Tec de Monterrey-Queretaro

The aqueduct dates back to 1726

The program is open to Purdue students who have completed at least two semesters of university study by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity and a desire to experience another culture.

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.

Students choose from two types of courses offered: courses for international students and regular university courses. Many of these courses are offered in English, so students who lack Spanish proficiency may supplement their intensive Spanish language study with culture and/or business courses related to Mexico.

Students with sufficient Spanish proficiency (usually the equivalent of four semesters of college-level Spanish) may choose from the regular courses offered by Tec. Courses are offered in Agriculture, Management and Business, Food Technology, Humanities, Natural Sciences, Computers, and Social Sciences.

In addition to academic courses, a limited number of unpaid internships are available. The International Programs Office at the Tec assists students in locating internship placements.

Regarding the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program: Click here for a list of the specific classes that have been approved for the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program.

Tec-Queretaro offers a family homestay program. Host families are generally very supportive and help the students learn the language and the culture of Mexico. Tec-Queretaro screens the families carefully before assigning students. The families also go through a cross-cultural training process before housing international students. Housing payment includes 3 meals a day, laundry, room cleaning, up to 3 local phone calls a day, and an individual room (in the summer, the rooms can be shared).

Students who do not want to stay with a family can opt to stay in the Tec residence hall or rent a private room or apartment.

The Tec-Queretaro residence halls are inside campus. There are 80 single or double rooms. Male and female students are on separate floors. The residences also have a 24-hour closed circuit security system. They are equipped with laundry facilities, recreation areas and resident assistance. Staying in the Residence Halls will be both pleasant and safe. Students choosing this option should apply directly to the Residence Hall coordinator.

Students can also try to rent a private room or share an apartment with other Tec or Purdue students studying in Queretaro.

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.

Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are for: Fall 2021

Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should

• direct financial aid inquiries to the Division of Financial Aid on the West Lafayette campus; 
• consult website Study Abroad Financial Aid Process;
• complete and submit the FAFSA by the appropriate deadline.

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.

For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents before or by the application deadline.  Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline.  To insure 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.

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.

The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.

• Program Website
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• Department of State Consular Information
  (You must find Mexico in list)
• CDC Travel Information (You must find Mexico in list)