CIEE High School Summer Abroad

The CIEE High School Summer Abroad program is great for high school students who are interested in achieving Spanish fluency while learning about Mexican culture. Through this trip, approved students explore the rich cultural traditions of modern-day Mexico and also of the ancient Mayan civilization that once occupied this area around Merida.

All participants undergo a placement test to establish what level of program they will attend, ranging from the basics to discussions on social and academic topics for the most advanced.

The immersion starts and ends daily with the host family that students are placed with. Every day features ample opportunities to practice with native speakers at home, in the classroom, and throughout the community of Merida. During the weekends, students participate in day trips and excursions to some of the nearby attractions of cultural significance.

Students receive over 60 hours of formal instruction from native-speaking teachers, four college credits, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience abroad that they'll be talking about for years.