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Cuba | Global Studies

Closeup of old pink convertible in Cuba with Cuban flag in backgroundDates: March 2 – 8, 2025
Location: Havana, Cuba
Cost: $3,850
Included: airfare, accommodations, in-country transportation, visa, meals, program events and activities, and study abroad fee
Application deadline: October 15th
Deposit: $575 November 1st (non-refundable)
Final payment deadline: $3,275 with spring tuition and fees deadline
Course information: IGS 390- The Cuban Healthcare System

Requirements: In order to attend a Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program, students must have a 2.5 or higher GPA. Questions regarding this policy may be directed to Emily Dunn (dunn_ea@mercer.edu).

This one-credit course uses experiential and classroom-based learning to study Cuba’s unique state-run healthcare system and urban planning/architecture in Havana. While open to students across the university, this program fulfills the international experiential requirement for International and Global Studies (IGS) students. The course includes two components: 1) a one-credit 50 minute/week classroom-based course that will introduce students to Cuban culture, politics, and economics; the healthcare system, and principles of urban planning with a focus on Havana; 2) a week-long guided tour of healthcare facilities and urban spaces.

For more information about this program please contact Dr. Amy Nichols-Belo (nichols-belo_a@mercer.edu, 478-301-2848) or the Study Abroad Office (studyabroad@mercer.edu, 478-301-5964).