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Wine Business in South America

Type of Opportunity: Faculty-Led
Date Posted: September 22, 2026
Deadline: February 7, 2027
Current Opportunity: Yes

Term: Summer 2027     Location: Uruguay, Argentina, Chile
Course: BUS 396W/597W (4 units)

Information Meeting: Tuesday, October 20 from 12-1PM via Zoom (Meeting ID: 81310109416)
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Explore the world of wine while traveling through South America’s most renowned wine regions on this 11-day faculty-led study abroad program. Students will visit vineyards, wineries, and olive oil producers in Uruguay, Argentina, and Chile, including Canelones, Mendoza, and the Maipo Valley, while gaining hands-on exposure to the business of wine. The course examines global wine trends, international partnerships, and the regional factors that shape the industry, with opportunities to participate in tastings, guided tours, and company visits. Along the way, students will experience the culture, cuisine, and beauty of three vibrant countries at the 30th parallel south.

Estimated Costs:

Tuition and fees: $1,610
Ground expenses: $6,000
Estimated flight: $1,300
Additional meals and personal expenses: $700 (estimated)
Total program cost: $9,610

Ground expenses include:

  • Housing throughout the program
  • Transportation throughout the program, including between different cities
  • Wine tastings and other program inclusions (please note, participants must be 21 to drink alcohol on this program)
  • Any required on-site fees
  • 16 meals (11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners)

What is not included: Flight to Montevideo, Uruguay, and return flight from Santiago, Chile, additional meals not included in the program, and personal expenses.

Please note - all prices are estimates and are subject to change. Students will be provided with more accurate fee information once we know how many students are participating. The more students who participate, the lower the cost will be.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: February 7, 2027
Deposit Due: February 19, 2027 (approx. $900)
Second Program Fee Deadline: March 4, 2027 (approx. $2,550)
Final Program Fee Due: April 2, 2027 (approx. ($2,550)
Tuition and Fees Due: May 2027

Program Starts: June 2, 2027
Program Ends: June 13, 2027

Please note that all dates and fees are subject to change.

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