Santiago's
larger universities are happy to accept foreign students, perhaps
because foreign students pay higher tuition than Chilean students.
You can either enroll in a degree program or attend universities as a
Free International Student (Alumno Libre Internacional). As a
Free International Students, you may choose courses from any of the
university’s departments, providing you fulfill the general
requirements for each course. To participate in these programs, you
must have a student visa (see student visa section).
The
Pontifical Catholic University (Pontificia Universidad Católica
de Chile) offers courses specifically designed for foreigners.
The university also offers a comprehensive introductory course on
Chilean history and culture for about US$200. See the university's
web site for details. The university's Extension Center (Centro de
Extensión) offers cultural activities and some classes.
The
University of Chile (Universidad
de Chile) is Chile's
largest university. It offers a wide variety of Spanish classes for
foreigners that you can take if you enroll as a Free International
Student.
There are many smaller private universities that
also offer programs for expatriates. These universities tend to cost
more than larger universities.
Addresses
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Alameda Bernardo O'Higgins 340
Santiago Centro
(2) 222-4516
Fax: (2) 222-5515
Metro Station Universidad Católica
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Alameda Bernardo O'Higgins 1058
Santiago Centro
(2) 678-2000
Fax: (2) 678-1012
Metro Station Universidad de ChileUniversidad Diego Portales
Ejército 412
Santiago Centro
(2) 676-2000
Fax: (2) 676-2112
Metro Station Toesca
http://www.udp.clUniversidad Nacional Andres Bello
República 237
Santiago Centro
(2) 689-5919, (2) 696-6987
Fax: (2) 688-1384
Metro Station República
www.unab.cl
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