Summer in Cusco
Two courses and 6–7 credits at the UAC campus: Spanish, history, political science, environmental studies and more. Official university transcript included.
View dates & tuitionCusco · Sacred Valley of the Incas · Perú
Travel with purpose.
Learn in the Andes.
Academic study abroad, service-learning and internships in the heart of the Inca Empire — in partnership with Universidad Andina del Cusco, one of the top universities in southern Perú.
Peru Study Abroad · Cusco, Perú
We help international students learn, explore and discover one of the most megadiverse and pluricultural countries in the world.
Why PSAThe PSA experience
More than study abroad.
Academic Excellence
Courses taught by local faculty at UAC, with official university transcripts and 6–7 transferable credits.
Cultural Immersion
Homestays, tandem conversation with local students and daily life in living Quechua culture.
Ethical Service
Community-driven placements with rural schools, health centers, NGOs and municipal projects.
Awesome Adventure
Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley and Cusco city tours are included in every single program.
- Years in international education
- 15+
- Students at our partner university
- 18,000+
- UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Perú
- 10
- In-country student support
- 24/7
Our programs
Find your program in Perú.
Service-Learning in Cusco & the Sacred Valley
Ethically-run placements in education, medical, children with disabilities, youth development and cultural preservation.
Explore placementsInternships in Cusco & the Sacred Valley
Gain real experience in business, education, healthcare, human rights or hospitality — with daily Spanish classes included.
Request placement infoCustom Programs
We build, design, coordinate and operate personalized faculty-led programs anywhere in Perú, around your academic vision.
Start planningSpanish in Cusco
Small group and private classes with certified native teachers at the university campus — plus our tandem conversation program.
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Whether you want academic credit, hands-on service or professional experience, tell us your goals and we’ll recommend the right fit — usually within 24 hours.
Get a recommendationDestination
Cusco
- UNESCO World Heritage (1983)
- One of Perú’s safest cities
- Best place to learn Spanish in South America
Former capital of the Inca Empire and the most visited city in Perú. Museums, wonderful markets, archaeological sites and gastronomy — one of the best places in South America to learn Spanish.
Programs in CuscoDestination
Sacred Valley of the Incas
- 2,800 m.a.s.l.
- 1 hour from Cusco
- @villacalca student house
One of the best climates in the highlands, surrounded by mountains, Inca trails, markets and living culture. In Calca, PSA owns a house to host students and volunteers.
Programs in the ValleyStudent stories
What our students say.
"Studying abroad with Peru Study Abroad in Cusco was an life-changing experience. The local support, immersion in Peruvian culture, and quality of the program made my trip unforgettable. Highly recommended!"
Julio FollanosSummer in Cusco 2024
From the blog
Stories & guides from Perú.
Homestay or Student House? Choosing Your Housing in Peru
Both options are safe and close to your classes or placement. Here is how to choose the one that fits your program and style.
Read articleLiving in the Sacred Valley: A Student’s Guide to Calca
Mountains, Inca trails, markets and living Quechua culture — this is what everyday life looks like for our students in Calca.
Read articleIs Cusco Safe for Students? What to Know Before You Go
Cusco is one of the safest cities in Perú. Here is how students stay safe, healthy and confident during their program.
Read articleNeed to know
Explore further.
Housing options
Homestays with two meals a day and weekly laundry, or our students house with single bedroom and shared kitchen.
Learn moreWhat’s included
Airport pick-up, accommodation, orientation, Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley tours, tandem program and 24/7 support.
See full listRequirements & enrollment
Spanish level by placement, international health insurance, letter of recommendation, CV and a positive mindset.
Get answers- Universidad Andina del Cusco — Official Partner
- Internationally Accredited Transcripts
- Ethical & Community-Based Programs
- 24/7 In-Country Support
Our founder
“My passion for local culture and the preservation of our traditions motivated me to create a place where international students could live a real experience of cultural immersion.”
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