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Study Spanish Abroad Destinations
Seville,
Spain
Immerse yourself in Southern Spain’s culture – history, architecture, flamenco and tapas.
Barcelona,
Spain
Surround yourself with big-city sophistication, culture, art, sports, culinary delights and a Mediterranean climate.
Alicante,
Spain
Enjoy an American-style university experience in this seaside, temperate paradise.
Córdoba,
Argentina
Study at the oldest university in Argentina while discovering the lifestyle of yerba mate, tango and gauchos.
Havana,
Cuba
Revel in the warmth of the hospitality and climate in this one-of-a-kind destination.
San Juan,
Puerto Rico
Dive into the culture and blue waters of the island’s largest city.
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Alumni Photo Contest 2012
We look back at a video from our photo contest entries 8 years ago!
Safety & Security Updates
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Find out how to dress like the locals do in cuba. Best go prepared and to pack appropriately!
How to get a taxi in Havana
Getting a taxi might seem simple, but the Cubans have their own way of doing things! Watch our video to find out how.
How to change money in Cuba
Watch a video from our Cuba series on how to change money, and the differences between Cuban dollars and CUC.
How to Dress in Argentina
You’ll find that most Argentine people tend to dress up a little more than what you might be used to back home. You will see
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Spanish Studies Photo Contest [2019]
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What Does Study Abroad Mean?
What is study abroad? “Study abroad” can mean different things depending on your situation and needs. Usually it refers to an educational program that you
A Semester in Alicante with Spanish Studies Abroad
The end of the year was rather challenging, and it sped up to high speed right before spring break. It turns out that it’s rather
The Application Process
The application process is simple. These are the steps you need to follow:
Inform yourself
Browse our website and meet with your advisor and the Education Abroad Office.
Decide where
We offer study abroad terms in: Spain (Seville, Alicante, Barcelona), Argentina (Córdoba), Cuba (Havana), Puerto Rico (San Juan). You can also choose multiple locations.
Select a program
You will want to select a program that best suits your goals: consider your current level of Spanish, major/minor, course offerings, etc.
