Project Summary

Looking to fill up your summer with exceptional adventures while getting ahead in your studies?
Participate in our Summer Study Abroad and Service. It will allow you to earn up to 8 credits towards your university degree, give back to the local community by volunteering with Kaya for two weeks after your classes and live a journey of a lifetime discovering the beautiful hidden treasures of Cusco, Peru!

This Study Abroad and Service is the perfect way to avoid wasting the summer away by accumulating credits towards your degree while traveling and exploring the historic town of Cusco, once the capital of the Inca Empire. Located close to the Machu Picchu, your weekend promises to be filled with adventures as you will be able to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World. After you complete your five weeks of classes, you will be able to volunteer within the community. You will be helping to make a difference to some less fortunate families while immersing yourself completely in Peruvian lifestyle.

Located close to the Machu Picchu, your weekend promises to be filled with adventures as you will be able to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World. After you complete your five weeks of classes, you will be able to volunteer within the community. You will be helping to make a difference to some less fortunate families while immersing yourself completely in Peruvian lifestyle.

Throughout the summer, you will have the option to stay with a homestay family or in student housing (extra fee applies) or a combination of both.

Why choose this Study Abroad and Service?

If you want to earn additional credits but the idea of staying on your campus back home for the entire summer is daunting, Kaya’s Summer Study Abroad and Service in Peru program is for you!

You can earn up to 8 credits during the summer while either living with a homestay or on campus. Your classes will be held in the heart of Cusco at Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola. You will have the change to immerse yourself into the local Peruvian culture for 7 weeks long. First, you will be interacting with local professors, local students and a local family if you choose to stay in a homestay. Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola attracts students from all over the world, so you won’t be alone! And after your courses are complete, you will also be able to give something back to the local community through your volunteering. Some of the volunteering might involve building greenhouses, or help cooking for a childcare centre, or assist in the delivering of educational workshops to educate the local community about a particular topic (nutrition, gender equality, microfinance), etc. This is a great and innovative way to build up your resume! Kaya placement advisor will work with you to identify the best volunteer opportunity depending on your skills and interests.

Which Classes Can I take?

You can take up to 2 courses during the Summer Study Abroad and Service in Peru program. The courses are available either in English or Spanish (depending on your level) and are very interactive as they include a variety of field trips with the goal to give a hands-on approach. You will be asked to take a Spanish Placement test upon arrival to evaluate your level of proficiency. Not to worry, classes are also available in English if you’re concerned your Spanish level is not going to “cut it”.

We have customized 4 different tracks for you including Health and Nutrition, Social / Art / Culture, Business / Communication, and Conservation. But you can also mix and match, depending on your degree requirements and interests. We can also arrange for students that want to dedicate their 5 weeks doing research. Please speak to your advisor for more information.

Click on the following links for the description of each speciality tracks:
Health and Nutrition
Social / Art / Culture
Business / Communication
Conservation

A full list of available courses is available here.

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