Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Colombian Exchange Program

Miami Law offers a semester exchange opportunity with the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali in Cali, Colombia. This exchange enables two Miami Law J.D. students the opportunity to complete a full semester of courses at the University, which is a leading research institution in Colombia. Most courses are taught in Spanish.

Pontifica Universidad Javeriana Cali is part of Pontifica Universidad Javeriana Bogota. The university’s campus in Cali was founded in 1970 as a branch of the main campus in Bogota. Pontifica Universidad Javeriana (Bogota) was founded in 1623, making it one of the oldest universities in Colombia. PUJ or ‘La Javeriana’ as it is known by its students, is a Jesuit institution directed by the Society of Jesus. La Javeriana Cali has around 10,000 students, has 5 schools, 27 undergraduate programs and 53 graduate programs in different areas of knowledge including Business, Engineering, Social Sciences among others. Cali is located about 286 miles south of Bogota.

Semester Dates

Fall (July - November) and Spring (January - June).

Accessibility

La Javeriana Cali provides special accommodations and support services for students with disabilities. The university is committed to inclusivity and ensuring that all students have equal access to education. Exchange students should contact the Office of International Relations.

Course Offerings

The language of instruction at Javeriana is Spanish. They offer a limited number of courses in English. Course availability is subject to change and will require approval by each Program Director.  Not all courses offered in English are available every semester, and there is no guarantee that the courses will be able to accommodate exchange students, possibly making it difficult to enroll in a full-load of English-language law courses. Students should contact incoming@javerianacali.edu.co to consult the updated list of English-taught courses.  

Students may not transfer foreign language or other non-law courses taken at the partner exchange school back to Miami Law for J.D. credit. If a student enrolls in such courses, they understand they are for self-interest only and will not be considered for transfer towards their J.D. degree.

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  • Student Housing

    The University does not have student accommodation, but it does provide advice for finding accommodations in the city. The options range from private rooms in family homes to independent apartments. The estimated monthly accommodation cost is between USD 320-650/month, depending on size and location.

  • Cost of Attendance

    Students participating in Miami Law’s semester abroad program will pay regular full-time Miami Law tuition for the semester that they study abroad. During the semester abroad, University of Miami on-campus fees will not be charged.

    Students generally will not owe tuition to a partner exchange school while studying abroad through Miami Law’s International Exchange Programs, as long as they stay within the host institution’s credit limits (if applicable). Some administrative fees may apply.

    Other costs that exchange students should consider are: meals (approximately USD 300), transportation, books and other expenses (USD 100). These figures are estimates and are subject to change at any moment.

    Exchange students must have, for the whole of their stay, an international traveling insurance when they arrive in Colombia.

  • Language of Instruction

    The language of instruction is Spanish. Therefore, Miami Law students participating in an exchange semester at Javeriana must have at least an intermediate B1 Spanish language proficiency level in the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

     

  • Requirements for Student Performance and Grading Methods

     

    Local Grading Scale

    Definition

    4.6 -5.0

    Excellent

    4.1-4.5

    Outstanding

    3.6-4.0

    Good

    3.0-3.5

    Acceptable

    0.0-2.9

    Failing Score

     

    Javeriana’s grading scale is from 0.0 – 5.0. 5.0 being the highest score and 3.0 the passing grade.

    Students also must comply with Miami Law’s International Exchange Policies & Procedures.  Students should aim to take at least the equivalent of 11 Miami Law credits while studying abroad; they can earn a maximum of 14 Miami Law credits from a study abroad semester. Additional rules regarding eligible course work and credit transfer back to Miami Law apply.

 

When to Apply

  • Fall Semester – Students must apply for nomination by February 1
  • Spring Semester – Students must apply for nomination by September 1 

Contact the Office of International Relations:

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Tatiana Rios Garcia – International Mobility Officer (Incoming)
Phone: +57 (602) 321 82 00, Ext. 9051
Email: incoming@javerianacali.edu.co


Claudia Castaño Rodas – Director of International Relations
Phone: +57 (602) 321 82 00, Ext. 8365
Email: claudia.castano@javerianacali.edu.co

Address:
Office of International Relations
Calle 18 No. 118-250,
Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia

Helpful Links

International Exchange Student Handbook

A comprehensive guide to helping international students prepare to spend a semester at Miami Law. Learn more.

Study Abroad: Application Process Guide

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