PSU in Paraguay Students

The PSU in Paraguay program allows students to take university coursework from PSU faculty and to experience the American classroom, all in Paraguay. Students enrolled in this program are considered PSU students and can therefore easily become an international student at PSU to continue their studies. 
Scroll below to find out more about the program and how to apply!

What is PSU in Paraguay?


Do you want to take university courses? Do you want to learn from American professors? Do you want to take advantage of the Kansas Paraguay partnership? Do you want to continue your studies in Kansas?
The PSU in Paraguay program is for YOU! 

What?

PSU offers undergraduate general education classes in Paraguay. The classes cover a variety of disciplines, such as business, economics, finance, English literature and composition, and communication. Classes are held in English.

When?

PSU offers 9 class sessions every year between March and November. Each class session lasts 3 weeks. Classes are held Monday to Friday from 2:00-5:00 at the Comité Paraguay Kansas (CPK) in Asuncion, Paraguay.

Why?

Students can begin their university studies from an accredited U.S. university through the Kansas Paraguay Partnership. Learn from American professors who are specialists in their field of study, learn about the American classroom environment, and begin working toward a Bachelor's degree.

Students can complete their degree program on the PSU Pittsburg, Kansas campus. These academic credits, which will apply toward a bachelor’s degree at PSU, may transfer to other Kansas or US universities and colleges as well.

How?

Interested, but not ready to apply? Fill out this interest form! 

Ready to apply and start your studies? Scroll below to find out how to apply!


Cost


 

 

 

Tuition and fees total $1005 per 3-credit hour class ($335 per credit) for the 2023-2024 academic year (August-June). Payment must be made in U. S. Dollars by the first day of class.

The cost of books for each course will vary and are not included in the tuition and fee payment.

Scholarships:

-Refer a friend to take classes with PSU in Paraguay and receive $500 when your friend enrolls!

-Take 4 consecutive classes with PSU in Paraguay and receive $500 toward your next class either with PSU in Paraguay or PSU in Pittsburg.

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Scholarships Available!


To Apply to the PSU in Paraguay Program


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Apply Now! No Application Fee!

1. Complete the online application
  1.   Select "Paraguay Program"
  2.   Application Fee Waiver - select "pay by check" at the end of the application and the app fee will be waived
2. Submit documents required for admission
  1. School Transcripts (and English translation)
  2. TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo Score
Please upload all documents here or email them to:
i-admit@pittstate.edu. 
Admission Requirement: 
Grade Point Average (GPA): 2.5 on a 4.0 Scale 
*The GPA will be calculated by PSU once the transcript is received. 
English Requirement: 
TOEFL: 68 overall with 15 section scores
IELTS: 6.0 overall with 5.0 section scores
PTE: 47 overall
Duolingo: 100 overall

Course Schedule 2024


March 5-22

MGT 101 Introduction to Business

April 8-26

ART 233 Drawing 1

May 13-31

GT 210 Technology in the World Today

June 10-28 

ENGL 113 General Literature

July 8-26

SWK 250 Relationship Skills

August 5-23

ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics

September 2-20

ENGL 299 Intro to Research Writing

September 30-October 18

MATH 143 Elementary Statistics

October 28-November 15

COMM 207 Speech Communication

Student Testimonials


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" The Paraguay program brings us closer to excellent professionals and tools to succeed academically. Besides, we learn about the American academic system, so we will be more prepared when times of moving our hometown to finish education come." -Magali Paredes
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“What I liked the most about the program was the environment. Always talking about interesting topics and everyone were thinking and telling their opinion to start a debate, was really educational sharing knowledge with each other. I’m really grateful." -Giorgio Soto
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"My favorite aspect of the program is that both the academic staff and the students are eager to make the program effective and fun."
-Diego Martinez
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"My favorite part of the class was how hands-on it was. I really managed to practice the techniques taught in class and that allowed me to internalize them." -Renato Soverina