Central College Abroad: Merida, Mexico
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Merida's food is a fusion of Spanish, Lebanese, ancient Aztec and Mayan descent. It is very unique and very tasty.
Central College
academic affiliate universities
Advanced language students have a very unique immersion opportunity with the ability to enroll in up to two courses alongside Yucatecan students at local universities. Choose from Marista University, Modelo University and/or Autonomous University of the Yucatan (UADY). Course work is available in the following areas:
| UADY | Marista University | Modelo University |
| Archaeology | Accounting | Business admin |
| Anthropology | Architecture | Communication |
| Economics | Environmental Science | Graphic design |
| Education | Interior design | Information technology |
| Exercise science | Marketing | |
| History | Psychology | |
| International business | ||
| Latin American lit |
Autonomous University of the Yucatan (fall only)
Autonomous University of the Yucatan (UADY) offers 40 degrees within the main university and is the largest of Central’s affiliates with an enrollment of approximately 20,000 students. Coursework in anthropology and archeology are appealing options because of Merida’s location among some of the most important archaeological sites of the ancient Mayan civilizations. The UADY Latin American literature program is a popular choice for Spanish majors. For course listings, visit our course catalog.
Marista University
Marista is a private, Catholic university, currently enrolling 1,500 students. This university is known for making community service an integral part of a student’s education. Marista is a popular choice for business, architecture and psychology students, among others. For course listings, visit our course catalog.
Modelo University
Modelo is a private university, with an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students. Modelo offers a variety of programs ranging from communication and graphic design to business administration. This university is a popular choice for students with an interest in pursuing international business. For course listings, visit our course catalog.
