merida photo
I have never felt so alive as I did when I was in Merida. Seeing the ruins, excursions to the Caribbean and just hanging out in the city were some of the best experiences I have ever had. I will never forget the time I spent in Mexico. Every day when I look at my pictures hanging on my wall, I know that the experiences and knowledge I gained will be with me forever.
– Marissa Gawloski
Susquehanna University

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.