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Locations: Barranquilla, Colombia
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2026	10/01/2025 **	Rolling Admission	01/20/2026	06/04/2026
Fall	2026	04/25/2026 **	Rolling Admission	07/21/2026	12/03/2026
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
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Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Program:	Third Party	Program Type:	Internship Abroad, Study Abroad
Program Fee:	Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore	GPA (Minimum Requirement):	2.5
Academic Areas of Study:	Anthropology, Area Studies, Arts and Theatre, Biology, Business, Communication, Journalism, and Media Studies, Linguistics, Philosophy, Political Science, Public Administration, Sociology	Language of Instruction:	English, Spanish
Credit Hours:	Homestay or Host Family

Program Description:

Semester at Universidad del Norte

Discover the vibrant street life and Caribbean flair of Barranquilla, Colombia - a dynamic port city known for its energy and rich cultural heritage. Dive into business, culture, and ABET-accredited engineering courses in English or Spanish alongside international and Colombian classmates at one of the country’s top universities, Universidad del Norte.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Develop your Spanish language skills no matter what level you are or enroll in more advanced Spanish-taught coursework across a variety of disciplines
Pursue an optional independent research project or enroll in a service-learning course to earn additional academic credit
Get access to on-campus amenities like computer labs, study halls, gaming rooms, cafeterias and restaurants, a library, and athletic facilities
The city's central location between historic Cartagena and relaxed Santa Marta give you easy access to social activities and the chance to explore the Caribbean coast's natural beauty
Experience Colombia's vibrant culture by floating in the mineral-rich waters of Totumo Mud Volcano, kayaking through the Rosario Islands, or learning to cook traditional Colombian dishes

Discover Barranquilla

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Olivia W.

"When I landed in Barranquilla, it instantly felt like coming home. My Resident Director was absolutely amazing. She created such enriching excursions that really immersed us in the Colombian culture. I truly recommend this program to anyone considering studying abroad. They treat you like family."

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!