Program Characteristics

A joint program of the University of San Francisco and Ateneo de Manila University.

Summer Program

What Can I Expect from the Program?

By participating in the "USF in The Philippines" Program you will gain an overview of the country’s history, politics and current challenges. You will meet Filipinos from all walks of life; you will see the natural beauty and environmental threats facing the land; and, you will contribute to changing the lives of some Filipinos. At the end of the program you will be exhausted, changed, and personally and academically enriched.

How long does it last?

The "USF in the Philippines" Program lasts approximately six weeks in the summer beginning toward the end of May. You must leave the United States on the same day as the rest of the group.

How many credits will I earn?

You will earn two USF credits during the Summer semester. The program includes on-site seminars and field trip visits during the summer. Assignments will include reflection papers and a final project to be completed upon your return to the United States. On-site debriefing and reflection sessions will provide you ample opportunity to process your experiences, explore your reactions and share ideas with the group. The two credits count toward the Philippine Studies Minor.

What is the cost?

Tuition: $1,910

Airfare: $810

Insurance: $74

Visa: $30

Housing: $973

Note: Costs subject to change based on final estimate of costs.

Who can go?

Any undergraduate USF student can apply to participate in the "USF in The Philippines" Program. Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors are eligible to apply as long as their GPA is 2.0 or higher and are not on probation. Participants are required to participate in all scheduled activities. The program is extremely demanding and includes emotionally intense activities and experiences. All participants must have a valid passport, obtain a Philippines visa, and have appropriate health insurance.

In order to participate in this program, you must: (1) apply to the program (contact the Office of Overseas Programs in LM 142); and (2) register for The Philippines Today (0182-324-01) as part of your Summer course load.

 

Semester Program

Bahay Arrupe [forthcoming]

A semester-long immersion program in Manila that provides students with a comprehensive and integrated living-learning experience of the culture, history, social and economic conditions of the Philippines. Central to this program is the involvement of students with Filipino culture and society by living and learning in the community and by contributing to the development of the Philippines through service learning opportunities. Students analyze the process of social and economic change within the context of the social sciences and Catholic Social Thought.

This program allow USF students to use all Federal, State and USF financial aid (except work study) to cover the cost of the program.