Information for term Summer Language + Culture
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenDevelop your Spanish language skills and immerse yourself in the local culture of beautiful, dynamic Seville. Learn about art and architecture, culture and cuisine, and flamenco dancing, or explore the history of Spain’s three cultures, Muslim, Jewish, and Christian. Courses are taught at CIEE Seville, in English or Spanish, and complemented with immersive co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
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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. As 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. Additionally, Seville’s neighborhoods have 160km of bike trails, making it one of the best cities in world for bikers.
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
- Join in flamenco lessons, take a bike tour, participate in language exchanges with local Spanish university students, practice new sports in the Guadalquivir River and more, with new local friends. New activities are offered all the time throughout the summer.
- Get an insider’s view of iconic places like Parque de María Luisa, Plaza de España, Catedral de Sevilla, Archivo de Indias, Hospital de los Venerables Sacerdotes, and many more amazing locations spread all around the city.
- Participate in excursions to other Spanish cities in the region of Andalucía as long as the health and safety regulations permit. In the past, students have travelled to cities such as Córdoba,Cádiz, Malaga, Jerez, etc.
- Explore and step back centuries in time with a tour of Roman ruins in Italica or the medieval city of Carmona.
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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.
Housing is tight in Seville. If we can’t accommodate your first housing choice, we’ll let you know before you arrive.
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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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CIEE Seville
In the city center, close to the Puerta de la Carne
Academics
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Students choose one, two, or three 4-week sessions and enroll in one language or content course per session. Courses are taught by highly qualified faculty and professionals who are experienced in teaching Spanish as a foreign language. All CIEE faculty are familiar with the U.S. academic system and culture. 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.
Language placement – Prior to departure for Seville, all students take a scheduled CIEE online placement exam. Results determine appropriate placement in language courses. Placement in many upper-level courses depends on a high score.
CIEE Seville is in the center of Seville in a beautifully renovated palace built in 1725. The facility includes classrooms, computer room, student services, Language Resource Center, and resident staff.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
To take content courses taught in Spanish, students need 4 semesters of college-level Spanish (or equivalent). Students with fewer than 4 semesters of college-level Spanish may take content courses taught in 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.
Program Requirements
Students choose one language or content course per session
Program Credit
Total credit: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits per session
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. While extracurricular activities and personal travel contribute greatly to the student’s overall European experience, attendance is mandatory for both classes and required events. Early departure for, or late return from, personal trips on weekends is not permitted. Any extended travel should take place prior to the start of the program or upon completion of the program.
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 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
English and 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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Summer 2022 CIEE Courses
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Summer Session II
Summer Session III
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
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- CIEE Stem Scholarship
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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End Date |
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| Summer Session I 2022 4 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 16, 2022 | Jun 13, 2022 |
$4,250
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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 = $2,956 ** Housing = $800 *** Insurance = $194 Total Fees = $4,250Estimated 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 = $350 † International Airfare = $750 †† Local Transportation = $20 Books & Supplies = $15 Personal expenses = $200 ††† Round trip airfare between locations = $200 Other = $40 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $1,575Financial 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 . † Additional cost only for students who choose the Residence Hall housing option. The homestay housing option already includes breakfast, lunch and dinner per day (7 days a week) †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† This cost depends on the personal lifestyle of each participant (indepedent travelling, eating out, etc.) †††† Covid test to enter the US, if required |
| Summer Session I and II 2022 8 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 16, 2022 | Jul 11, 2022 |
$7,650
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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 = $5,556 ** Housing = $1,600 *** Insurance = $194 Total Fees = $7,650Estimated 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 = $850 † International Airfare = $750 †† Local Transportation = $60 Books & Supplies = $40 Personal expenses = $500 ††† Round trip airfare between locations = $400 Other = $40 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $2,640Financial 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 . † Additional cost only for students who choose the Residence Hall housing option. The homestay housing option already includes breakfast, lunch and dinner per day (7 days a week) †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† This cost depends on the personal lifestyle of each participant (indepedent travelling, eating out, etc.) †††† Covid test to enter the US, if required |
| Summer Sessions I, II and III 2022 12 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 16, 2022 | Aug 6, 2022 |
$11,050
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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 = $8,156 ** Housing = $2,400 *** Insurance = $194 Total Fees = $11,050Estimated 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 = $1,500 † International Airfare = $750 †† Local Transportation = $115 Books & Supplies = $75 Personal expenses = $1,000 ††† Round trip airfare between locations = $400 Other = $40 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $3,880Financial 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 . † Additional cost only for students who choose the Residence Hall housing option. The homestay housing option already includes breakfast, lunch and dinner per day (7 days a week) †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† This cost depends on the personal lifestyle of each participant (indepedent travelling, eating out, etc.) †††† Covid test to enter the US, if required |
| Summer Session II 2022 4 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jun 13, 2022 | Jul 11, 2022 |
$4,250
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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 = $2,956 ** Housing = $800 *** Insurance = $194 Total Fees = $4,250Estimated 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 = $350 † International Airfare = $750 †† Local Transportation = $20 Books & Supplies = $15 Personal expenses = $200 ††† Round trip airfare between locations = $200 Other = $40 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $1,575Financial 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 . † Additional cost only for students who choose the Residence Hall housing option. The homestay housing option already includes breakfast, lunch and dinner per day (7 days a week) †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† This cost depends on the personal lifestyle of each participant (indepedent travelling, eating out, etc.) †††† Covid test to enter the US, if required |
| Summer Session II and III 2022 8 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jun 13, 2022 | Aug 6, 2022 |
$7,650
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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 = $5,556 ** Housing = $1,600 *** Insurance = $194 Total Fees = $7,650Estimated 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 = $850 † International Airfare = $750 †† Local Transportation = $60 Books & Supplies = $40 Personal expenses = $500 ††† Round trip airfare between locations = $400 Other = $40 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $2,640Financial 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 . † Additional cost only for students who choose the Residence Hall housing option. The homestay housing option already includes breakfast, lunch and dinner per day (7 days a week) †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† This cost depends on the personal lifestyle of each participant (indepedent travelling, eating out, etc.) †††† Covid test to enter the US, if required |
| Summer Session III 2022 4 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jul 11, 2022 | Aug 6, 2022 |
$4,250
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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 = $2,956 ** Housing = $800 *** Insurance = $194 Total Fees = $4,250Estimated 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 = $350 † International Airfare = $750 †† Local Transportation = $20 Books & Supplies = $15 Personal expenses = $200 ††† Round trip airfare between locations = $200 Other = $40 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $1,575Financial 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 . † Additional cost only for students who choose the Residence Hall housing option. The homestay housing option already includes breakfast, lunch and dinner per day (7 days a week) †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† This cost depends on the personal lifestyle of each participant (indepedent travelling, eating out, etc.) †††† Covid test to enter the US, if required |
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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Our Staff
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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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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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