Host Families, Language Classes and Community Service

Students reside individually in host families with whom CIEE has had a relationship for many years. Given the mild climate, Seville is a city where walking is easy and enjoyable and students are able to walk to class. If the host family is not located in the city center, students must be willing to take public transportation when necessary.

Classes take place at a language center in downtown Seville. There are no language requirements for participating in the GAP year program in Seville. GAP Students take an intensive language program that meets four hours per day, five days a week for the first two weeks of the program and continue with language training during the remainder of their stay. Each class will have approximately 10-15 students. Classes are designed to help students improve language skills and to learn Spanish literature, history and culture. If a student is a very advanced speaker, a university-level CIEE class may be arranged. Students wishing to pursue this must take the CIEE online placement test prior to arrival.

Amnesty International, Red Cross, Immigrant groups, Women's groups, disabled groups (mobility and visually), children's groups and marginal areas are among the volunteer opportunities offered to GAP students. CIEE requires 10-15 hours of volunteer time per week. Students may choose their area of service according to availability. Students also participate in a group volunteer project each semester in Seville. They work with the CIEE Resident Coordinator to determine the theme of the project.

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