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Locations: Lima, Peru
Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2026	12/01/2025 **	Rolling Admission	03/16/2026	07/19/2026
Fall	2026	06/01/2026 **	Rolling Admission	08/10/2026	12/13/2026
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Area of Study:	ACCY-Accountancy, ANTH-Anthropology, ART-Art, ARTD-Art Design and Media Arts, ARTH-Art History & Visual Stds, ARTS-Art Studio, BME- Biomedical Engineering, CHEM-Chemistry & Biochemistry, COMS-Communication Studies, CSCI-Computer Science, EAE-Earth, Atmosphere, and Env, ECON-Economics, ELE-Electrical Engineering, ENGL-English, EPFE-Foundations of Educ, FINA-Finance, FLSP-Spanish, HIST-History, INTL-International Programs, LAW-Law, MATH-Mathematical Sciences, MEE-Mechanical Engineering, MGMT-Management, PHIL-Philosophy, PHYS-Physics, POLS-Political Science, PSYC-Psychology, SOCI-Sociology, THEA-Theatre Arts, UBUS-Interdisciplinary Business, UEET-Interdisciplinary Engineering and Engineering Technology, WGSS-Womens, Gender, & Sexuality	Program Features:	Study Abroad
Class Status:	Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore	Housing Options:	Dormitory, Home Stay, Other, Student Responsibility
Language of Instruction:	Spanish	Program Provider:	Worldstrides
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	2.75	Program Advisor:	Jill Vodden

Program Description:

Semester at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

Study at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP), the country's top-ranked university, and experience the best of Lima, Peru--an energetic coastal capital filled with colorful markets, historic neighborhoods, and world-renowned cuisine.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Take courses alongside Peruvian and international students in fields like archaeology, communication, environmental science, and the social sciences
Most courses are taught in Spanish for students with intermediate to advanced proficiency, though a limited number of English-taught options are also available
PUCP's lush campus is located in Lima's San Miguel district and offers a quiet, self-contained environment while still providing easy access to the city center and the coast
Join the Buddy Program or participate in Tándem PUCP, a language exchange initiative that connects international and local students
Enjoy activities such as sandboarding in the desert, exploring ancient ruins, learning about conservation efforts in the Amazon, or feeding alpacas in the Andes

Discover Lima

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

Learn more

How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Gianfranco B.

"Lima is a huge city filled with endless activities, so you'll never be bored. There's something for everyone, between the delicious food, rich history, amazing art, and beautiful beaches. I can't recommend the program in Lima enough; I loved it so much, I'm doing it again this semester!"

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!