A student experience abroad is always rich in lessons and discoveries. Among the most open destinations, Argentina is a very interesting choice. More and more resources are being made available to students as more and more bilateral agreements are being concluded between universities and institutions. This is an opportunity to discover one of the best higher education systems in Latin America.
Before leaving
If your institution has an agreement with a school in Argentina and your application is accepted, it's time to apply for your passport. Since the deadline is often important, don't waste any time. Apply for a scholarship from your university and your region. If you plan to stay there for more than three months, you will need a visa. To apply, you will need a copy of your valid passport, the admission letter from the host institution in Argentina, a recent birth certificate, and a criminal record extract, which you can request online from the Ministry of Justice website. Several websites provide information on student life in Argentina, including http://estudiarenargentina.siu.edu.ar/ , a site designed for prospective students.
Accommodation in Argentina
If you haven't managed to find accommodation on campus at the university you're enrolling at, they will provide you with all the information you need to find a place to live. Additionally, the website http://www.residenciasmaster.com.ar/ provides information on university residences. Since the area is so vast, you won't be confined to your accommodation for long. Argentina offers a wide variety of cultural and tourist attractions. There's also a wide variety of climates and landscapes that make it worth the trip.
The Study Buenos Aires program
Cordoba and Mendoza are the main student cities in Argentina, but a recent program allows you to discover Buenos Aires, the young and lively capital of the country. This is the Study Buenos Aires program, which invites young people from around the world to come study Spanish in the capital, to volunteer, or to spend professional vacations there. This program offers a Working Holiday Visa (VTT). Thanks to an agreement between France and Argentina, this visa is available to students wishing to experience life abroad. This type of visa is free. There is only one requirement: you must work during your stay. Integration and support are priorities for the program organizers. They provide newcomers with a "welcome kit" including a transport card, a SIM card for your phone, as well as discounts for hotels in the capital. The reception is warm, as a welcome day is planned for new arrivals. Students will receive tango lessons and enjoy music demonstrations while learning about local cuisine. In addition, around twenty free activities are organized throughout the year.
