Information for term Advanced Liberal Arts
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenEver dreamt about living in the south of Spain? Known for its fantastic weather, tapas culture, Flamenco, winding narrow streets, picturesque plazas, and majestic monuments, Seville is a city cherished for its cultural past, making it an ideal destination for students in the Advanced Liberal Arts program.
At CIEE Seville, students from all areas of study are invited to experience the city's countless socio-cultural wonders – all while earning academic credits. When class is in session, you will enroll in an engaging combination of courses alongside other international students at Seville's different host universities (University of Seville, University of Pablo de Olavide, and EUSA School of Communications). In addition to advancing your Spanish language skills, you can choose to study topics in business, economics, marketing, journalism, history, psychology, biology, chemistry, literature, linguistics, and more. All your courses will be complemented by co-curricular activities, excursions, day trips, and overnight trips organized by CIEE beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and intercultural understanding.
Outside the classroom, you will have every opportunity to stroll along the city's magical streets and explore charming plazas that will leave you speechless! The incredible, historic city of Seville is unlike any other. Meet "Sevillians" and discover a relaxed lifestyle that will make you fall in love with the local way of life.
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The Take-Aways
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EXPLORE A NEW PLACE, TASTE OR EXPERIENCE
every week, with activities and excursions that augment your learning.
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BECOME IMMERSED IN SEVILLE
with courses alongside local Spanish peers at local Spanish universities.
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MAKE LASTING FRIENDSHIPS WITH LOCAL STUDENTS
while taking courses with locals in our three partner universities
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UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN OLD TOWN
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SOCCER TEAMS IN THE CITY (LA LIGA)
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NUMBER OF SUNNY DAYS IN THE YEAR
300
Location & Culture
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The Destination
Seeking a life-changing experience in Spain? Then Seville is your destination. Advanced Spanish language students will have a transformative experience by living in Seville and exploring its colorful streets, becoming captivated by the immemorial culture surrounding you, and falling in love with the heart of Andalucia. Discover a city brimming with life and history and learn how it has evolved through the centuries and inspired the rest of the world.
Seville is a welcoming city that will captivate you immediately. Enjoy its tranquility and wander the streets during the day, taking in the Guadalquivir River, followed by tapas and flamenco, the highest form of art and expression in Southern Spain. The cuisine of Seville is an art form itself and boasts very special regional artisan dishes that you cannot miss. And don’t forget about the vibrant nightlife and incredible weather all year round.
CIEE Seville is in the historic downtown neighborhood of “Santa Cruz”, very close to the University of Seville’s main campus. Study and make local friends in an 18th-century palace while enjoying a large variety of weekly cultural activities and events. No better way to improve your intercultural skills and abilities.
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 Seville.
Are you ready to capture your Seville experience? Come and join us!
The Culture
FEATURED EXCURSION
Come along and explore the beautiful and astonishing city of Granada. Famous for its grand Islamic architecture, Alhambra Palaces, free tapas culture, and iconic monuments, Granada is a once-in-a-lifetime must-see.
OTHER EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Get to know local Spanish students through fun and engaging activities
- Explore beyond Seville and participate in day trips and excursions to discover other Spanish cities in the region of Andalucía. Past destinations included the cities of Córdoba, Cádiz, Málaga, Jerez de la Frontera, Ronda, Aracena, and many others.
- Engage in fun sports activities and workshops such as bike tours, wine tastings, cooking, flamenco, ceramics classes, and many more. Try kayaking at the Guadalquivir River at sunset or hiking in the “Sierra Norte.”
- Become a Sevillano and see Seville’s social fabric for yourself while engaging with the local community. Seville’s lifestyle will make you fall in love with Spain’s traditions and customs.
- Soak up Spanish culture through neighborhood visits to some of the most emblematic locations such as Triana and Santa Cruz. Get ready for the unexpected, you’ll love it!
INTERNSHIP & VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
- Tandem Project: Team up with a Spanish student from the University of Seville for peer-to-peer language-related activities. Your Spanish language skills and abilities will improve by leaps and bounds.
- Volunteering: Give back and create a deeper connection to Seville’s local community. Collaborate with local associations, NGOs, and other minority communities in Seville.
- Internships: There are plenty of options to earn credit and beef up your resume with international experience in the Spanish working market. Help improve logistics and customer relations, build finance reports in Excel, analyze competitors, develop marketing plans, audit local Andalusian companies, and more.
LOCAL ENGAGEMENT
- Cultural Language Assistant: Become an ambassador of the US at local public schools in Seville. You will be collaborating with local teachers facilitating fun and engaging intercultural activities with children and/or teenagers.
- Language Immersion Weekend: a weekend in the countryside, with Spanish university students, and only speaking Spanish.
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Daily Life
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HOUSING
All housing is within a 25- to 30-minute commute to CIEE.
Homestays: Live with a Spanish-speaking family, with or without another CIEE student, and immerse yourself in the city’s language and culture. Each student has an individual room.
Residence Halls: Students usually live with a mix of CIEE, local, and international students. Students live in studio apartments. Each studio apartment has two individual rooms and a shared bathroom and kitchen. Residence Halls have study rooms, meeting common spaces, TV rooms, a cinema room, laundry, a gym, a swimming pool, and many more services.
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MEALS
Homestay: Three meals per day are provided by the host.
Residence Halls: Meals are not provided. Students have access to the studio apartment kitchens.
Seville, Spain Where You'll Study
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CIEE SEVILLE
Calle Muñoz y Pabón, 9 41004 Seville
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UNIVERSIDAD DE SEVILLA
Downtown Seville
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UNIVERSIDAD PABLO DE OLAVIDE
A 25-min metro ride from the center of the city.
Academics
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This program is designed for students with advanced Spanish language skills and strong academic backgrounds. Students take most classes with Spanish students at our partner institutions: the Universidad de Sevilla, Universidad Pablo de Olavide, and EUSA, as well as from CIEE Seville where a variety of specialized electives are offered. Whether you are interested in business, engineering, language, arts, humanities, or social sciences, you can explore your interests and earn credit toward your degree in Seville.
Universidad de Sevilla has been one of Spain’s leading institutions of higher learning since the 16th century and now hosts some 75,000 students. Its many schools, departments, and institutes serve the educational needs of Spain’s most populous region.
EUSA (Estudios Universitarios Superiores de Andalucía) University Centre is a private university center founded in 1961 and affiliated with the University of Seville since 1996. Their official undergraduate degrees include Audiovisual Communication, Journalism, Advertising and Public Relations, and Tourism. EUSA is one of the educational components that constitute the Campus Formativo of the Chamber of Commerce of Seville, a unique configuration located in the heart of Seville which has catered to the learning needs of over 55,000 national and international students.
Universidad Pablo de Olavide (UPO) – With nearly 11,000 students, UPO is the second-largest state university in Seville. Its 345-acre campus is 30 minutes from the city center. UPO offers undergraduate and graduate programs in traditional majors, as well as other areas, from biotechnology to translation. Modern facilities include campus-wide Internet access, sports facilities, science labs, and more.
CIEE Seville – Our home is a beautifully renovated palace, originally built in 1725. It is close to the Royal Alcazar Palace and a 10-minute walk from the Universidad de Sevilla. The site includes classrooms, a computer room, student services, the Center for Linguistic Resources, and the Advanced Liberal Arts team.
Prior to departure for Seville, all students take a CIEE online placement exam. Results determine appropriate placement in language courses. Placement in many upper-level courses depends on a high score.
Our Language Resource Center is staffed by language professors and Spanish students majoring in Spanish philology. Tutorials that focus on university course content are also offered. Spanish classmates and graduate students help CIEE students with their university work. Students can also request personal tutors.
Students agree to speak only Spanish to encourage language and cultural acquisition.
GPA
The GPA for students who want to take classes at University of Seville is 2.5.
For students who want to take classes at University Pablo de Olavide, the GPA is 2.9.
Language Prerequisites
Six semesters of college-level Spanish (or equivalent).
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 must take five to six courses, for a total of 15-18 semester credits, including:
- One two-week intensive Spanish language or culture course
- HISP 3501 CSCS Social History of Contemporary Spain, SPAN 3503 CSCS Intensive Spanish for Students of Business and Economics, or SPAN 4502 CSCS Intensive Advanced Spanish Grammar, depending on results from placement exam.
- Four to five semester elective courses
- One to two CIEE course from any of the areas listed below
- Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
- Communication, Journalism, and Media
- Health Professions and Related Programs
- History, Philosophy, Religion
- Languages and Cultural Studies
- Literature, Linguistics, and Writing
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Independent Research Project
- Business Internship
- Through Fall 2023, a minimum of three host institution courses. As of Spring 2024, two host institution courses are required.
- University of Seville
- University Pablo de Olavide
- EUSA School of Communications
Program Credit
Total credit: 15-18 U.S. semester/22.5-27 quarter credits
Course Credit
- CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
- CIEE Internship 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 contact hours, 100 placement hours
- CIEE Directed Independent Research: 3 U.S. semester/ quarter credits; 15 contact hours, 100 research hours
- University of Seville: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours, unless otherwise noted
- University Pablo de Olavide: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours, unless otherwise noted
- EUSA School of Communications: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours, unless otherwise noted
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
Spanish students begin to study in their area of concentration from day one. They are specialists, not generalists. Spain does not have a liberal arts educational tradition and different degrees do not include survey-type classes. Class attendance is mandatory, and students are expected to complete work and exams as scheduled. Dates of official university exams are published early in the semester. Academic and exam schedules vary between academic institutions, so plan accordingly. All students are required to review their exams with their professors before leaving Seville, so they know how they performed and what grade to expect.
Class Format
CIEE courses are open only to CIEE students. University courses are open to Spanish and international students. Courses in law, geography, history, and philology meet in the Universidad de Sevilla’s main building, Tabacalera. Classes from the other schools meet at different campuses around the city. Universidad Pablo de Olavide (UPO) classes are held on the UPO campus, a 30-minute commute from the city center. EUSA classes are taught on the EUSA campus, about 20 minutes walking from the center of the city.
Grading
In CIEE courses, students are graded on midterm and final examinations, assignments, class participation, and attendance. In direct enrollment classes, professors give oral or written final exams, and sometimes term papers, too. Numerical grades are given on a 10-point scale and converted to the U.S. scale
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
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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- First-year courses at the University of Seville are not available to international students.
- Advanced Liberal Arts students may not take classes from the Cursos Concertados at University of Seville.
- Courses in Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing are held at the University of Seville’s School of Economics and Business.
Note about Exam Dates: Students are required to stay in Seville until they have completed their exams. Official host institutions' Fall exams are in January, and official host institutions’ Spring exams are in June. However, early exams in December and May are possible, and they should be confirmed on an individual basis with the professor at the start of the regular semester session, during the add/drop period. Please note that it is up to the discretion of each professor to allow the taking of final exams before the start of the official examination period. As it is impossible to confirm your exam schedule prior to your arrival, if your priority is to leave Seville as soon as your university finals are finished, please book an airline ticket with a low change fee or a flexible departure date.
Fall 2023 CIEE Courses
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Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
History, Philosophy, Religion
Languages and Cultural Studies
Literature, Linguistics, and Writing
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Host Institution Courses
Click to OpenHost Institution courses are available from the UNIVERSITY OF SEVILLE, UNIVERSITY PABLO DE OLAVIDE COURSES, and EUSA School of Communications.
Students may refer to the Universidad de Sevilla website at www.us.es, the Universidad Pablo de Olavide website at www.upo.es, and EUSA website at www.eusa.es for more information.
All syllabi are posted on the universities´ websites.
CIEE cannot guarantee host institution offerings or that the courses on the websites will not change.
UNIVERSIDAD DE SEVILLA (US)
First-year courses at the University of Seville are not available to international students.
Academic departments include:
- Arabic Language, Literature, and Area Studies
- Art History
- Biology
- Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Economics/Business
- Education
- Engineering
- Geography
- History
- Labor Sciences
- Law
- Mathematics
- Modern/Classical Languages and Literature
- Philosophy
- Philology
- Physics
- Psychology
- Social Anthropology
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Studies of East Asia
- Tourism
UNIVERSIDAD PABLO DE OLAVIDE (UPO)
Academic departments include:
- Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Communications
- Economics/Business
- Education
- Experimental Sciences
- Geography/ History
- Humanities
- Labor Relations
- Law
- Mathematics
- Psychology
- Philology
- Social Education
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sports Sciences
- Translation and Interpretation
EUSA
Academic departments include:
- Advertising and Public Relations
- Audiovisual Communication
- Journalism
- Tourism
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
- 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.
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| Fall 2023 17 weeks | Deadline Passed | Aug 23, 2023 | Dec 22, 2023 |
$17,950
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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 = $13,593 ** Housing = $3,860 *** Insurance = $197 Total Fees = $17,950Estimated 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 = $1,400 † International Airfare = $850 †† Local Transportation = $160 ††† Books & Supplies = $50 Visa Fees = $160 Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500 Personal expenses = $1,000 †††† Other = $40 ††††† Total Estimated Costs = $4,160Financial 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. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes three meals daily for students choosing to live in a Spanish homestay. Meals and laundry are at the students’ expense for those participants choosing to live in a residence hall † For students in the residence housing option, you should budget roughly $350 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly. For students selecting the homestay housing option, all meals (and laundry) are included in the program fee – 3 meals per day/7 days per week. †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Transportation card $40 per month. †††† Please note that this is a general approximation as some students spend large quantities on personal travel, meals and purchases. Final cost will vary based on personal lifestyle and independent travelling ††††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required |
| Academic year 2023-2024 17 weeks | Deadline Passed | Aug 23, 2023 | TBD |
$35,000
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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 = $26,143 ** Housing = $8,360 *** Insurance = $197 Total Fees = $35,000Estimated 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 = $1,400 † International Airfare = $850 †† Local Transportation = $360 ††† Books & Supplies = $150 Visa Fees = $160 Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500 Personal expenses = $1,000 †††† Other = $40 ††††† Expenses during break = $600 †††††† Total Estimated Costs = $5,060Financial 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. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes three meals daily for students choosing to live in a Spanish homestay. Meals and laundry are at the students’ expense for those participants choosing to live in a residence hall † For students in the residence housing option, you should budget roughly $350 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly. For students selecting the homestay housing option, all meals (and laundry) are included in the program fee – 3 meals per day/7 days per week. †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Transportation card $40 per month. †††† Please note that this is a general approximation as some students spend large quantities on personal travel, meals and purchases. Final cost will vary based on personal lifestyle and independent travelling ††††† Covid test fees for entry to the US, if required †††††† Academic year long students who wish to stay onsite are responsible for arranging their housing and meals during the semester break |
| Spring 2024 21 weeks | Oct 1, 2023 | Jan 10, 2024* | Jun 7, 2024* |
$18,950
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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 = $13,956 ** Housing = $4,500 *** Insurance = $194 Total Fees = $18,950Estimated 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 = $3,255 † International Airfare = $850 †† Local Transportation = $160 ††† Books & Supplies = $60 Visa Fees = $160 Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500 Personal expenses = $300 Total Estimated Costs = $5,285Financial 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. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes three meals daily for students choosing to live in a Spanish homestay. Meals and laundry are at the students’ expense for those participants choosing to live in a residence hall † For Residence Hall †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† 40 dollars/month |
*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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What's Included
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Our Staff
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Salvador Parra
Center Director
Salvador has been working at CIEE since 2000 and is passionate about international exchange. He holds a degree in History and Geography from the University of Seville, and a Master of Business Administration.
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