Information for term January in Seville
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenCIEE’s January in Seville program invites students of all majors to explore Spanish society through the lens of culture and cuisine. Learn the intricate connection between culture and diet while exploring local cuisine and traditions. Classes are taught at CIEE Seville in English and complemented with immersive co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
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Unique Experiences
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VISIT SEVILLE’S EXTENSIVE HISTORICAL SITES
explore and discover a thousand years of history through the Indies Archives, the Gold Tower, the Cathedral of Seville, the Muslim Royal Palaces, and so many more locations around the city.
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GO ON EXCURSIONS
to other scenic Spanish cities such as Cordoba, Cadiz, Malaga, etc
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SEE THE MOST IMPORTANT ART COLLECTION
of Seville in the city’s Museum of Archeology, Fine Arts, etc.
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foot high bronze sculpture, The Birth of a New Man
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UNESCO World Heritage sites
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train stations in the Seville metro network
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
Seville has its origins in the trade routes controlled by the Phoenicians in the 8th century BC. Romans, Goths, Muslims, and Christians established their capital here before it became the most important city in Southern Europe and gateway to the Americas in the 16th century. The commercial hub of its region, the city preserves many traces of its past and traditions. With 700,000 residents, Seville offers a large variety of cultural activities that range from the Flamenco Biennial and the European Film Festival to alternative theater venues, bars with live music, beautiful streets and open spaces and, of course, one of the most respected bullrings in the world.
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.
The Culture

EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Explore Seville and surrounding cities with fun excursions to locations such as Cadiz, Cordoba, Malaga, etc.
- Live with a local family who can introduce you to the city’s culture and help you adapt to life in Seville.
- Experience the magic of Noche Vieja, Noche de Reyes and attend the Cabalgata (Three King’s parade) in Seville
- Share activities with local students to engage in historical and social experiential learning opportunities around Seville
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Daily Life
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Housing
All housing is within a 40-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 students, local and international students. If local health and safety regulations permit, most students live in double or triple rooms. Students usually share kitchens and common areas.
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MEALS
Homestays: Three meals per day are included.
Residence Halls: Meals are not included.
Seville, Spain Where You'll Study
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Academics
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During the January in Seville program, all students take the required course: Culture and Cuisine in Spain. In class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offering.
CIEE Seville – Our home is a beautifully renovated palace, originally built in 1725. Close to the Royal Alcazar palace, it’s a 10-minute walk from the Universidad de Seville. It includes classrooms, a computer room, student services, and the Language Resource Center.
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 take one required course.
Program Credit
Total credit: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits
Course Credit
CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact 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
All courses meet daily, Monday through Friday, for three hours. Additional activities may be scheduled in the afternoon or weekends. The academic calendar includes dates for obligatory trips scheduled out of Seville. Instruction is interactive and dynamic. Courses are taught by highly qualified faculty and professionals. All CIEE faculty are familiar with the U.S. academic system and culture. Many have studied in the U.S. Teaching methods vary from teacher to teacher.
Class Format
Participants take classes with other CIEE students only.
Grading
Students are graded on mid-term and final examinations, assignments, class participation, and attendance. Attendance is mandatory and unexcused absences are reflected in a participant’s final grade. Class participation is essential. Numerical grades are given on a 100-point 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
English
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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January 2023 CIEE Courses
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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.
Dates & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
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January 2023 | Nov 1, 2022 | Dec 27, 2022 | Jan 16, 2023 |
$3,650
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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 = $2,603 ** Housing = $700 *** Insurance = $47 Total Fees = $3,650Estimated 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 = $250 † International Airfare = $1,000 †† Local Transportation = $25 ††† Books & Supplies = $15 Personal expenses = $300 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $1,590Financial 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 all meals † For students in the residence housing option, you should budget roughly $250 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. †† r?ound-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Metro pass if needed †††† This cost varies depending on the personal lifestyle and independent travelling |
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.
What's Included
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Our Staff
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Helena Andres
Program Manager
Helena Andrés Peña is a native Sevillana and is a bilingual education specialist, title awarded by Universidad de Sevilla.
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Francisco Diez
Director, CIEE Seville
Francisco Diez is the Director of CIEE Seville. He holds a B.A in English Studies from the Universidad de Alicante (Alicante, Spain), a M.A in Spanish Studies and Linguistics from Michigan State University (Lansing, MI), and the Management Development Program at Harvard Graduate School of Education.
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