What we like about the school
- Small class sizes
- Apartment - private accommodation very close to school
- Rooftop terrace
Academia Uruguay
The language school Academia Uruguay was founded in Montevideo, Uruguay in 2007. The school is located in a completely restored historic building in the pedestrian area of the old part of Montevideo, close to all tourist attractions, beaches and sights.
The school address is: Juan Carlos Gómez 1408, 11000 - Montevideo, Uruguay (see on map)
Accreditations and Quality seals
GTISchool Size:
Facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Library
Daily press
Movie rental
Movie room
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
8Number of public PC workstations:
3Prices include
- Organized activities
- Internet access and use of school computers
- Wireless LAN zone at school
- Free certificate of course attendance
- Language level placement test at first day of classes
- Language level placement test before arrival
- For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Course material:
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 50
- Adult courses throughout the year: 20
Average age of students
- in summer: 27 years
- throughout the year: 29 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 8
- Adult courses throughout the year: 8
Minimum age of students
- 17 years
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:Spanish teacher qualifications
- 100 % hold a university degree
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
20
20
10
4
5
5
8
20
Optional airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Montevideo.
Carrasco International Airport:75 US$ pick up
150 US$ return (both ways)
Days without class
In 2018 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2018, 30.Mar.2018, 01.May.2018, 18.Jul.2018, 25.Aug.2018, 25.Dec.2018.
In 2019 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2019, 30.Mar.2019, 01.May.2019, 18.Jul.2019, 25.Aug.2019, 25.Dec.2019.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Spanish Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 245 233 | 490 466 | 735 699 | 980 931 | 1225 1164 | 1470 1397 | 1715 1630 | 1960 1862 | 2450 2328 | 2940 2793 | 245 233 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Special Offers
50% off course price for second person: For enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks - For travel partners with the same course dates and the same level. Not valid for courses in July. .
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 7
464 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 8 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3800 3705 | -- | -- | -- |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
The course duration is for 8 weeks. First 4 weeks is for an an intensive Spanish course and last 4 weeks are on an estancia (large farm) outside of the city.
Return bus transfer to the Estancia is included.
A extra week in Estancia: USD 330.
additional week in Monevideo: USD 540.
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
The course duration is for 8 weeks. First 4 weeks is for an an intensive Spanish course and last 4 weeks are on an estancia (large farm) outside of the city.
Return bus transfer to the Estancia is included.
A extra week in Estancia: USD 330.
additional week in Monevideo: USD 540.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1200 1140 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2100 1995 | 2400 2280 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 | 300 285 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Day .
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 545 518 | 1090 1036 | 1635 1554 | 2180 2071 | 2725 2589 | 3270 3107 | 3815 3625 | 4360 4142 | 5450 5178 | 6540 6213 | 545 518 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 545 518 | 1090 1036 | 1635 1554 | 2180 2071 | 2725 2589 | 3270 3107 | 3815 3625 | 4360 4142 | 4905 4660 | 5450 5178 | 6540 6213 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 6
233 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | 735 699 | 980 931 | 1225 1164 | 1470 1397 | 1715 1630 | 1960 1862 | 2450 2328 | 2940 2793 | 245 233 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Minimum 3 weeks of Spanish group courses and 4 weeks of volunteer work. Available projects upon request.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 698 664 | 1395 1326 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every first Monday of month .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 640 608 | 1280 1216 | 1920 1824 | 2560 2432 | 3200 3040 | 3840 3648 | 4480 4256 | 5120 4864 | 6400 6080 | 7680 7296 | 640 608 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 16:30
Morning: 9:30 - 16:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 395 376 | 790 751 | 1185 1126 | 1580 1501 | 1975 1877 | 2370 2252 | 2765 2627 | 3160 3002 | 3950 3753 | 4740 4503 | 395 376 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Standard Course + 3 hours of individual tango lessons.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Note: All courses offered by Academia Uruguay, Montevideo can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration: 55 minutes
Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 30 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Comments about courses:Included: Optional tests at the end of each level and at the end of the course; dictionary on loan; two extracurricular activities per week (guided tours to parts of town, museum visits, dinners, excursions, etc.); workshops twice a week (Phonetics, Conversation, Audio, etc.); weekly tutorials after class.
Accommodation
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 210 | 420 | 630 | 840 | 210 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Price extra night:
30 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Maximum age of students: 40
Maximum age of students: 40
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
2 reviews
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
325 US$ per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 325 | 650 | 975 | 1300 | 335 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Price extra night:
46 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
1 review
Single room, Breakfast
240 US$ per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 240 | 480 | 720 | 960 | 240 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Price extra night:
34.3 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 1200 | -- |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Price per room
Studios or 1 bedroom apartments. Prices and distance from the school may vary depending on the apartment.
Price extra night:
42.8 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Distance from school:
30 minutes by public transport
Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, No meals, Private bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
1 review
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
162.5 US$ per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 162.5 | 325 | 487.5 | 650 | -- |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Price extra night:
23 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).
Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Maximum age of students: 40
Maximum age of students: 40
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Basketball | | |
| Dancing | | |
| Football (soccer) | | |
| Golf | | |
| Horse riding | | |
| Music | | |
| Swimming | | |
| Tennis | | |
| Volleyball | | |
| Windsurfing | | |
| Yoga | |
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Reviews
4.2/5.0
Overall rating
9 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usCity
4.1/5.0
Organisation
4.7/5.0
Facilities
4.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Course quality / Progress in language
4.7/5.0
Value for money
4.2/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.5/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.5/5.0
Other
4.5/5.0
Students liked about Academia Uruguay, Montevideo
Raphaela35 years - Germany
“Qualified teachers, entertaining lessons, small groups, interesting leisure activities, very nice atmosphere, everything is just perfect.”
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Olivia 57 years - Liechtenstein
“My goal of improving existing errors was supported (achieving the highest possible level was not the main focus)”
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
4.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
3.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay HB
4.0/5.0
Other
4.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Travel to the interior of the country on your own.
Other comments: It is a pity that there are no first-class media material. The speakers don't work most of the time (and acoustic exercise is also important ... not every host family has a working TV)
Peter32 years - Germany
“Very well trained staff, and well-structured lessons”
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
4.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0/5.0
Other
5.0/5.0
Shared apartment
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Other comments: Highly recommended
Matthias51 years - Germany
“Our teacher Pablo: Multimedia teaching with high requirement and the right mix of humor”
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0/5.0
Other
5.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Other comments: The class rooms - called "aulas" - are a bit small and the chairs are sat through.
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