Chile

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Chile offers interesting history, cultural heritage, and diverse landscapes stretching from the arid Atacama Desert in the north to the stunning glaciers of Patagonia. Major cities like Santiago, Valparaíso, and Concepción are vibrant hubs of art, history, and innovation.

Chile has a strong educational system, with several universities recognized for their academic excellence and research opportunities. In addition to its academic offerings, Chile is famous for its culinary delights, wine production, and outdoor adventures, including hiking, skiing, and exploring national parks. The country's rich history and cultural heritage are reflected in its festivals, music, and traditions, making it an enriching place for international students. Overall, studying in Chile presents a great opportunity to experience a blend of academic growth and cultural immersion.

Our two exchange universities are both located in the capital city of Santiago:

  • Universidad de Chile (UChile)
  • Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC Chile)

You can find comprehensive instructions for going on exchange under the Study Abroad theme.

 

 

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC Chile)
Universidad de Chile (UChile)

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC Chile)

Who can apply?

  • Students of all faculties
  • Bachelor’s and Master’s students
  • Students with Spanish or English skills at least on level B2 (NB! A very limited number of courses in English available in just few fields.)
  • Students with minimum GPA of 3,75  
Faculties with restrictions to exchange students
  • Music: only theoretical courses
  • Health Sciences: Medicine has clinical rotations program and limited number of courses. See details here Odontology and nursing are not open, other health sciences access only to regular courses, reviewed case-by-case
  • Economic and Administrative Sciences: Only open to applicants that fulfill all the prerequisites
  • Psychology: only 2-4 year courses available
  • Biological Sciences: Marine biology is not open
  • Art: Only open to arts majors. Practical courses have fees for materials.
  • Architecture: Not open to UH students
  • Sports: You will need to bring your own equipment
  • Theater: If you are interested in taking practical courses, you will need to include a video of you doing a monologue in Spanish to your application.

What can you study here?

  • Information on courses. -->  Most courses in Spanish. A very limited number of courses in English available in just few fields. For courses in English filter using the field "Idioma en que se imparte el curso" and select inglés.
  • Mostly undergraduate (Bachelor’s level) courses, with some exceptions. Master’s students can also participate in undergraduate courses if the courses can be recognised for their degree. Undergraduate students can only select undergraduate level courses.
  • A list of Faculties at UC Chile

How many credits do you need to complete?

Minimum 40 local credits per term.
1 UC Chile credit = 0,6 ECTS.

Terms

March - July / August - December

Housing, costs and fees

Housing (depending on type, size and furnishings e.g. room in a shared apartment or a private furnished apartment) US$ 280-900

  • Food US$ 200-400
  • Transportation US$ 60-80
  • Study supplies US$ 100-160

Other important matters

Academic year starts in March. If you want to apply for an academic year, notice that the exchange period is March-December.

Exchange opportunities available 

3 students for one academic year or 6 students for one term

Universidad de Chile (UChile)

Who can apply?

  • Students of all faculties
  • Bachelor’s and Master’s students. At the start of the exchange, student has to have completed at least two years of studies.
  • Students with Spanish skills at least on level B1
  • Students with minimum GPA of 3,2
Faculties not open to exchange students
  • Medicine
  • Odontology

What can you study here?

How many credits do you need to complete?

Minimum 25 local credits per term.
1 UChile credit = 1 ECTS.

Terms

March-July / August-December

Housing, costs and fees

Estimate on average monthly costs (housing and food) ca US$ 800 - US$ 1000. Universidad de Chile does not have dormitories for exchange students, but they will assist exchange students in finding accommodation.

Other important matters

Academic year starts in March. If you want to apply for an academic year, notice that the exchange period is March-December.

Exchange opportunities available 

2 students for one academic year or 4 students for one term