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Overview
Click to OpenEnergetic, artistic, and cosmopolitan Madrid is a magical place to advance your academics. Experience Spain’s capital your way by customizing your study abroad term on the Open Campus Block Program. Take one, two, or three six-week blocks, select your courses from a wide range of subject areas. In Madrid, you’ll be located near the Puerta de Sol and surrounded by museums, fountains, parks, shops, restaurants, and the famous Atocha train station.
Stay in Madrid the entire time or spend other blocks at our Global Institute locations in Berlin, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Copenhagen, London, Yucatán, Monteverde, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, Santiago, Shanghai, and Sydney.
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Your Destination
Madrid’s influence in politics, education, science, entertainment, media, fashion, and arts make 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 Hapsburg Empire, and world-renowned art museums. A huge variety of tapas bars, dance shows, concerts, parks, soccer matches, bustling neighborhoods, and contemporary theater and cinema make it a lively place to live and learn.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Embark on a two-night/three-day study tour to a different region of Spain or neighboring country, like one of these:
- Bilbao. Discover the region’s distinctive political identity through food, architecture, art, and sport.
- Tenerife. Explore the largest Canary Island, and learn about the impact of immigration and how mass tourism affects sustainability.
- Lisbon. Learn about a peripheral EU economy with visits to local company exporters.
- Granada. Explore this Andalusian city´s role in the Arab world, history, and today's tourism.
- Stay with Spanish hosts for a weekend.
- Soak up Spanish culture with museum visits, cooking lessons, urban art tours, film festivals, and neighborhood visits.
- Connect with other students through sports and active outings.
- Boost your Spanish skills via language exchange.
- Get to know the city better by helping at a youth center, school, or other organization.
PROJECTS
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 field-work.
- Service-learning. Combine course-based learning with practical, relevant project experience to meet a community-defined need.
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HOUSING
Shared apartments
Students can live with other CIEE students in apartments that have single or double rooms and shared bathrooms. Utilities, cleaning, laundry facilities, and internet access are included.Commuting
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MEALS
Apartments: Meals are not included. Students prepare meals in their shared kitchen apartments or purchase affordable meals in their neighborhood at supermarkets, cafeterias, etc.
Madrid, Spain Where You'll Study
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Program Details
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The program detailsStudents 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 Global Institute locations in Berlin, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Copenhagen, London, Monteverde, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Rome, Santiago, Shanghai, Sydney, and Yucatán.
Students select one of six academic tracks: 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 Global Institute – Madrid which is located near Puerta del Sol. The Institute includes classrooms, a lounge, Wi-Fi, and experienced staff that support day-to-day life in Madrid. Most courses are taught in English by CIEE faculty.
Our strong relationships with Madrid’s most-respected universities and research institutions allows 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, faculty arrange guest lectures, excursions, activities, and more.
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students need to have a GPA of at least 2.5
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Curriculum
Program Credit
- One block: 6 U.S semester/9 quarter credits
- Two blocks: 12 U.S. semester/18 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
- CIEE Internship: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 seminar 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 seminar hours, 90 service hours
Language of Instruction
English and/or Spanish
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.
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:
- Mobile students studying for three blocks who wish to complete a lab course (offered in London, Monteverde, and Yucatán) will be required to opt out of one course to remain within the program credit range.
Academic Projects
- Internships and Service-Learning are only available in Spanish, therefore only students with advanced Spanish language ability are eligible.
- Each Academic Project (Internship, Service-Learning, Directed Independent Research) placement will be designed based on the student’s project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. 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.
- Students applying for an Academic Project are required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
- To qualify for participation, students must be in the location for at least one block in advance of the Academic Project to prepare for and secure placement. As a result, students participate in an Academic Project in either Block II or III.
Language Classes
- During course selection students interested in a 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 not enrolled in three-credit language classes may add the non-credit “Survival Spanish” course to their course load during the on-site orientation.
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.
FALL 2019 COURSES
Click to OpenCourses 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 Global Institute sites.
Use our Fall 2019 Course Comparison Tool to compare classes offered across all Open Campus locations for each block.
BLOCK I
BUSINESS
COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND NEW MEDIA
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND CULTURE
- SPAN 1001 MASP: Spanish Language - Beginning I
- AHIS 3102 MASP: Spanish Masters in the Madrid Museums
- NONCR SPAN MASP: Survival Spanish
STEM AND SOCIETY
BLOCK II
BUSINESS
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND CULTURE
STEM AND SOCIETY
- (GI) ENVI 2002 MASP: Sustainability and the Antropocene
- (GI) CMPS 2001 MASP: Computer Science II Data Structures
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Each Academic Project placement will be designed based on the student’s academic track, project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. 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. Students applying for an Academic Project will be required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
To qualify for participation, students must be in the location for at least one block in advance of the Academic Project in order to prepare for and plan the placement. As a result, students participate in an Academic Project in either Block II or III. CIEE Academic Projects are approximately 120 total hours of field-based work/internship, service-learning, or independent research hours, plus 15 hours of meetings with CIEE faculty advisors, for 3 semester / 4.5 quarter credits. In Madrid, the Internship and Service-Learning Projects are only available in Spanish. Interested students enroll in the accompanying class:
- (GI) INDR 4901 MASP: Directed Independent Research
- (GI) INSH 3801 MASP (SPAN): Internship Seminar (in Spanish)
- (GI) SVCL 3701 MASP (SPAN): Service-Learning Project (in Spanish)
BLOCK III
BUSINESS
GLOBAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND CULTURE
STEM AND SOCIETY
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Each Academic Project placement will be designed based on the student’s academic track, project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. 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. Students applying for an Academic Project will be required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
To qualify for participation, students must be in the location for at least one block in advance of the Academic Project in order to prepare for and plan the placement. As a result, students participate in an Academic Project in either Block II or III. CIEE Academic Projects are approximately 120 total hours of field-based work/internship, service-learning, or independent research hours, plus 15 hours of meetings with CIEE faculty advisors, for 3 semester / 4.5 quarter credits. In Madrid, the Internship and Service-Learning Projects are only available in Spanish. Interested students enroll in the accompanying class:
Spring 2020 Courses
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BLOCK I
BUSINESS
COMMUNICATIONS, JOURNALISM, AND NEW MEDIA
GLOBAL & COMMUNITY HEALTH
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
- INRE 3101 MASP (ENG): Spanish Civil War in Memory and History (in English)
- (GI) INRE 4007 MASP: Contemporary Controversies in International Relations
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE, AND CULTURE
STEM & SOCIETY
BLOCK II
BUSINESS
COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM & NEW MEDIA
GLOBAL & COMMUNITY HEALTH
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE & CULTURE
- SPAN 1002 MASP: Spanish Language - Beginning II
- RELI 2101 MASP: The Road to Sepharad and the History of Spanish Jews
- NONCR SPAN MASP: Survival Spanish
STEM & SOCIETY
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Each Academic Project placement will be designed based on the student’s academic track, project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. 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. Students applying for an Academic Project will be required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
To qualify for participation, students must be in the location for at least one block in advance of the Academic Project in order to prepare for and plan the placement. As a result, students participate in an Academic Project in either Block II or III. CIEE Academic Projects are approximately 120 total hours of field-based work/internship, service-learning, or independent research hours, plus 15 hours of meetings with CIEE faculty advisors, for 3 semester / 4.5 quarter credits. In Madrid, the Internship and Service-Learning Projects are only available in Spanish. Interested students enroll in the accompanying class:
- (GI) INSH 3801 MASP (SPAN): Internship Seminar (in Spanish)
- (GI) INDR 4901 MASP: Directed Independent Research
- (GI) SVCL 3701 MASP (SPAN): Service-Learning Project (in Spanish)
BLOCK III
BUSINESS
COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM & NEW MEDIA
GLOBAL & COMMUNITY HEALTH
LANGUAGE, LITERATURE & CULTURE
- SPAN 2001 MASP: Spanish Language - Intermediate I
- URBS 3101 MASP: Architecture, Cultural Identity, and Spanish Urban Landscapes
- NONCR SPAN MASP: Survival Spanish
STEM & SOCIETY
- (GI) AGRI 3001 MASP: Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
- (GI) ENGI 3001 MASP: Environmental Engineering
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
Each Academic Project placement will be designed based on the student’s academic track, project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. 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. Students applying for an Academic Project will be required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
To qualify for participation, students must be in the location for at least one block in advance of the Academic Project in order to prepare for and plan the placement. As a result, students participate in an Academic Project in either Block II or III. CIEE Academic Projects are approximately 120 total hours of field-based work/internship, service-learning, or independent research hours, plus 15 hours of meetings with CIEE faculty advisors, for 3 semester / 4.5 quarter credits. In Madrid, the Internship and Service-Learning Projects are only available in Spanish. Interested students enroll in the accompanying class:
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
- 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 Global Institute 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.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- 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
- Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
- Excursions and/or Study Tours
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
- 24/7 emergency on-site support
No Hidden Fees
Program |
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| Fall Block I 2019 6 weeks | Deadline Passed | Aug 12, 2019 | Sep 21, 2019 |
$5,950
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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 = $4,050 ** Housing = $1,433 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $5,950Estimated 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 = $900 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $75 Books & Supplies = $100 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $3,357Financial 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 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 *** homestay includes two meals daily; no meals are included for students in the Residencia option † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Fall Blocks I, II 2019 12 weeks | Deadline Passed | Aug 12, 2019 | Nov 2, 2019 |
$11,900
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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 = $8,567 ** Housing = $2,866 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $11,900Estimated 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 = $1,800 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $150 Books & Supplies = $200 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $1,900 Total Estimated Costs = $5,382Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Fall Blocks I, II, III 2019 18 weeks | Deadline Passed | Aug 12, 2019 | Dec 14, 2019 |
$17,850
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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 = $13,084 ** Housing = $4,299 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $17,850Estimated 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 = $2,700 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $225 Books & Supplies = $300 Visa Fees = $242 ††† Personal expenses = $2,850 Total Estimated Costs = $7,567Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Students staying a full semester in Madrid require a visa |
| Fall Block II 2019 6 weeks | Deadline Passed | Sep 23, 2019 | Nov 2, 2019 |
$5,950
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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 = $4,050 ** Housing = $1,433 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $5,950Estimated 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 = $900 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $75 Books & Supplies = $100 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $3,357Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Fall Blocks II, III 2019 12 weeks | Deadline Passed | Sep 23, 2019 | Dec 14, 2019 |
$11,900
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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 = $8,567 ** Housing = $2,866 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $11,900Estimated 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 = $1,800 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $150 Books & Supplies = $200 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $1,900 Total Estimated Costs = $5,382Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Fall Block III 2019 6 weeks | Deadline Passed | Nov 4, 2019 | Dec 14, 2019 |
$5,950
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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 = $4,050 ** Housing = $1,433 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $5,950Estimated 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 = $900 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $75 Books & Supplies = $100 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $3,357Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| OC Academic Year 2019-2020 39 weeks | Deadline Passed | Aug 12, 2019 | May 9, 2020 |
$17,850
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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 = $13,084 ** Housing = $4,299 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $17,850Estimated 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 = $2,700 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $225 Books & Supplies = $300 Visa Fees = $242 ††† Personal expenses = $2,850 Total Estimated Costs = $7,567Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Students staying a full semester in Madrid require a visa |
| Spring Block I 2020 6 weeks | Oct 1, 2019 | Jan 6, 2020 | Feb 15, 2020 |
$5,950
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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 = $4,050 ** Housing = $1,433 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $5,950Estimated 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 = $900 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $75 Books & Supplies = $100 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $3,357Financial 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 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 *** homestay includes two meals daily; no meals are included for students in the Residencia option † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Blocks I, II 2020 12 weeks | Oct 1, 2019 | Jan 6, 2020 | Mar 28, 2020 |
$11,900
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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 = $8,567 ** Housing = $2,866 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $11,900Estimated 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 = $1,800 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $150 Books & Supplies = $200 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $1,900 Total Estimated Costs = $5,382Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Blocks I, II, III 2020 18 weeks | Oct 1, 2019 | Jan 6, 2020 | May 9, 2020 |
$17,850
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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 = $13,084 ** Housing = $4,299 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $17,850Estimated 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 = $2,700 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $225 Books & Supplies = $300 Visa Fees = $242 ††† Personal expenses = $2,850 Total Estimated Costs = $7,567Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Students staying a full semester in Madrid require a visa |
| Spring Block II 2020 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Feb 17, 2020 | Mar 28, 2020 |
$5,950
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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 = $4,050 ** Housing = $1,433 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $5,950Estimated 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 = $900 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $75 Books & Supplies = $100 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $3,357Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Blocks II, III 2020 12 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Feb 17, 2020 | May 9, 2020 |
$11,900
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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 = $8,567 ** Housing = $2,866 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $11,900Estimated 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 = $1,800 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $150 Books & Supplies = $200 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $1,900 Total Estimated Costs = $5,382Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Block III 2020 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Mar 30, 2020 | May 9, 2020 |
$5,950
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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 = $4,050 ** Housing = $1,433 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $5,950Estimated 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 = $900 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $75 Books & Supplies = $100 Visa Fees = $82 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $3,357Financial 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 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 *** students placed in homestays will have breakfast and dinner provided during the week and three meals a day on weekends † for students not in homestays; homestay students should budget $360 per Block for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
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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Eero Jesurun
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Eero Jesurun, Ph.D. completed his B.S. and M.A degrees from Georgetown University´s School of Foreign Service.
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Francisco Frisuelos
Academic Director, CIEE Global Institute in Madrid
Francisco “Paco” Frisuelos has a Ph.D. degree and M.A. in Humanities from the Universidad Carlos III (Madrid).
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