Dates
May 20 - June 18, 2026Subjects
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Political Science, PsychologyDeadlines
Dec. 1: Apply Early & Save $100Feb. 5: Regular Deadline
Program Overview
From the Andes Mountains to the bustling port city of Buenos Aires, Argentina embodies the richness of both South American and European cultures. Based in Buenos Aires, a fascinating urban landscape with famous streets, cafes, architecture, cuisine, music and dance, group excursions include visits to museums, outdoor markets, historic mansions, national monuments, government ministries and soccer stadiums. Courses make Argentina the focus of discussion through hands-on learning opportunities and guest lectures by local Argentine experts. Students enjoy free weekends to travel independently to other regions in Argentina.
Note: Studying abroad likely is more physically strenuous than you are used to at home. KIIS study abroad programs typically involve approx. 5-10 miles of walking (approx. 10,000-20,000 steps) or the like in a day, including the possibility of walking, hiking, and climbing stairs in variable weather, over elevations at higher altitudes, and over rocky terrain. See Health & Wellness for more information.
Program Director
I’ve directed and taught study abroad programs in Argentina and Chile for over a decade. My courses explore politics, dictatorship, and democratization. Buenos Aires feels like a second home, and I love helping students connect academic ideas to the lived experiences and histories of the people around them.Dr. Shawn Schulenberg
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Courses
All courses are taught in English and are 3 credit hours. You may enroll in 1-2 courses. Courses are divided into 2 time-blocks. You cannot select 2 courses in the same time block.
Graduate Credit Available.
This course will examine the relationship between the armed forces and the societies they are charged to protect, with a focus on the cases of Argentina, Brazil, and Chile. Although we will focus primarily on Argentina, we will also study events in Brazil and Chile so that we can understand how and why we see different regional variations and the consequences of these differences today.
How can we balance the benefits of technology with the risks to privacy and security? What ethical considerations should be considered when creating new cyber technologies? How can we stay ahead of cybersecurity threats and ensure safety online? With a focus on international and cross-border issues, we will explore ethical and security issues faced by and brought about by computing and disruptive technologies such as AI.
Discover how culture shapes the way people think, feel, and interact. In Buenos Aires, you’ll connect psychology theories to real-life experiences, exploring Latin American perspectives on identity, communication, and well-being while immersing yourself in one of the world’s most vibrant cultural settings.
This immersive travel abroad course invites students to delve into the landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in Argentina by blending theory with hands-on practical applications. Students progress through optimization techniques, probability methods, machine learning algorithms, and neural networks while exploring Argentina’s unique AI ecosystem across agriculture, manufacturing, judiciary, and other key sectors.
Dive into the science of human emotion while studying abroad in Buenos Aires. Explore big questions about whether emotions are universal or culturally constructed, and gain firsthand insight into how people express and regulate emotions across cultures—all while experiencing Argentina’s rich emotional and social life.
All KIIS course credit is awarded by Western Kentucky University. Prior to your KIIS program, please speak with your home campus academic advisor and/or study abroad office to determine course equivalencies. Grades will be transferred to your home institution in mid-August after the completion of the program. Course offerings are subject to change according to enrollment. For more information, visit Transcripts & Grades.
Program Excursions
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Tango Lesson
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City Center Walk
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U.S. Embassy Debriefing
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Ex-ESMA/Espacio Memoria
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Asado (BBQ) and Wine Lecture
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La Casa Rosada Tour
Group Flight
ESTIMATED COST $1,900 – $2,000
The KIIS Argentina program offers a group flight option where you can travel to/from Buenos Aires with other students and faculty. If you choose this option, KIIS will purchase a round-trip flight ticket for you. The flight cost will be added to your final program fee on April 1. The group flight will depart from Cincinnati or Louisville.
If not selecting the group flight, you are responsible to purchase your own roundtrip airfare.
Flights to/from the USA/Argentina are typically overnight flights, arriving the following morning. Visit Flights and Passports & Visas for more information.