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Qusqu that's the Quecha name for Cusco - is the center of modern indigenous culture in Peru, so you'll learn a ton about South America outside of the classroom. Join Semester in Cusco at 11,500 feet in an incredible city with a vibrant culture. Start getting excited about:
* Immersing yourself in Spanish - The way to learn Spanish is t... read moreQusqu that's the Quecha name for Cusco - is the center of modern indigenous culture in Peru, so you'll learn a ton about South America outside of the classroom. Join Semester in Cusco at 11,500 feet in an incredible city with a vibrant culture. Start getting excited about:
* Immersing yourself in Spanish - The way to learn Spanish is to immerse yourself in it, and that's just what you'll do on Semester in Cusco!
* The impressive Sacred Valley - Imagine a region filled with stunning mountain views, Quechua-speaking communities, and llamas. On the weekends, you'll get to explore this diverse region's salt flats, market towns, ancient ruins, and more. It's all a short, inexpensive trip from downtown Cusco.
* Machu Picchu - This famous site was recently picked as one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. Come discover why!
* A colonial city filled with history - Cusco is full of pre-Hispanic and colonial history, which often overlap in fascinating ways. Churches built on pre-Inca spiritual sites, European-esque paintings of the Last Supper that include Andean regional cuisine, and leafy Spanish-style plazas atop Incan stone represent the dynamism of this city that you can easily make your own. Less
Studying in Cusco, Peru was an awesome experience! So may tourists pass through Cusco on the way to Machu Picchu, but getting the opportunity to live there was a totally different (and in my opinion, better) experience. Of course, it's what you make of it. Practice speaking in Spanish as much as possible, try new foods, travel to new places. Be open minded and humble about what you experience, and you'll have an amazing time! Read more
My time in Cusco, Peru was absolutely Incredible. My homestay was the nicest, most open and friendly family I could have hoped for, and the campus of USIL is gorgeous and located right near the center of the city, where everything is happening. The professors at USIL are also incredible, though at time the administration can be a little disorganized. In general, though, I'd give the whole program an A or A- in it's totality, because the very few ... Read more
I had a great time travelling around the cusco area. There is an amazingly diverse amount of people living in the city. The mountains are beautiful, the culture is rich, and theres something new to see and learn everyday. Read more
I was homesick the whole time. I didn't really enjoy this semester, but it was the test to see if I would like to live abroad studying Anthropology. It was great for some, but not me. Read more
When in Cusco you can tell when someone does not belong. Most of the locals will stare at tourists, some even asking to take pictures with them. It was very hard to get used to this. However, most of the people I encountered were very friendly and it was very easy to bargain with vendors at the markets. There were lots of restaurants that were not Peruvian food, so in case you get sick of all the rice, chicken, and potatoes there is always a rest... Read more
I had a great time during my study abroad in Cusco, Peru. I learned so much about the history and subsequently about the culture and was able to visit some amazing places. I made great friends here and am definitely glad I came here for the semester. However, like anything, there are down sides. I had little opportunity to make friends with locals. I think this is because it is such a touristy city that locals don't take the time to get to know t... Read more
Cusco is an amazing town for cultural immersion. The local people are friendly, especially in the rural outskirts and in the mountains. The scenery is stunning, I suggest taking hikes whenever you can if you`re staying in Cusco. There is so much to be learned about history and the Spanish language, you just have to go out and participate in as many activities and in Cusquño daily life as possible. Read more
Cusco is an amazing town for cultural immersion. The local people are friendly, especially in the rural outskirts and in the mountains. The scenery is stunning, I suggest taking hikes whenever you can if you`re staying in Cusco. There is so much to be learned about history and the Spanish language, you just have to go out and participate in as many activities and in Cusquño daily life as possible. Read more
I had a great time during my study abroad in Cusco, Peru. I learned so much about the history and subsequently about the culture and was able to visit some amazing places. I made great friends here and am definitely glad I came here for the semester. However, like anything, there are down sides. I had little opportunity to make friends with locals. I think this is because it is such a touristy city that locals don't take the time to get to know t... Read more
My time in Cusco, Peru was absolutely Incredible. My homestay was the nicest, most open and friendly family I could have hoped for, and the campus of USIL is gorgeous and located right near the center of the city, where everything is happening. The professors at USIL are also incredible, though at time the administration can be a little disorganized. In general, though, I'd give the whole program an A or A- in it's totality, because the very few ... Read more
Studying in Cusco, Peru was an awesome experience! So may tourists pass through Cusco on the way to Machu Picchu, but getting the opportunity to live there was a totally different (and in my opinion, better) experience. Of course, it's what you make of it. Practice speaking in Spanish as much as possible, try new foods, travel to new places. Be open minded and humble about what you experience, and you'll have an amazing time! Read more
I had a great time travelling around the cusco area. There is an amazingly diverse amount of people living in the city. The mountains are beautiful, the culture is rich, and theres something new to see and learn everyday. Read more
I was homesick the whole time. I didn't really enjoy this semester, but it was the test to see if I would like to live abroad studying Anthropology. It was great for some, but not me. Read more
When in Cusco you can tell when someone does not belong. Most of the locals will stare at tourists, some even asking to take pictures with them. It was very hard to get used to this. However, most of the people I encountered were very friendly and it was very easy to bargain with vendors at the markets. There were lots of restaurants that were not Peruvian food, so in case you get sick of all the rice, chicken, and potatoes there is always a rest... Read more
Studying in Cusco, Peru was an awesome experience! So may tourists pass through Cusco on the way to Machu Picchu, but getting the opportunity to live there was a totally different (and in my opinion, better) experience. Of course, it's what you make of it. Practice speaking in Spanish as much as possible, try new foods, travel to new places. Be open minded and humble about what you experience, and you'll have an amazing time! Read more
My time in Cusco, Peru was absolutely Incredible. My homestay was the nicest, most open and friendly family I could have hoped for, and the campus of USIL is gorgeous and located right near the center of the city, where everything is happening. The professors at USIL are also incredible, though at time the administration can be a little disorganized. In general, though, I'd give the whole program an A or A- in it's totality, because the very few ... Read more
I had a great time travelling around the cusco area. There is an amazingly diverse amount of people living in the city. The mountains are beautiful, the culture is rich, and theres something new to see and learn everyday. Read more
I was homesick the whole time. I didn't really enjoy this semester, but it was the test to see if I would like to live abroad studying Anthropology. It was great for some, but not me. Read more
When in Cusco you can tell when someone does not belong. Most of the locals will stare at tourists, some even asking to take pictures with them. It was very hard to get used to this. However, most of the people I encountered were very friendly and it was very easy to bargain with vendors at the markets. There were lots of restaurants that were not Peruvian food, so in case you get sick of all the rice, chicken, and potatoes there is always a rest... Read more
I had a great time during my study abroad in Cusco, Peru. I learned so much about the history and subsequently about the culture and was able to visit some amazing places. I made great friends here and am definitely glad I came here for the semester. However, like anything, there are down sides. I had little opportunity to make friends with locals. I think this is because it is such a touristy city that locals don't take the time to get to know t... Read more
Cusco is an amazing town for cultural immersion. The local people are friendly, especially in the rural outskirts and in the mountains. The scenery is stunning, I suggest taking hikes whenever you can if you`re staying in Cusco. There is so much to be learned about history and the Spanish language, you just have to go out and participate in as many activities and in Cusquño daily life as possible. Read more
