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When searching for information about a university, your best bet is to first contact the 'Secretaría de Extensión Universitaria y Bienestar Estudiantil' or the Department of International Relations department at the university. Typically registration for undergraduates is between mid-November and mid-December, though check with the university for exact dates; contact the 'Vicerrectoría Académica' or the department of admissions and registration.
In general, the sanitary conditions are satisfactory and modern. The precautions to take are the same as in any subtropical country. In the North, for instance, there is always the risk of cholera and dengue. Remember that there are four seasons in Argentina, territories in the extreme south, and the effects of altitude. Argentina has the highest mountain in the Western hemisphere: Aconcagua, which is 6 959 meters high!
Personal insurance is strongly recommended covering medical, legal, travel, personal property, etc.
There are numerous student residences as well as youth hostels to be found. If the university does not make available its own housing, it will supply you with all the information and contacts you need in order to find suitable accommodation.
A useful contact is Residencias Master.
Several international airlines such as Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, and British Airways all serve Argentina and have regular flights from various locations.
The department of tourism divides the country into six tourist zones and presents Argentina as the 'Country of Six Continents'.
Take advantage of the beauty offered by the 23 provinces of this large country, but don't forget distances. Get good information before setting out, keep your passport on you at all times, don't draw attention to yourself, and beware of pickpocketers.
To make an application for a student visa, you will need the following documents:
- A valid passport
- Certificate of admission to a local university certified by the Minister of Education.
- A physical and mental exam (form supplied by the consulate).
- A copy of your birth certificate, and marriage certificate, if applicable.
- A copy of your return tickets.
Learn from the experiences of other students and share your experiences of going overseas at International Student Blogs and Forums.
