Integrated Studies in Alicante, Spain
Providing unique learning experiences for North American university students since 1969
Program Information
Students that opt to take this course of study attend classes alongside native Spanish students at the University of Alicante (UA). The term of study follows the university’s academic year calendar, and students can select courses from the university’s many disciplines, including humanities, science and technology, social sciences, health science, and education.
Designed as an immersion program at the advanced Spanish level, you will benefit from UA’s wide variety of courses and rich cultural resources for international students, alongside Spanish Studies’ commitment to aid your integration into the campus community. Spanish Studies students in this program can also benefit from a unique culture course taught by the Resident Director called Cultural Realities of Spain. This course allows you to synthesize your immersion experience from understanding daily life in the home stay to the historic and sociological foundations of Spain’s current social reality.
Why choose this program?
- Dedication to academic excellence
- Fall, Spring, or Academic Year
- Classes at Universidad de Alicante
- Local speaking partners
- All courses are taught in Spanish by highly qualified Spanish university professors with extensive experience in teaching American students. For more information on courses available at the Universidad de Alicante, please consult the Universidad de Alicante website.
- 12-18 credits per semester; advanced students may take additional credits with prior approval from their advisor and the Resident Director
- Small class size for personalized attention
- All students live with a local host family or in a residence hall
- All meals included
- Full access to university facilities
- Excursions: immerse yourself in a culture while touring with a group you know
Requirements
- Prerequisite: Two semesters of advanced college Spanish or the equivalent, or native/near-native speakers of Spanish; and approval from Universidad de Alicante, based upon the performance on UA's online examination
- 3.0 GPA in Spanish Language Coursework; exceptions may be made with strong recommendations from faculty
Choose your term
Choose your courses
What are you spending your program fee on?
For a specific price for this program please reach out to us, as fees vary depending on the destination.
What does the program fee include?
Tuition
Double occupancy room & full board
Laundry
Overnight & local study visits & cultural activities
Orientation
Health Insurance
Spanish Studies transcript
Support of onsite staff
Special Dietary Needs
Students with food allergies, intolerances, or other medical conditions that require a special diet may incur an extra fee to cover related dietary expenses. Please contact Spanish Studies for additional details.
All fees are in U.S. dollars and based on current exchange rates. Any considerable decrease in the value of the dollar will affect fees.
How much spending money should I budget for?
These costs are merely orientative*
This plan estimates personal and miscellaneous expenses at approximately $175 per week.
If you need to travel to a consulate for the purpose of obtaining a visa before your program abroad (semester students only), remember to budget for that travel expense.
Some students will spend more and others will spend less, of course. Consider your lifestyle and budget accordingly.
The “Short Term” estimate is for one 3.5 week program; if you are participating in two, multiply by two.
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Meet your Resident Director

My role is to provide you with the necessary resources with which to maximize your experience in Alicante. You will choose courses to satisfy your intellectual and academic requirements. Extracurricular activities supplement your coursework, allowing you to live the culture as you further your own interests. These activities include dance, theater, sports, cooking, volunteering, tutoring in English, etc. The key is to find a good combination of study and leisure so that you may achieve your individual objectives and benefit each day from this unique experience.
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