Spanish and European Studies: Alicante, Spain

  Spain

• Alicante: 
Alicante

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer 
Dates: Fall: August - December, Spring: January - May, Summer: June, July

Description: This program is designed for students who wish to experience all that a beautiful Spanish city on the Mediterranean has to offer, while studying the Spanish language and the complexities of Spanish and contemporary European societies. The summer Alicante Program offers three four week sessions. You may opt to participate in one, two or three of the sessions. The USAC program is located at the 30,000 student University of Alicante. While enrolled, USAC students enjoy privileges accorded local students at the University of Alicante, such as activities, student clubs, and organizations.

The summer Alicante Program offers two sessions, a five-week session and a four-week session with the option of a four-day visit to Madrid. This program is ideal for those unable to participate in semester or yearlong programs. Students may combine intensive Spanish language courses and elective courses for a minimum of 3 credits and a maximum of 6 credits per summer session.

Highlights: Alicante is the seaside, year-round resort home to sandy white beaches, wide beautiful boulevards, fine cuisine and many historical and cultural attractions. In addition to opening an academic window on the Spanish people, through field trips and integration into the university and community life, this program allows you to personally experience the richness of Spanish culture.

Cost in US$: Semester: $7,680 Year: $14,860 Summer: $3,090-6,730

Experience Required: no

Participants Travel to Spain Independently Or in Groups

Scholarships are Available. - Requirements vary. Please contact USAC.

University Studies Abroad Consortium's Mission Statement: University Studies Abroad Consortium is a nonprofit consortium of 33 U.S. universities offering you quality study abroad programs for over 25 years from housing, internships, field study courses and more; from the point you apply, your arrival and stay, to your transcript upon return. The mission of the University Studies Abroad Consortium is to provide students with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, experiences and attitudes to prepare them for the global society of the 21st century. We believe study abroad is the most effective way to accomplish these goals.

Year Founded: 1982