Snapshot
Dates
| Term | Application Deadline | Confirmation Deadline | Program Start | Program End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | 15 March | 15 April | 10 August 2026 | 13 December 2026 |
| Spring 2027 | 15 October | 1 November | 8 March 2027 | 11 July 2027 |
| Fall 2027 | 15 March | 15 April | 9 August 2027 | 12 December 2027 |
View the WorldStrides website for date details.
Do not make travel arrangements until you have been officially accepted by WorldStrides and the foreign university and they have shared key dates with you.
Students may participate in study abroad anytime after freshman year (or completing 24 college credits post completion of high school)
Note: Students may apply to a program during freshman year, but must have completed freshman year in good standing to participate in the program their sophomore year
About Program
Pontifica Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP)
Founded in 1917, the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) is the oldest private higher educational institution in Peru. The university is fully accredited by the Peruvian Ministry of Education. The university is located on a 43-hectare campus, with a student population of approximately 18,000, and an international student population of 500. The university's teachers, students and graduates are dedicated to the achievement of the highest standards in research and academic work, projecting their work towards the entire national community. The PUCP was ranked first among tertiary educational institutes in Peru by América Economia in 2014.
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Academics
Courses are taken with locals and are taught in Spanish and English. Semester enrollment will consist of 12-16 credits.
- Learn about PUCP course offerings on the Worldstrides website.
- Search for PUCP courses already reviewed at UMD.
- This program counts for the UMD Liberal Education Global Perspectives Requirement
- Study abroad foreign courses must be reviewed at UMD prior to program participation so that you know how they will contribute to your degree progress
- To request disability accommodations, please contact International Programs and Services at [email protected] or 218-726-8764.
Cost Information
- Compare this program cost to UMD's cost of attendance for an academic year
- View a list of all UMD Study Abroad program costs.
If you do not see a cost estimate for the semester/term you intend to go abroad, the cost has not yet been determined. Please note cost estimates and fees may change depending on international economic factors. UMD Study Abroad delays the posting of final fees until enrollments, inflation, and exchange rates are determined in order to provide students with the most accurate pricing. We strive to post final fees by October 1 for Spring programs, March 1 for May/Summer programs, and May 1 for Fall and Academic year programs.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Scholarships
- UMD Scholarships
- Cosponsor program scholarships
- Note: Credits taken on study abroad programs cannot be used toward the Bulldog Bundle.
Financial Aid
Consult with One Stop to see how financial aid can apply to study abroad.
- Receive guidance about all things money-related
- Ask for estimates and budget samples
- Learn when and how financial aid is disbursed
- Ask about other scholarship opportunities & loan info
Plan your budget
Download this Study Abroad Budget Planning Form to estimate costs. Create duplicates to compare this program with others.
Housing
Housing options include homestays, Pensións, or dorms (residencias).
To help you fully immerse in the culture and language, this program offers homestays. Each family has been carefully selected. Pensións consist of a larger home for multiple students. Dorms may or may not consist of your own room with common living spaces.
See the Worldstrides website for more housing details.
Travel Documents
- You are required to have a passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a passport or your passport will expire within 6 months after you will return from abroad, apply for a passport as soon as possible. It can take 2+ months to receive your passport after applying. You can apply for a new passport on-campus at the UMD Passport Acceptance Facility.
- Visa guidance will be provided by Worldstrides.
- Roundtrip airfare should only be purchased after official acceptance from the foreign university is issued.
Program health and safety information
is available at GO SAFE.
