After researching many study abroad programs in Latin America, I found ECELA Lima and, from the beginning, knew I had found the perfect match. The staff and administrators at ECELA are wonderful; they are so helpful, organized, and very friendly—they work hard to keep each student happy. The professors of ECELA Lima are also gems: they are effective teachers, enthusiastic, make learning Spanish fun, care deeply about students, and are always available for extra help. In fact, since returning to the U.S., professors have continued to be available whenever I have any questions.
If you are interested in the ECELA housing, I also highly recommend it. Casa ECELA is a 15 minute walk to school—it is safe, clean, and so much fun— you get to meet students from all over the world; study, cook, explore, travel and party together. Finally, I loved studying in Miraflores, a beautiful neighborhood of Lima, right by the ocean and close to a major shopping/entertainment complex. There is plenty to do in the city—visit ruins, museums, & downtown Lima; try the many fabulous restaurants; enjoy the great nightlife, and make exciting weekend trips to experience beautiful Peru (Cusco, Nasca, Arequipa, among many other places) . I will never forget my time in Miraflores at ECELA Lima– and hope to return soon for further studies! My last recommendation—try the alfajores (a type of pastry) at Havanna, in Larcomar. So delicious!