Information for term Open Campus Block
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenThe energetic, artistic, and multicultural city of Madrid is an ideal place to advance your academics. Experience Spain's capital by customizing your study abroad term on the Open Campus Block program. Spend one, two, or three consecutive six-week blocks taking interactive, seminar-style courses across various subject areas.
When class is in session, you'll study at CIEE Madrid near the Puerta de Sol in the historic city center and within walking distance of world-class museums, fountains, parks, shops, restaurants, and one of Europe's largest Royal palaces. Your courses will be combined with a cultural agenda and day trips out of the classroom to help you connect with Madrid's resources and Spanish society.
BUILD YOUR STUDY ABROAD ADVENTURE
Designed for students who require a flexible study abroad experience, CIEE's Open Campus Block program was thoughtfully structured to be completely customizable. Select one, two, or three six-week blocks per term at any CIEE Open Campus Block location. Choose from Berlin, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Copenhagen, Dublin, Kyoto, London, Madrid, Monteverde, Paris, Rome, Santiago, Shanghai, Singapore, Sydney, and Yucatan.
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CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN PROGRAM
with one, two, or three six-week blocks.
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STAY IN MADRID, OR
add blocks in other Open Campus Block locations
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EXPLORE THE COUNTRY
with eye-opening excursions to nearby cities such as Toledo, Segovia or Alcalá de Henares
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ART GALLERIES & WORLD-CLASS MUSEUMS
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SQUARE MILES OF GREEN PARKS IN MADRID
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
Madrid’s influence in politics, education, science, entertainment, media, fashion, and arts makes it an important international metropolis, and the major hub in southern Europe. Spain’s capital city is also its largest, with a historic center dating back to the Habsburg Empire. . A huge variety of tapas bars, dance shows, concerts, parks, soccer matches, bustling neighborhoods, contemporary theater and cinema, and world-renowned art museums make it a lively place to live and learn. Only steps away from the historic Puerta del Sol, the CIEE Madrid is located in the heart of downtown with its vibrant cultural offering.
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Madrid.
The Culture
FEATURED EXCURSION
Visit the world heritage site of El Escorial´s Royal Palace, Kings´ Pantheon, and Monastery built under the reign of King Philip II of Spain in the 1500s. Located in the mountains about a one-hour drive north of Madrid, El Escorial’s impressive architecture offers visitors a glimpse into the daily life of the royal court, where decisions were made at the height of the Spanish Empire as a global powerhouse. Students have free time to explore the neighboring 18th-century village of San Lorenzo.
OTHER EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Explore beyond Madrid with day trips to the medieval city of Toledo or other UNESCO World Heritage cities such as Alcalá de Henares.
- Discover the flavors of Spain while learning to cook. Learn about the correct type of rice to use to make an authentic paella and try your hand at flipping a Spanish tortilla.
- Soak up Spanish culture with museum visits, dance workshops, urban art and graffiti tours, and popular neighborhood visits in Lavapiés, Malasaña, or La Latina.
- Is the outdoors more your style? Try kayaking, snow walking, or hiking in the outskirts of Madrid city.
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Enrich your experience with one of three optional Academic Projects.
Students interested in one of the following Academic Projects must submit additional materials as part of their application:
- Internships. Build new skills and intercultural competencies with a CIEE Internship and become an active member of the Madrid professional environment. Gain on-the-job experience at a start-up tech firm, a financial company, or other modern business. Students applying for the internship should have an advanced level of Spanish.
- Research. Pursue a research project of your own design incorporating independent, local fieldwork.
- Service-learning. Combine course-based learning with practical, relevant project experience to meet a community-defined need. Students applying should have an advanced level of Spanish.
LOCAL ENGAGEMENT
Together with your courses, gain unique exposure to the press rooms of Spain’s leading media, international businesses, world-renowned museums, state-of-the-art clinics, and historic concert venues. CIEE Madrid faculty design courses that take students outside the classroom to draw from Madrid as an experiential laboratory.
Learn from local experts and guest speakers as part of your courses. Past visitors to CIEE Madrid classrooms include CEOs, presidents of international nonprofits, film directors, founders of renewable energy initiatives, researchers in clinical psychology, and recently Spain’s Minister of Culture.
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HOUSING
All housing is in the city of Madrid within a 30-60-minute commute to CIEE.
Homestays: Homestay placements may be with individuals or families, and hosts may welcome one or two CIEE students who are in Madrid for all three blocks. Each student has a private bedroom and shared bathroom, with access to a kitchen, WiFi, and laundry facilities. Ideal for Spanish majors.
Residence Halls: These modern-style, WiFi-enabled dormitories typically house students in single or shared bedrooms. The residence halls have independent dining halls and laundry facilities and are close to supermarkets, restaurants, and public transport. Meals, kitchen access, and laundry are not included in the program fee.
Shared Apartments: Students stay in furnished apartments with single, double, or triple rooms. Apartments have access to a kitchen and shared common spaces and are in safe areas with plenty of shopping and eating options. This housing option is limited.
Housing is tight in Madrid, so housing placement decisions are at the sole discretion of CIEE. If we cannot accommodate your first housing preference, we’ll let you know before you arrive.
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MEALS
Homestays: Hosts provide two meals a day during the week, which includes breakfast and one hot meal.
Residence Halls/Shared Apartments: Meals are not included. Residence halls and apartments have direct access to supermarkets, restaurants, public transport, and independent dining halls. Students have the option to purchase dining hall meal plans on their own if offered by the residence hall management.
Madrid, Spain Where You'll Study
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Getting Around
Students walk or use public transportation.
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Academics
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Students enroll in one, two, or three six-week blocks, taking two courses during each block. This program gives students the flexibility to stay in Madrid the entire time or spend other blocks at our Open Campus Block locations in Berlin, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Copenhagen, Dublin, Kyoto, London, Monteverde, Paris, Rome, Santiago, Singapore, Shanghai, Sydney, and Yucatán.
Students can choose from a variety of disciplines within seven different tracks: Art and Architecture, Business; Communications, Journalism, and New Media; Global and Community Health; International Relations and Political Science; Language, Literature, and Culture, or STEM and Society.
Classes are held at the CIEE Madrid near Puerta del Sol. The Center includes classrooms, a lounge, Wi-Fi, and experienced staff that support daily life in Madrid. Most courses are taught in English by CIEE faculty.
Our strong relationships with Madrid’s most respected universities and research institutions allow us to offer top-quality courses, taught by local faculty. A core group of CIEE faculty members serve as professors and help coordinate academic projects. Working with CIEE resident staff, the faculty arrange guest lectures, excursions, activities, and more.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
There are no specific language requirements for this program.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Program Requirements
Students are required to enroll in two courses each block. Students attending the program for all three blocks in a semester may select one block in which to enroll in only one course.
PROGRAM CREDIT
- One block: 6-7 U.S semester/9-10.5 quarter credits
- Two blocks: 12-14 U.S. semester/18-21 quarter credits
- Three blocks: 15-18 U.S. semester/22.5-27 quarter credits
Course Credit
- CIEE courses: typically, 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
- language courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 60 contact hours
- lab courses: 4 U.S. semester/6 quarter credits; 60 contact hours
- CIEE Internship: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 contact hours, 100-120 internship placement hours
- CIEE Directed Independent Research: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 contact hours, 100-120 research hours
- CIEE Service-Learning Project: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 contact hours, 90 service hours
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Academic Culture
Each six-week course is a full semester in content, so the pace is accelerated, and the workload is demanding. CIEE courses are designed to follow U.S. academic culture and standards. The class environment typically features a combination of traditional lecture and discussion with co-curricular excursions and activities. Heavy emphasis is placed on student participation. To avoid falling behind, students should not plan personal travel out of Madrid when classes are in session and plan trips for the long weekends in between blocks.
Class Format
Courses taught at the CIEE Center are typically for CIEE students only. Classes are scheduled Monday-Friday and meet either two, three, or four times per week, and attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation required for each hour in class. Instruction is supported and augmented online by our learning management system, Canvas.
Grading
Courses taught at the CIEE Center are typically for CIEE students only. Classes are scheduled Monday-Friday and meet either two, three, or four times per week, and attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation required for each hour in class. Instruction is supported and augmented online by our learning management system, Canvas. Some courses may be facilitated as a Hybrid course by an instructor from a separate CIEE location. In a Hybrid course, you will learn either face-to-face or online, depending on your location.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Language of Instruction
English and/or Spanish
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Courses
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Course Notes
- Courses are listed below by block and track; course list subject to change. Courses are in English unless otherwise noted. “GI” denotes courses that are offered at multiple CIEE locations.
- Use the Course Comparison Tools to compare classes offered across all Open Campus Block programs for each block:
- Students studying for three blocks who wish to complete a lab course will be required to opt out of one course to remain within the program credit range.
- Many CIEE courses are available in multiple CIEE locations. To help ensure you can enroll in the courses you need, some courses may be facilitated as a Hybrid course by an instructor from a location separate from your own. In a Hybrid course, you will learn either face-to-face or online, depending on your location. However, regardless of your location, you will apply what you learn from the instructor and course materials in your location. Hybrid courses can be identified in the course list as those whose course codes end in “CIEE” – open the syllabus to see the instruction location, if known.
Hybrid Courses
Most courses are taught face-to-face and offered only for students at one location. CIEE offers some courses in a hybrid format, available to multiple program locations to increase course choices. A hybrid class is taught synchronously in a classroom in one location, and students in the program at other CIEE locations join live online. Hybrid courses can be identified in the course list as those whose course codes end in “CIEE”, and the title will include the location of instruction. Regardless of your location, you will apply what you learn from the instructor and course materials in your location. Co-curricular activities are tailored to each student’s location to promote local, experiential, and intercultural learning for all.
Academic Projects
- Academic Projects will be offered onsite (either in-person or remotely) or remotely at another Open Campus Block location, dependent on availability and in compliance with local health and safety regulations.
- Academic Project placement will be designed based on the student’s project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements in location or within the Open Campus Block network either in-person or remotely. The process is highly individualized and goal oriented. Students enrolled in an Academic Project will receive additional academic support that informs and enhances the placement experience.
- Internships and Service-Learning are only available in Spanish, therefore only students with advanced Spanish language ability are eligible; a language assessment will be required.
- Students applying for an Academic Project must submit additional materials during the course selection process.
Language Classes
- During course selection students interested in a non-introductory Spanish language course, Internship, or Service-Learning Project will be instructed to take an online Spanish language assessment to determine their proficiency level; enrollment will be finalized on site and is based on assessment outcomes.
- Students may add the non-credit “Survival Spanish” course to their course load during the on-site orientation.
Fall 2023 CIEE Courses
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Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Spring 2023 CIEE Courses
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Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Global and Community Health Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
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.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Scholarships
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CIEE offers 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
- McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing, and Public Health Merit Scholarships
- Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
- 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.
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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.
In blocks I and II, courses and formal activities end on the last Thursday of the block, and in block III, on the last Friday. Students are free to use the time between blocks as they choose, either remaining in their location or using the time for their own travel pursuits. Students changing locations must check into their new Open Campus Network location by the first Monday of the block for local orientation, with classes starting on the first Wednesday of each block. In all cases, students are provided with continuous accommodation, and should speak with CIEE staff for more details.
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| Spring Block I 2023 6 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jan 2, 2023 | Feb 11, 2023 |
$6,650
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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 = $4,933 * Housing = $1,250 ** Insurance = $167 *** Total Fees = $6,650Estimated 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 = $630 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $50 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $650 Total Estimated Costs = $1,970Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan at student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Blocks I, II 2023 12 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jan 2, 2023 | Mar 25, 2023 |
$13,300
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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 = $10,333 * Housing = $2,500 ** Insurance = $167 *** Total Fees = $13,300Estimated 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 = $1,890 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $125 Books & Supplies = $200 Personal expenses = $1,600 Total Estimated Costs = $4,355Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan in student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Blocks I, II, III 2023 18 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jan 2, 2023 | May 6, 2023 |
$19,950
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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 = $15,733 * Housing = $3,750 ** Insurance = $167 *** Total Fees = $19,950Estimated 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 = $3,780 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $250 Books & Supplies = $400 Visa Fees = $160 ††† Personal expenses = $3,400 Total Estimated Costs = $8,530Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan in student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Students staying a full semester in Madrid require a visa |
| Spring Block II 2023 6 weeks | Deadline Passed | Feb 13, 2023 | Mar 25, 2023 |
$6,650
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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 = $4,933 * Housing = $1,250 ** Insurance = $167 *** Total Fees = $6,650Estimated 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 = $630 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $50 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $650 Total Estimated Costs = $1,970Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan at the student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Blocks II, III 2023 12 weeks | Deadline Passed | Feb 13, 2023 | May 6, 2023 |
$13,300
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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 = $10,333 * Housing = $2,500 ** Insurance = $167 *** Total Fees = $13,300Estimated 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 = $1,890 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $125 Books & Supplies = $200 Personal expenses = $1,600 Total Estimated Costs = $4,355Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * homestay includes two meals daily; no meals are included for students in the Residencia option ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan in student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Block III 2023 6 weeks | Deadline Passed | Mar 27, 2023 | May 6, 2023 |
$6,650
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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 = $4,933 * Housing = $1,250 ** Insurance = $167 *** Total Fees = $6,650Estimated 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 = $630 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $50 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $2,270Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan at student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Fall Block I 2023 6 weeks | Apr 15, 2023 | Aug 14, 2023 | Sep 23, 2023 |
$6,650
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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 = $4,903 * Housing = $1,250 ** Insurance = $197 *** Total Fees = $6,650Estimated 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 = $630 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $50 Books & Supplies = $20 Personal expenses = $300 Other = $30 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $1,570Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan in a student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required |
| Fall Blocks I, II 2023 12 weeks | Apr 15, 2023 | Aug 14, 2023 | Nov 4, 2023 |
$13,300
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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 = $10,303 * Housing = $2,500 ** Insurance = $197 *** Total Fees = $13,300Estimated 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 = $1,530 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $125 Books & Supplies = $60 Personal expenses = $900 Other = $30 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $3,185Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan in a student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required |
| Fall Blocks I, II, III 2023 18 weeks | Apr 15, 2023 | Aug 14, 2023 | Dec 16, 2023 |
$19,950
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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 = $15,703 * Housing = $3,750 ** Insurance = $197 *** Total Fees = $19,950Estimated 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 = $2,430 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $200 Books & Supplies = $100 Visa Fees = $160 ††† Personal expenses = $1,650 Other = $30 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $5,110Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan in a student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Students staying a full semester in Madrid require a visa †††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required |
| Fall Block II 2023 6 weeks | May 1, 2023 | Sep 25, 2023 | Nov 4, 2023 |
$6,650
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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 = $4,903 * Housing = $1,250 ** Insurance = $197 *** Total Fees = $6,650Estimated 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 = $630 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $50 Books & Supplies = $20 Personal expenses = $300 Other = $30 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $1,570Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan at student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required |
| Fall Blocks II, III 2023 12 weeks | May 1, 2023 | Sep 25, 2023 | Dec 16, 2023 |
$13,300
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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 = $10,303 * Housing = $2,500 ** Insurance = $197 *** Total Fees = $13,300Estimated 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 = $1,530 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $125 Books & Supplies = $60 Personal expenses = $900 Other = $30 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $3,185Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan at student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required |
| Fall Block III 2023 6 weeks | May 1, 2023 | Nov 6, 2023 | Dec 16, 2023 |
$6,650
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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 = $4,903 * Housing = $1,250 ** Insurance = $197 *** Total Fees = $6,650Estimated 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 = $630 † International Airfare = $540 †† Local Transportation = $50 Books & Supplies = $20 Personal expenses = $300 Other = $30 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $1,570Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global 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 by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students ** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends *** non-refundable † Based on a full meal plan at student dorm †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required |
| Spring Block I 2024 6 weeks | Oct 1, 2023 | Jan 2, 2024* | Feb 10, 2024* | |
| Spring Blocks I, II 2024 6 weeks | Oct 1, 2023 | Feb 12, 2024 | TBD | |
| Spring Blocks I, II, III 2024 6 weeks | Oct 1, 2023 | Feb 12, 2024 | TBD | |
| Spring Block II 2024 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2023 | Feb 12, 2024 | Mar 23, 2024 | |
| Spring Blocks II, III 2024 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2023 | Feb 12, 2024 | Mar 23, 2024 | |
| Spring Block III 2024 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2023 | Mar 25, 2024 | May 4, 2023 | |
| OC Academic Year 2023-2024 6 weeks | Apr 15, 2023 | Aug 14, 2023 | TBD |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
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, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
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Eero Jesurun
Center Director
Eero Jesurun, Ph.D. completed his B.S. and M.A degrees from Georgetown University´s School of Foreign Service.
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Jon Snyder, PhD
Academic Director
Jon Snyder (PhD, University of Michigan) teaches courses at CIEE Madrid on contemporary Spanish literature, with a research specialization on the cultures of protest in social movements.
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