St. Mary's University

Community Internships in Latin America (CILA)
Fall Semester


The following information is intended to assist students and advisors in the distribution and approval of credits for participation in HECUA programs. Contact HECUA Admissions with any questions (651/646-8832, 800/554-1089,
[email protected]).

Total Credits
Each program provides 16 credits. Courses and credits appear on the transcript as St. Mary’s credits and are included in GPA.

General Education Credits
HECUA program courses may fulfill specific general education requirements. Check with the Off-Campus Programs office for information and advice.

Major Credits
Students from all majors are encouraged to participate in the Latin America programs.

Discuss with your faculty advisor specific credit distribution in relation to your degree program and credits you need for the major, general education and/or electives.

Registration
To participate in a HECUA Latin America program, students will be advised by the Study Abroad Program office on how to register for the term away.

Contacts on Campus
Campus Representative:
Tracy Lehnertz, Assistant to Provost
507/457-1694, [email protected]
Can answer questions about the program and credit distribution
Signature required on application

Off-Campus Study Advisor:
Renee Solberg, Study Abroad Program Office
507/457-1447, [email protected]
Provides information about St. Mary’s requirements and procedures for off-campus study
Must see all students planning to study off-campus
Signature required on application

Campus Deadlines
Students planning to enroll in CILA fall semester must contact the St. Mary’s Study Abroad Program office by February 15.

HECUA Deadline
Applications for CILA are due in the HECUA office by March 15. Early application is encouraged, as the programs may fill before the deadline. Applications are reviewed as they are received. Late applications are considered on a space available basis.

March 2004