Built on the land of two former estates, the city of Viña del Mar, Chile began in the late 1800s and has grown to become a popular destination for Chileans, Argentines and other tourists from around the world. Often called the “Garden City”, it is known for its beautiful beaches and its active student population. It is a safe and relaxed city where visiting students can study Spanish language and Chilean culture with stunning views as a backdrop to the academic and cultural experience.
API offers students the opportunity to study abroad in Viña del Mar at the Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI). UAI is ranked #2 business school in Latin America (América Economía), #37 in the QS University Rankings for Latin America (2016), and in the top #200 in the QS World University Rankings for Business & Management Studies (2016).UAI is a private university that was founded in 1988, building upon the academic tradition started by the Escuela de Negocios de Valparaíso in 1953. Enrolling approximately 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, it offers degrees in business, the liberal arts and humanities, engineering, law and the social sciences. The university offers courses designed for international students in both Spanish and English, as well as options to directly enroll in courses with local Chilean students. Students will enjoy the UAI campus in Viña del Mar with its extensive amenities and impressive modern architecture.