Summer in Valladolid, Spain

  Spain

• Valladolid: 
Valladolid

Term: Summer 
Dates: TBA

Description: Looking for an opportunity learn or improve your Spanish? What better way than to spend a summer in Spain! At the Universidad de Valladolid you will receive quality training and have the opportunity to practice your newly acquired language skills both inside and outside of the classroom. Situated north of Madrid, Valladolid is the capital of the Region of Castile and Leon and boasts a unique blend of modern and ancient culture and architecture. In the past 25 years, the university has experienced spectacular growth, innovation and recognition as one of the premier universities in Spain. This medium-sized city provides an ideal environment to experience the local Spanish culture including, restaurants and nightlife, parks, and outdoor recreation areas.

Highlights: Valladolid University is located in the region of Castile and Leon, which was part of the former kingdom of Castile. This kingdom often played a leading role in important events, such as the discovery of America five centuries ago. Moreover, it played an outstanding role in the economic, political, and cultural development of Modern Europe.

The University of Valladolid is one of the oldest in Spain, together with the Universities of Palencia, Salamanca, and Larida. During the 13th and 14th centuries these universities formed part of a great intellectual movement which developed in Western Europe.

* Improve your Spanish
* Live with Spanish families
* Explore the culture of Valladolid
* Earn 6 hours of JU credit
* Excursions included
* Easy access to Madrid or Barcelona
* Extensive student support services
* Capital of Castile, a medium-size city
* City founded in teh 11th century, Middle Age
* One of the oldest universities in Spain
* Beginning, Intermediate or Advanced Spanish language
* Three weekly excursions
* Residential accomodation, full board

The city of Valladolid, capital of the Region of Castile and Leon, is located in the center of this region. Northwest of Madrid, it has a population of about 350,000. It was founded by Count Pedro Ansarez on the left bank of the Pisuerga river, close to its merging with the Douro river, during the reign of Alfonso VI of Castile (11th Century). Valladolid became important when it was the court of the King of Castile at the end of the Middle Ages.

"Studying in Spain has literally flipped my life upside down. I see things much clearer than I did before. Studying abroad has helped me look at my life in a new light. I would highly suggest anyone to broaden their horizons and travel abroad for classes." - Derek Reid

Housing
Accommodations are provided with a local Spanish family. Meals are provided twice a day with laundry services provided once per week. Apartments with full meal plan are available upon request.

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: TBA

Not Included: Airfare, textbooks, some meals, visa expenses, personal expenses.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to World Wide Participants.

Participants Travel to Spain Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

International Education Programs at Jacksonville University's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded: 2000