Study in Mexico

From the streets of Mexico City to the beaches of Cancun, Mexico has much to offer international students . You could be forgiven for being slightly overshadowed by its neighbor to the north - the U.S. - But in fact it has retained a character entirely its own culture . It also has a very important economy - the second largest in Latin America (after Brazil ) - and is included in the group of ' Timbi " of countries ( Turkey, India , Brazil and Indonesia) , set to replace the BRIC "nations as the fastest growing economies in the world. With a strong higher education system and growing to match its expanding economy , Mexico is definitely a destination for study abroad worth considering . Institution highest ranking in Mexico 2012/13 QS World University Rankings is the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM ) , at 146. Next are the Tecnológico de Monterrey ( = 306 ) and the University of Guadalajara ( 501-550 ) - and a total of 10 Mexican institutions appear in the top 700 in the world ranking . In regional terms, Mexico represents an important part of the best universities in Latin America. About 50 Mexican universities are included in the top 300 companies in the region in the QS university rankings 2013 : Latin America - only Brazil has more.

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Study in Panama

Study abroad is much more affordable than in Panama , where living costs are relatively low and public universities are free to everyone, including international students. However, private institutions charge with rates varying depending on the course. Panama has nearly 90 higher educational institutions , including major universities and smaller colleges. Two of them appear in the 2012 QS University Rankings : Latin America - the University of Panama and the Technological University of Panama . Both are based in the capital , Panama City . Other reputable universities in the country include the American University of Panama , Universidad Católica Santa María La Antigua and the American University of Panama . A number of U.S. universities also have branches in Panama , including Florida State University and the University of Louisville. A bachelor's degree is four years and a master's degree lasts for one year, with some exceptions ( MBAs , for example , are two years). The Panamanian academic year is divided into two semesters : summer and autumn, from March to December, respectively. The institutions are closed in January and February and there is a two week holiday in June and July. Spanish is the primary language of tuition for students, but some universities offer English courses at Masters level .

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Study in Peru

With 17 Peruvian universities among the 300 listed in the 2013 QS University Rankings : Latin America , Peru offers a good selection for prospective international students. Ranking highest institution of Peru 's Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Peru , a private university located in the Peruvian capital Lima , which went from 31 in Latin America in 2012, to 23 in 2013. Next to appear in the ranking is the National University of San Marcos ( San Marcos) , who in 2013 was reduced to a few places to 52nd . Founded in the mid-16th century , San Marcos is claimed as one of the oldest universities in the Americas - and indeed the world. Like the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru , has its main campus in Lima. Also making the top 150 in the 2013 QS University Rankings : Latin America I are the Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia University in Lima, La Molina National Agrarian University and the University of San Martin de Porres USMP . Overall, Peru has about 80 universities, private institutions outnumber public number. Tuition costs vary, but in general , international students can expect to pay less fees to middling , with many universities charge per credit instead of a semester or year. A universal accreditation system has been introduced in recent years , which should have the effect of increasing the quality in all areas . Undergraduate studies tend to involve two years of study in general, before another couple of years of expertise. Studies Master's and PhD also take about two years each. Spanish remains the primary language of instruction , but there are a small handful of courses designed for international students. In any case, being able to speak at least some Spanish is a plus!

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Study in Costa Rica

Beaches , tropical forests, the highly developed society and an enviable quality of life study in Costa Rica may sound too good to be true. In the 2012 QS University Rankings : Latin America, Costa Rica has only three universities in the top 250 in the region - are relatively few compared to countries like Brazil and Mexico . However, its main institution ranking, University of Costa Rica (UCR ) , comes in at a very respectable 29 , after increasing significantly from 59th in the rankings last year. UCR joined the 100 best in Latin America by the Costa Rica National University (also public) , and in the top 200 by the University of Science and Technology Costa Rica ( ULACIT ) , part of the private sector. Universities in Costa Rica There are over 60 universities to choose from in Costa Rica , five of which are public : • University of Costa Rica (UCR ) , • National University of Costa Rica , • State Open University ( for distance education ) , • Technological Institute of Costa Rica ( RERI ) • National Technical Universidal . Besides being highest ranking institution in Costa Rica , UCR is also the oldest university in the country and largest in terms of number of students enrolled. Meanwhile many private universities in Costa Rica include University of Science and Technology ( ULACIT ), University Fidelitas , Hispoamericana University , Universidad Latina de Costa Rica and the University Veritas .

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