Peru

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC) — one of South America’s most prestigious universities — educates, researches, and promotes knowledge, culture, and development. Located in the capital city of Lima, UPC prides itself on its creativity and innovation, being the first global university in Peru. Not only is Lima physically beautiful, but it also offers a unique blend of cultural history and global modernization.

Program Highlights:

  • UPC offers more than 30 areas of study within hospitality and tourism management, architecture, contemporary arts, health sciences, humane sciences, communications, law, economics, business and engineering.
  • Lima is on the coast of the Pacific and is one of the largest desert towns in the world, making the contrasts of the city striking. 
  • Near the pre-Inca pyramids that survived the Spanish conquest and modern civilization are beautifully restored colonial mansions dating back to the 17th century.

Program Details

Application Deadline & Important Dates

Please submit the following documents to Josh Fess in the Center for International Education:

  • Copy of official transcripts
  • Letter of presentation from Nazareth; must state the program you are currently enrolled in
  • Passport copy
  • Passport-sized photo in color (.jpeg extension, white background, facing forward)
  • Copy of flight reservation for visa purposes
  • UPC Course Application Form
Course Information

UPC offers several courses in English for those who do not speak proficiently in Spanish. 

Costs and Financial Aid

You pay Nazareth University tuition and retain your full Nazareth financial aid packages (excluding work study).

Living Accommodations

UPC will assist you in securing private rental accommodations or host family arrangements near the campus; utilities and food may or may not be included. You are responsible for arranging and paying for room and board.

Travel & Documents

Students will be responsible for arranging and paying for their round trip airfare. Nazareth University will advise all students of the best flight connections for timely arrival at the destination of study. Students will arrive on a normal tourist visa to Peru.

All students will need a valid passport that continues to be valid at least six months after the conclusion of the semester program in Peru.

It is necessary to take proof of health insurance coverage, as well as your Nazareth student ID, and a second form of official ID, such as a Driver's License.

Vaccination Guidance

Visit the following sites to see the recommended immunizations and medications for your program. Talk with your family and your physician to understand which ones you may need to travel. 

CDC 

Passport Health

U.S. State Department

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    At A Glance

    Term: Fall and Spring

    Program Level: Undergraduate

    Program Type: Academic

    Major(s): Arts, Law, Business, Communications, and Economics

    Language Requirement: Spanish

    Minimum GPA Requirement: 2.5