Universidad Autonoma del Estado de

Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Hildalgo

Eligibility Chestnut Hill College Students

Study Fall and/or Period Spring

Language Spanish/ of English Instruction

Type of Dormitory/ The Location “No Advisory in Effect.” The climatic Housing Apartment The Universidad Autonoma del Estado conditions in Hidalgo are varied and de Hidalgo (UAEH) is the oldest contrasting. In Pachuca, it is dry and educational institution in this region of temperate with an annual average Approxi- Fall: End of Aug– Mexico. This University was temperature of 60°F. Strong winds coming mate January established when the state was from the northeast throughout the year, established; their different stages of have given this the name of “The semester Spring: End of development are reflected in the Windy Beauty.” dates January– May corresponding times of history. Pachuca, formally Pachuca de Soto, is The University the capital of the Mexican state of The Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Hidalgo. It is located in the south- Hidalgo (UAEH) is one of the best CHC since central part of the state. Pachuca de universities in Mexico. As a public partner 2013 Soto is also the name of the institution, it has a commitment with its , located about 90 km from social culture and with our ever changing via Highway 85. Hidalgo is global society. The institution’s mission is Housing Approx. $ 450/ one of the safest locations in Mexico that a quality education is a human right with a security rate about the same as and a public asset which belongs to every Costs month and Vermont. The U.S. person. UAEH is the oldest university in Department of State lists Hidalgo as the State of Hidalgo with a tradition that Page 2 Global Education Office Chestnut Hill College

goes back 142 years, and with 50  Proof of financial solvency, such as credit or years as an autonomous university. debit card statements for the cards you will use UAEH is an institution characterized while in Mexico by reliable authorities who promote Important: Even if you have obtained a student planned work, development, visa at the Mexican Consulate or Embassy in innovation, and continuous your country, you will still need to register it at improvement. The University has an the National Immigration Institute in Hidalgo. For excellent reputation as a strong cost about this procedure (changing or student-centered institution because registering a student visa), please refer to of its safety, stability, peace, and UAEH. tolerance. UAEH respects all opinions Your acceptance package will include details of and political trends, however it is the costs of obtaining or registering a visa in apolitical. The University has Mexico. researchers dedicated to academic excellence with international projection. 100% of Air Travel the academic undergraduate programs are CHC students are responsible for making their own accredited with academic excellence because of travel arrangements. Please see the Global their quality of modern education. At UAEH you Education Office for assistance. will receive an integral education based on values and you will benefit from the numerous cultural, Tuition athletics, physical education, and recreation CHC students continue to pay CHC tuition and fees programs. while attending the Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Hidalgo. Students are billed for tuition Academics and fees plus a Global Education fee. Keep in The University offers courses in Sciences and mind that all financial aid can be applied towards Engineering, Economics and Management, your study in Mexico since you are participating Liberal Arts, Agricultural Sciences, Social with an official CHC sponsored program. Students Sciences and Humanities, and Medicine and do not pay any tuition fees in Mexico. Please note Health Science. Students can take classes in you will pay for your own room and board, any Spanish and English. travel, personal expenses, and activities you participate in. Housing As an exchange student, UAEH will assist you Academic Calendar in housing placements on campus or in shared The term for the autumn semester begins late studio apartments. August through late December. The spring semester begins mid-January and runs through late June. Visas It is required by law to all students studying in Health Insurance Mexico for more than 2 months to obtain a FM3 All CHC students are required to maintain health student visa. Summer internships, even if they are insurance while abroad. All CHC students also for less than 2 months, will also require a student MUST purchase an ISIC card prior to study abroad. visa. Students studying in Mexico for 2 months or You may find out your current health insurance does less can obtain a tourist visa. It is acceptable for not cover travel overseas. Your health insurance some nationalities to enter Mexico with a tourist carrier must provide written verification of your visa and then change it in Mexico to a FM3 coverage. The Global Education Office can assist student visa. The International Office at UAEH will you in purchasing supplemental coverage. help you understand and solve your doubts about

immigration procedures. So, how do I get started? As an international student, you are asked to bring Simply come by the Global Education Office to pick with you the following documents: up an application form.  A valid passport

 A student visa (FM3) or a tourist visa (FMT) Remember- Applications are due March 1 for the depending on the case. Fall term and October 1 for the Spring term.