Known as the Athens of South America, Bogotá has an extensive educational system of both primary and secondary schools and colleges. For more information about Colombia check this website: www.colombia.co or if you want to know more about Bogotá click on this link: colombia.travel/es/bogota
Bogotá
Bogotá is the capital of Colombia. | |
The official language is Spanish | |
The currency is the Colombian peso (COP$) Current exchange rate | |
The population of Bogotá is about 8 million people. | |
The city lies at an average altitude of 2,640 meters (8,660 feet) above sea level | |
The city has a subtropical highland climate. The average temperature is 14.5 °C (58 °F), |
Where is located?
Chía
Chia is a small town about 8 kms. north of Bogota. It is very close to the University, about 5 minutes by car, which make access very easy and quick. Life in Chia is very peaceful. Public transportation from Bogota to Chia is only available until 10:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 11:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
The city has a subtropical highland climate. The average temperature is 14.5 °C (58 °F) | |
Is located just 15 minutes waking from the Campus |
HOMESTAY
Homestay provides a unique opportunity to live with a local family, offering an easy and enriching way to experience and adapt to Colombian culture. Families are carefully selected to ensure a welcoming, comfortable, clean, and safe environment with convenient access to public transportation.
Students can choose accommodation in Bogotá or Chía. The homestay service includes:
- Private rooms
- Breakfast and dinner
- Weekly laundry service
- Weekly room cleaning service
- Internet access
Single room, private bathroom (premium and type 2), shared bathroom (type 3), breakfast and dinner, laundry once a week, room cleaning once a week.
Type | Price |
Premium | $ 370 USD per week |
Type 2 | $ 320 USD per week |
Type 3 | $ 280 USD per week |