Latin America Tour Intersession Program
Program Information
- Program Dates: December 12, 2025 - December 23, 2025
- Faculty Program Directors: Dr. Carolina Escudero and Drew Dumas
- For application and scholarship deadlines see our Application Instructions page.
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Spend two weeks traveling in Latin America. Highlights will include visits to Monteverde, Costa Rica, and Buenos Aires, Argentina. The trip will take participants to visit a range of strategic communication agencies, TV stations, sports organizations, environmental reporting locations and eco tourism sites.
Students will gain insight into Latin American journalism and strategic communication practices via coordinated visits to various locations in both locations. Students will have the opportunity to: experience environmental reporting practices through field work in the cloud forest in Costa Rica, visit a top-tier creative firm in Buenos Aires, visit leading news organizations in Argentina, and even spend a morning at the football club of one of Buenos Aires' preeminent soccer clubs.
Experience a variety of food, landscapes, people, and ideas during this tour of two diverse countries!
Students will gain insight into Latin American journalism and strategic communication practices via coordinated visits to various locations in both locations. Students will have the opportunity to: experience environmental reporting practices through field work in the cloud forest in Costa Rica, visit a top-tier creative firm in Buenos Aires, visit leading news organizations in Argentina, and even spend a morning at the football club of one of Buenos Aires' preeminent soccer clubs.
Experience a variety of food, landscapes, people, and ideas during this tour of two diverse countries!
Monteverde, Costa Rica: A mountaintop town settled amidst several cloud forest reserves, this town is a focal point for environmental research and tourism in Central America. Abundant wildlife adds an interesting dynamic to daily life in the township which boasts first-rate scientific research facilities as well as friendly shops, adventure tourism opportunities, astoundingly fresh cuisine, and excellent coffee. Spanish is helpful but not required as the friendly and welcoming citizenry often have strong english language. When you stay in Monteverde, you start and finish your day in the cloud forest but are afforded incredible views of the mountains around you.
Buenos Aires, Argentina: The Paris of South America, the capital city of Argentina is rich with history and boasts a complex culture that has folded in customs and traditions from around the world as it has welcomed immigrants to the city. The city houses vibrant neighborhoods that proudly showcase street art and artists and favors a European cafe culture with a focus on sitting outside and drinking coffee and mate. The city is sports and politics obsessed with one of the greatest rivalries in South American football as well as politically active and engaged citizenry. The culinary landscape is as diverse as its citizenry with influences from around the world.
Buenos Aires, Argentina: The Paris of South America, the capital city of Argentina is rich with history and boasts a complex culture that has folded in customs and traditions from around the world as it has welcomed immigrants to the city. The city houses vibrant neighborhoods that proudly showcase street art and artists and favors a European cafe culture with a focus on sitting outside and drinking coffee and mate. The city is sports and politics obsessed with one of the greatest rivalries in South American football as well as politically active and engaged citizenry. The culinary landscape is as diverse as its citizenry with influences from around the world.
You will earn three upper-level journalism specialty area credit hours on this program (graded A-F). The course will be taught by an MU faculty member and will incorporate the Latin American perspective on journalism, as well as its importance and influence on media worldwide. You will see firsthand how newspapers, magazines, television stations and advertising agencies are run in other countries. Students will complete a final project pertaining to their sequence upon returning from the program.
Undergraduate applicants with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who have completed one full semester on campus. Applicants who will complete their first semester preceding the term for which they are applying will be considered for conditional acceptance to the program.
All students must be in good academic standing. If an applicant has a GPA below a 3.0, a letter of appeal should be included with their application.
Applicants should compose a well-constructed resume and cover letter highlighting technical skills for use in the professional placement process. Students should also consider developing a portfolio to provide, if requested.
All students must be in good academic standing. If an applicant has a GPA below a 3.0, a letter of appeal should be included with their application.
Applicants should compose a well-constructed resume and cover letter highlighting technical skills for use in the professional placement process. Students should also consider developing a portfolio to provide, if requested.
The Missouri School of Journalism attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. It is highly recommended that students outline a budget that considers what they might spend during the program. Students on this program pay MU educational fees (3 credits) as though taking classes on campus for the fall. The cost of the trip includes international travel, ground transportation, lodging, mandatory insurance, and an MU Study Abroad fee, which is applied toward costs associated with orientation programs, administration, and staff assistance.
Program Costs
Total Program Costs: $5,340
Program Fee, Housing, Insurance, and Study Abroad Administration Fee
(Note: Total Program Costs do not include tuition)
Breakdown of total fee:
Program Fee: $4,995
*Program fee includes roundtrip airfare and housing.
MU Mandatory International Health Insurance (GeoBlue): $100
MU Study Abroad Administration Fee: $245
Amounts listed are anticipated costs and are subject to change as a result of international economic factors, decreased student numbers, etc. Budget listed is based on previous fall term and subject to change.
Total Program Costs: $5,340
Program Fee, Housing, Insurance, and Study Abroad Administration Fee
(Note: Total Program Costs do not include tuition)
Breakdown of total fee:
Program Fee: $4,995
*Program fee includes roundtrip airfare and housing.
MU Mandatory International Health Insurance (GeoBlue): $100
MU Study Abroad Administration Fee: $245
Amounts listed are anticipated costs and are subject to change as a result of international economic factors, decreased student numbers, etc. Budget listed is based on previous fall term and subject to change.
Additional Costs
Students will also be responsible for regular tuition and required educational fees associated with 3 credit hours. For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website.
Personal Expenditure Estimates
Meals (per week) $200 - $275
Transportation (for entire program) $90
In addition to the program costs paid to MU, you will have expenses associated with international travel and living abroad. The amounts listed are estimated costs based on current exchange rates and on the information provided to us by past participants. Depending on your personal spending habits, you may spend more or less than the figures provided.
Please note that these expenses do not include vacation travel or sightseeing. All fees are subject to change and without notice.
Students will also be responsible for regular tuition and required educational fees associated with 3 credit hours. For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website.
Personal Expenditure Estimates
Meals (per week) $200 - $275
Transportation (for entire program) $90
In addition to the program costs paid to MU, you will have expenses associated with international travel and living abroad. The amounts listed are estimated costs based on current exchange rates and on the information provided to us by past participants. Depending on your personal spending habits, you may spend more or less than the figures provided.
Please note that these expenses do not include vacation travel or sightseeing. All fees are subject to change and without notice.
You will be staying in safe and accessible accommodation during the trip. Hotels are located in the cities and there are nearby cafes, restaurants, shops, sights and access to public transportation.
The financial aid you normally receive for your classes at MU is usually applicable. Please visit with your Financial Aid Advisor at the MU Student Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) to explore your financial aid options: 573-882-7506.
In addition, the School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester and you can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our website, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Finally, check out our special page on Funding Your Experience for more information including links to our MU Journalism Abroad Travel Scholarship, MUJA Travel Writer Scholarship, external scholarship options, and Steps to Apply for Financial Aid.
In addition, the School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester and you can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our website, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
Finally, check out our special page on Funding Your Experience for more information including links to our MU Journalism Abroad Travel Scholarship, MUJA Travel Writer Scholarship, external scholarship options, and Steps to Apply for Financial Aid.
We have recently altered our application process and are fully paper-based. Information regarding our full process can be found on the "How to Apply" page, which can be accessed via the navigation window or by clicking the button below.
Please remember to hand in all items by the deadline for your individual program.
Please remember to hand in all items by the deadline for your individual program.
Drew Dumas and Daniella Ricciardi are full-time journalism study abroad student advisors. You can schedule an appointment through MU Connect. Please direct program specific inquiries to their email addresses:
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Our office is located at 280 Gannett Hall.
For more information, please visit our Contact page.
[email protected]
[email protected]
Our office is located at 280 Gannett Hall.
For more information, please visit our Contact page.
