Often referred to as the “Paris of Latin America,” Buenos Aires has undoubtedly retained many old, European traditions. On any day of the week, it is not uncommon to find the city’s residents strolling through spacious parks, attending opera performances or enjoying a late afternoon snack at a quaint café. Yet with a population of more than three million people and with the "Gran Buenos Aires area" more than 13 million people, it is no wonder why Buenos Aires is the political, commercial and industrial center of Argentina. The country’s incredible diversity, combined with the capital city’s allure, offers a perfect setting for studying abroad.

Argentina is a vast country with a dramatically varied landscape, from the subtropical north to the sub Antarctic south. Its impressive capital city, Buenos Aires, lies in the fertile, central plains close to the edge of the great Río de la Plata. Even within the capital city, each neighborhood has its own unique flair where one can discover the brightly painted houses of La Boca or experience the suburban beauty of Belgrano. Since the restoration of democracy in 1984, literature, theatre, music, sculpture and painting have flourished. Consequently, residents of this magnificent city are never without options for a night out on the town. CEA students can enjoy an international musical event at the elaborate Teatro Colón, experience the energy of a live tango show or engage in a heated political debate at one of the city’s many cafés.

Buenos Aires’ ideal location coupled with its numerous modes of transportation allows for convenient travel in any direction. Iguazú Falls, Bariloche, Mar del Plata, Tigre, Northwestern, Peninsula Valdes, La Plata, Mendoza, Córdoba and the neighboring country of Uruguay are just a few examples of the exotic places that CEA students can easily explore. The CEA Buenos Aires program gives students the opportunity to learn the Spanish language and study history, politics, psychology, business administration, international relations, culture and much more in one of the most elegant and sophisticated cities of South America.