Take a look at our schedule, fees and registration process. We'd be glad to answer any questions you had about the curriculum, dates available, or requirements. We've also compiled FAQ of odds and ends things past participants have asked about the program.

Cachamsi is a strictly not-for-profit organization, and we are designated a non-profit entity under U.S. law.

We dedicate a portion of fees to various health and education related programs for the community of Cacha. More information is described here. (Social Responsibility)

All packages include:
* Pre and post language proficiency evaluations.
* Daily clinical exposure with experienced physicians.
* Daily specialized language instruction
* Textbook and instructional materials.
* Evaluation signed by Jorge Duchicela, M.D. upon completion of the program.
* Round trip private transportation on a daily basis from Riobamba to Cacha.

* 2008 pricing*

Plan,
Family Stay A:

Housing: Family stay, Riobamba
Meals: Three meals per day, seven days a week
Transportation from Quito/Guayaquil to Riobamba: Included

FEES:  $1,712
June or July 08:  $1,786

Plan,
Family Stay B:

Housing: Family stay, Riobamba
Meals: Three meals per day, seven days a week
Transportation from Quito/Guayaquil to Riobamba: Not included

FEE:  $1,482
June or July 08: $1,546

Plan,
Foundation Duchicela's House A:		 Housing: Fundacion Duchicela, Cacha
Meals: Three meals per day on weekdays only.
Transportation from Quito/Guayaquil to Riobamba: Included

FEE:  $1,712,
June or July 08: $1,786

Plan,
Foundation Duchicela's House B:

Housing: Fundacion Duchicela, Cacha
Meals: Three meals per day on weekdays only.
Transportation from Quito/Guayaquil to Riobamba: Not included                                             
 FEE: $1,482
June or July 08: $1,546

Plan, Rincon Aleman A:

Housing: Rincon Aleman, Riobamba - Private bedroom and bathroom
Meals: Daily breakfast only
Transportation from Quito/Guayaquil to Riobamba: Included

FEE:  $1,953
June or July 08: 2,038

Plan, Rincon Aleman B:

Housing: Rincon Aleman, Riobamba - Shared bedroom and bathroom
Meals: Daily breakfast only
Transportation from Quito/Guayaquil to Riobamba: Included

FEE:  $1,712
June or July 08: $1,786

Plan, Rincon Aleman C:

Housing: Rincon Aleman, Riobamba - Private bedroom and bathroom
Meals: Daily breakfast only
Transportation from Quito/Guayaquil to Riobamba: Not included

FEE:  $1,765
June or July 08: $1,842

Plan, Rincon Aleman D:

Housing: Rincon Aleman, Riobamba - Shared bedroom and bathroom
Meals: Daily breakfast only
Transportation from Quito/Guayaquil to Riobamba: Not included

FEE: $1,535
June or July 08: $1,602



We've had many participants in the past do Cachamsi as one their 4th year electives, or for residents, their international health elective. We can complete all necessary paperwork and traditionally haven't had any problems satisfying requirements for credit. We accept participants at most educational levels and medical specialties: