger Palermo area in the northeast part of the city. It’s a safe neighborhood, known for diversity, green spaces, and upscale restaurants and shops.
There are two options. You can share a two-bedroom apartment with one other IFSA student or choose a single studio space with kitchen and bathroom. Please keep in mind that both apartment options include an additional fee.
Estimated Program Costs
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program. The Program Fee includes tuition, emergency medical insurance, on-site orientation and airport pick-up, excursions, and activities.
The Housing Fee includes housing with a host family and two meals per day. If you choose an IFSA Apartment you will be charged an additional housing fee ($4,300) and should budget additional money for meals.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Spring 2025
|
Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue
and Co-sponsor
|
| Program Fee |
$11,675.00
|
| Study Abroad Fee |
$914.10 |
| Housing |
$4,400.00 |
| Purdue International Insurance (per month) |
$32.00 |
| Program Discount for Purdue Students |
- $2,000.00 |
|
Approximate additional costs per semester
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,600.00 |
| Local Transportation |
$144.00 |
| Visa |
$160.00 |
| Books and Supplies |
$15.00 |
| Meals |
$900.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$557.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
Application Deadlines
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline
|
| Fall Semester Programs |
Mar 1 |
| Spring Semester Programs |
Sep 15 |
Returnees Information
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383
or email
studyabroad@purdue.edu.
