今日看料 in Peru
Starting in Spring 2026, join Xavier’s inaugural semester cohort studying abroad in Lima, Peru! Complete core requirements at Xavier’s partner institution, Universidad Antonio Ruiz de Montoya (UARM). It is a private institution of higher education with a focus on comprehensive and humanistic training. It belongs to the AUSJAL network (Association of Universities Entrusted to the Society of Jesus in Latin America) and the IAJU network (International Association of Jesuit Universities).Why Peru?
Peru is a country with significant cultural diversity and varied geographical landscapes (coastal, desert, jungle and mountains), and also home to 13 UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Machu Picchu.
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Affordable and accessible – Lima has a lower cost of living than Cincinnati and is only one hour behind us in the Central Time Zone.
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World-class cuisine – Peru is famous for its food, with must-try dishes like ceviche, causa, and anything made with the flavorful aji chili pepper.
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Endless adventures – Enjoy a wide range of activities, including soccer, volleyball, surfing, hiking, climbing, and sandboarding.
Coursework
Courses vary each semester, but many will meet one of Xavier's foreign language requirements, theological perspectives, philosophical perspectives, humanities elective, social science elective, creative perspectives, and ERS focus elective. with a study abroad advisor to learn more.
Courses for Spring 2026
- Artistic Appreciation
- Philosophy and Knowledge
- Life Cycle
- History of the Republic of Peru
- Literature and Society
- Ethics and Citizenship
- Spanish Language Courses
Accommodations
Choose between a home-stay or an apartment within walking distance to the UARM campus, groceries stores, cafes, restaurants, a gym, and more.Program Inclusions
- Weeklong orientation with the international office at UARM.
- Student health insurance.
- Academic Counseling.
- Onsite UARM office and Staff.
- Visa guidance.
- UARM pre-arranged housing placement service.
- Volunteer opportunities.
- An internship opportunity.
- Machu Picchu excursion.
Costs and Financing
今日看料's semester study abroad programs cost about the same as a semester on-campus. Students who enroll in Xavier's Semester in Peru program are billed their normal Xavier tuition and may also use their normal aid package.
The CIE is offering scholarships of up to $2,000 for students that apply to this program.
Apply
The application deadline is October 1 for Spring 2026.
Fall 2026 semester applications become available November 2025 and the deadline is March 1, 2026.
Quick Facts about Peru
- Capital City: Lima and nicknamed “The City of Kings”
- Population: 33 million
- Currency: Nuevo Sol
- Languages: Spanish and Quechua
- Government: Federal Republic
- Time Zone: Central
- Country Code: +51
Join Xavier faculty to learn about community, culture and care in Peru! Examine how people work together to ensure the health and education of their community and the role culture plays in this. Students have homestay experiences and will visit archeological ruins throughout the Sacred Valley and Macchu Picchu.
This opportunity is for pre-service teacher education students completing final school based teaching requirements prior to being recommended for certification or licensure as a pre-primary, middle and/or secondary school teacher.
Walk along the Malecon in Miraflores, the cliffside trail and bicycle path showcasing Lima鈥檚 coasts. Spot rare penguins and marine life at the nearby Palomino Islands. Enjoy the many internationally renowned restaurants operating in Lima.
From the Andes mountains and Machu Picchu to the jungles of the Amazon, Peru is home to wonders of the world. Explore the mystery of the Nazca Lines, the splendor of The Rainbow Mountain, and the diverse wildlife of the Ballestas Islands.
Need some more information about Study Abroad? Check out the website.