International Programs Office
Klump Academic Center, Rm. 7B · (570) 326-3761, ext. 5257
Mexico
Study in Mexico over spring break! This study abroad program provides an overview of Mexican history, culture, and business. The itinerary includes tours of the local cultural sites, visits to several manufacturing plants, lectures on Mexican culture, and Spanish language lessons. Participants are hosted by the students and families from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM) campus in Toluca.
Known as the "automotive manufacturing capital", Toluca is a modern city that has retained its provincial charm. Home to businesses such as Nestlé, Dupont and General Motors, the city of Toluca is approximately one hour west of Mexico City.
Program dates:
- To be determined.
- View itinerary & details from a previous trip (March 6-14, 2009)
The ITESM-Toluca campus is a private, modern facility with an enrollment of approximately 4,500 students. The Toluca campus is one of thirty-four campuses that comprise the Monterrey University system. The visit is part of an exchange between the two colleges. Penn College students visit Mexico for a week and ITESM students visit Penn College during the Susquehanna 500 race in the Fall.
The program is aimed primarily at automotive and engineering students; however, students in other majors may apply. To be eligible for the trip, students must have at least 12 credits of technical courses and a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Ten students will be selected out of the pool of applicants to participate in this study abroad experience.