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University of La Serena
Located about 350 miles north of Santiago, the University of La Serena has over 8,000 students enrolled. The university is set up in semesters with the first semester starting in March and the second semester starting in August. All the classes are spoken in Spanish so students who study abroad here need to have some command in the language so they can participate in daily activities. If you are interested in learning more about Chile and want to improve your language skills then the University of La Serena is the right place for you.
University of Viña del Mar
http://www.uvm.cl/oiie/index.shtml
Founded November 21, 1988, the Universidad de Viña del Mar (UVM) is a private institution of higher education with approximately 5,000 enrolled students and not too many Americans. It is a good place to integrate with Chilean students, and receive personal attention from the faculty and International Office.
Viña del Mar (known as simply "Viña" to Chileans) is both a thriving city as well as a major vacation destination. Located about 70 miles northwest of Santiago in the Valparaíso region and province, it is Chile's fourth largest city. Besides being known for its beaches, Viña del Mar draws both tourists and locals to the numerous parks and fountains that are found throughout the city. Rich in flowers and plants, Viña's most famous bed of flowers in the city is the Reloj de Flores, a large clock made up of flowering plants.
The weather is also an attraction for many, including the President of Chile who keeps a home in Viña, since the summers aren't too hot and the winters aren't too cold. The mild and enjoyable climate makes Viña a perfect environment for the abundance of gardens, palm trees, and banana trees-and students-that make up the city.