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Locations: Valparaiso, Chile; Vina del Mar, Chile
Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	UCM Deadline	Campus Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
IOP Spring	2026	09/08/2025 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed. If the deadline has recently passed, you may wish to complete the Extension Request Form for a possible extension.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	2.50	Housing options:	Home-stay
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study:	Anthropology, Biological sciences, Business administration, Earth and space sciences, International studies, Political science, Sociology, Spanish

Program Description:

Community Engagement in Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

Serve alongside community members and complete integrated coursework designed to foster reflection, build intercultural skills, and deepen your understanding of the social issues shaping Chilean communities today.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Our dedicated team will connect you with a local organization aligned with your interests and goals
Learn from local professionals about healthcare, social services, education, and other essential areas of the community
Complete integrated coursework designed to foster reflection, build intercultural skills, and deepen your understanding of the social issues shaping Chilean communities today
Viña is known for its modernity and beautiful beaches, while Valparaíso is a historic port city covered in tasteful graffiti art and colorful hills
Explore colorful hillside neighborhoods, visit the home of Pablo Neruda, and stroll along coastal boardwalks

Discover Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Ashauna F.

"I started to get a bit homesick around week six, but our Resident Director did an amazing job having these open types of conversations with us, always asking what kind of support we needed and encouraging us to reflect."

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