Information for term Summer Language + Culture
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenIn Barcelona, you’ll find no end of opportunities to pursue your quest for stronger Spanish language skills, or learn about Spain’s art, history, and politics. Beyond the classroom, get to know the city with guided tours to storied museums and cathedrals, insight from Spanish peers, and homestays – and see more of the region with 2 day trips.
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Live with a host family
at their Barcelona home and upgrade your Spanish language skills as you learn about local customs.
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Fast-forward your language skills
or explore Spanish art, history, politics, or urban culture with classes taught in English and Spanish.
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Experience life
in a cosmopolitan university city rooted in ancient tradition and reaching toward the future.
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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municipal parks
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beaches
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
Culture, sport, fashion, finance, media, entertainment – Barcelona brims with all of it. The largest city on the Mediterranean, Barcelona is home to 1.6 million in the city proper, edged by rivers on either side, and backed by the Serra de Collserola mountains. A walk through the city reveals 2,000 years of history, including Roman ruins, 19th century modernista architecture, ultramodern showpieces, and the Gothic buildings of the Old Town.
Castilian Spanish and Catalan are both official languages. Catalan is regularly used in all aspects of life, but not imposed. Taxi drivers, shopkeepers, professors, host families – all speak clear Castilian when Spanish speakers are present. Spanish is widely used at the university. Students don’t need to speak Catalan, but learning a few words can open doors to making friends.
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Lean on CIEE-trained Barcelona students as you ease into life in Spain. Our Local Students join you for activities that may include eating tapas or taking city tours among others. Together you'll share an insider's view of the city.
- Tour iconic sites like the Gothic Quarter, and explore Modernista architecture, and the Olympic Village and Born neighborhoods.
- Take 2 day trips to a Catalonian destination that may include the North of Catalunya, the South of Catalunya, among others.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Homestays: Students can choose to live in Spanish homestays, either alone or with another CIEE student (in individual rooms). Laundry service will be provided once a week.
Residence Halls: Students can also live in a student residencia with other Spanish and international students in individual rooms, or in a shared apartment (typically in double rooms). Students share laundry facilities and kitchens.
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MEALS
Homestay: Breakfast and dinner will be provided at home.
Residence hall and shared apartments: Meals are not included.
Barcelona, Spain Where You'll Study
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CIEE BARCELONA
Near Barcelona’s main square, Plaza Catalunya.
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CIEE Study Center to CIEE Barcelona
Students use public transportation to get from their lodgings to the CIEE Study Center – no more than a 30-minute ride.
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The program detailsThis summer program is designed for students to learn about Spain and Spanish culture and/or take their Spanish language skills to the next level, with a choice of one, two, or three four-week sessions. Options include an advanced language course and content courses in art, history, and urban culture, taught in English and Spanish.
Before coming to Spain, students wishing to take Advanced Spanish, take a placement exam. The language course is taught by experienced professors who specialize in teaching Spanish as a second language. CIEE courses are taught by area university faculty members.
Classes are held at CIEE Barcelona, located near the main square on Passatge Permanyer, near Passeig de Gràcia and Plaza Catalunya.
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students need to have a GPA of at least 2.5.
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Students need 4 semesters of college-level Spanish (or equivalent) to take courses taught in Spanish.
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Curriculum
Program Credit
- Contact hours: 45; credit – 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours, unless otherwise indicated
Students enroll in one class per four-week session.
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
Summer 2019 Courses
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- SPAN 3001 BASP: Advanced Spanish
- AHIS 3001 BASP (ENG): Catalonia and Spain Through the Arts (English)
Session II
- AHIS 3001 BASP (SPAN): Catalonia and Spain Through the Arts (in Spanish)
- HIST 3002 BASP (ENG): Past and Present in Barcelona (in English)
- HISP 3001 BASP: Urban Culture in Contemporary Barcelona
Summer 2018 Courses
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Session I
- SPAN 3001 BASP: Advanced Spanish
- AHIS 3001 BASP (ENG): Catalonia and Spain Through the Arts (English)
- POLI 3003 BARU (ENG) / HISP 3005 BARU (ENG): Spain Today: Politics and Society (English)
Session II
- HIST 3003 BABC: Past and Present in Barcelona (taught in Spanish)
- HISP 3004 BARU: Urban Culture in Contemporary Barcelona (taught in English)
Session III
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates, Deadlines & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Two-day orientation – an introduction to Spanish culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Field trips and cultural activities
- Overnight excursion
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
- 24/7 emergency on-site support
No Hidden Fees
Program |
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Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| Summer Session I 2019 4 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | May 20, 2019 | Jun 17, 2019 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,583 ** Housing = $1,100 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $760 International Airfare = $1,300 Local Transportation = $125 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $700 Total Estimated Costs = $2,985Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes two meals per day for homestay students; no meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option |
| Summer Session I and II 2019 8 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | May 20, 2019 | Jul 15, 2019 |
$7,470
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $4,803 ** Housing = $2,200 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $7,470Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,520 International Airfare = $1,300 Local Transportation = $250 Books & Supplies = $200 Personal expenses = $1,400 Total Estimated Costs = $4,670Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes two meals per day for homestay students; no meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option |
| Summer Sessions I, II and III 2019 12 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | May 20, 2019 | Aug 11, 2019 |
$10,790
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $7,023 ** Housing = $3,300 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $10,790Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $2,280 International Airfare = $1,300 Local Transportation = $375 Books & Supplies = $300 Personal expenses = $2,100 Total Estimated Costs = $6,355Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes two meals per day for homestay students; no meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option |
| Summer Session II 2019 4 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | Jun 17, 2019 | Jul 15, 2019 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,583 ** Housing = $1,100 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $760 International Airfare = $1,300 Local Transportation = $125 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $700 Total Estimated Costs = $2,985Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes two meals per day for homestay students; no meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option |
| Summer Session II and III 2019 8 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | Jun 17, 2019 | Aug 11, 2019 |
$7,470
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $4,803 ** Housing = $2,200 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $7,470Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,520 International Airfare = $1,300 Local Transportation = $250 Books & Supplies = $200 Personal expenses = $1,400 Total Estimated Costs = $4,670Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes two meals per day for homestay students; no meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option |
| Summer Session III 2019 4 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | Jul 15, 2019 | Aug 11, 2019 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,583 ** Housing = $1,100 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $760 International Airfare = $1,300 Local Transportation = $125 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $700 Total Estimated Costs = $2,985Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes two meals per day for homestay students; no meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
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Our Staff
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Magda Bernaus
Director
Magda Bernaus is the Director in Barcelona. Her professional experience is varied and spans the touristic, cultural, and education sectors.
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Fernando Janeiro
Program Manager
Fernando Janeiro Program Manager Fernando Janeiro holds an M. A. in Humanities, and is a native of Galicia in western Spain. He coordinates semester and summer programs.
Get Started
Here's what you need to do to take the next steps:-
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