Engineering

Buenos Aires, Argentina
Engineering

About the Program

In a city known for its cultural and social diversity and richness, Buenos Aires combines European style with its Latin heritage. As the capital city, it’s also the financial, industrial and commercial hub of Argentina, and home to more than 10 million residents. As an Engineering major, you’ll find this cosmopolitan city the ideal place to learn how to apply engineering solutions in a global context. Choose from courses available at the CEA CAPA Buenos Aires Center, or at the Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires (ITBA), regarded as one of the best engineering schools in Latin America. Please note, the ITBA course is currently only available in the summer session.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Buenos Aires

Dates:

5/22/25 - 7/19/25

Price:

$7,495

Credits:

8

Deadlines

Apply By:

2/15/25

Withdraw By:

3/15/25

Requirements

Transcript - Unofficial
Complete Application
Program Participation Agreement
$95 Online Application Fee

Eligibility

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Minimum GPA:

3.0

Education
Completed:

1 Year of College

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Where You'll Study

Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires

Founded in 1959, the Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires (ITBA) was one of the first private universities created in Argentina. ITBA’s academic focus is dedicated to the teaching of int...

Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Student Lounge
Student Lounge
Study Room
Study Room
University Library
University Library

CEA CAPA Buenos Aires Center

The CEA CAPA Buenos Aires Center offers an interdisciplinary education in a cosmopolitan capital city. CEA CAPA turns the city into your classroom, thanks to courses in a wide range of engineering,...

Student Lounge
Student Lounge
Study Area
Study Area
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
CEA CAPA Academic Resources
CEA CAPA Academic Resources
8

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Choose between the ITBA only option and CEA CAPA & ITBA Hybrid option:
- In the ITBA only option you'll enroll in one engineering/physics course.
- In the CEA CAPA & ITBA Hybrid option you'll enroll in 1 ITBA engineering/physics course and 1 CEA CAPA elective course.

Engineering course meets for 75 contact hours/5 credits and elective courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits. You may earn up to a total of 8 credits (up to 120 contact hours).

Classes meet 2-4 days per week, Monday-Thursday. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled for Fridays.

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Physics II with Lab 200 En 75 5
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Business in Latin America 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Culture & Civilization of Argentina * 300 En 45 3
Sport & Culture in Contemporary Argentina * 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Buenos Aires. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)
  • Neighborhood Walking Tour

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
May 22
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Ezeiza Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their housing.

May 23
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation will be held.

May 25
Holiday

May Revolution Day.

May 26
Classes Begin

Classes begin at ITBA on this day.

May 26
Orientation

Mandatory ITBA Orientation will be held.

May 26
Classes Begin

Classes begin at CEA CAPA Study Center on this day.

June 06
Cultural Activity

CEA CAPA Social & Cultural activity will be held on this day.

June 17
Holiday

Memorial Day of General Don Martín Miguel de Güemes No classes will be held.

June 19
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at CEA CAPA Study Center.

June 20
Holiday

National Flag Day. No classes will be held.

July 04
Excursion

CEA CAPA Excursion.

July 09
Holiday

Independence Day. No classes will be held.

July 15
Farewell Reception

CEA CAPA Farewell Reception will be held at a local tango show.

July 17
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at ITBA.

July 19
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$7,495
$7,495
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$900
$1,800
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$165
$165
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$30
$70
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$900
$1,950
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$150
$225
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$750
$3,000
TOTAL EXPENSES $10,390 $14,705