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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

uniquely merida

MexicoLocation: Merida, Mexico

Affiliated universities: Marista University, Modelo University, Autonomous University of the Yucatan (UADY)

Central College Abroad course work: Yes

Language prerequisite: None

Language of instruction: English and/or Spanish

Service-learning options: Yes

Internships: Yes

Recent excursions: Historical and cultural sites in the Yucatan including a 5-day trip to the state of Chiapas and visits to Chichen Itza and surrounding colonial villages.

Housing and meals: Live with other Central College Abroad students in Central’s house (a restored governor’s mansion) or choose a homestay option with a Mexican family. Most meals are provided.

Program dates: Fall semester, late August – early-December. Spring semester, late-January – early May.

Average program size: 13 students

Staff to student ratio: 1:7