CIEE: Alicante - Language & Culture
- Hosted at: Universidad de Alicante / University of Alicante
- Location(s): Alicante, Spain
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Your Language + Culture program in Alicante lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, one required language course, and courses tau... read more
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Of course! Not only did I get a better handle on the language, but I also pushed myself to step out of my comfort zone and have fun while traveling and exploring novel cultures. A student - University of the Pacific View Entire Review
I became so much better at speaking and understanding Spanish. I also got to learn cultural quirks and colloquial expressions I would have never learned otherwise. I also fell in love with Spain and its language. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was all worthwhile. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself. I realized how strong I was and how much I have to offer. It was definitely worthwhile and I would do it again in a heartbeat. Aliya N - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Amazing Spanish skills, huge personal change (improvement I hope), a chance to travel the world, an appreciation of little things in life. So worthwhile. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Yes A student - Fordham University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about the world and myself especially. I have a better sense of my priorities and Gillian F - University of the Pacific View Entire Review
Absolutely. Kate F - Trinity University View Entire Review
It has made me a global citizen. It has left me with an international state of mind. I can't really describe how this experience has changed me in a short summary. You just have to go see for yourself. Andrew V - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Yes it sure was worth while Yanely M - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I chose this one because of the homestay option. I don't like to go partying and this way I would be able to use the language and hear it all the time without placing myself in an uncomfortable location. Anastasia D - Hamline University View Entire Review
I really want to continue improving my spanish, it made me realize how important and amazing it is to be able to communicate in 2 different languages, It really opens up so many opportunities. Also, the Spanish culture is alot more relaxed and it made me really take a step back from what i used to consider important, i was alwa... Elvin C - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I learned a lot about the French culture A student - Wartburg College View Entire Review
I got to learn so much about myself, the culture, the language of Spain. While I was abroad, I also got to walk the Camino de Santiago, which was a huge part of my abroad experience. My study abroad experience was more than worthwhile. Mi Z - Berea College View Entire Review
It was the most experiential, and beneficial semester of my life. I highly recommend this program, especially in the Fall semester because you get to show up and go to the beach everyday after class. Dennis A - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Definitely worth it. I learned a language, and I learned about a culture through that language. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned things about myself that would not have been possible without this program, and I gained the best friends anyone could ask for. It was worthwhile times 10. Sublime is the only word suitable to describe my experience. Kevin S - Northeastern University View Entire Review
I saw great and new aspects of family life and a social norm unlike the typical suburban culture found in america. I have always loved to travel and I admit studying abroad was a great excuse for me to visit over 7 new countries and locations. This summer I will be applying to mostly interships out of the country. Bret K - Purdue University View Entire Review
Kathryn L - Ramapo College View Entire Review
My eyes have opened up to the opportunites that the rest of the world can offer you. Julia F - Purdue University View Entire Review
I'm glad to have an understanding of how another culture works. I wasn't a big fan of the States before I left, but spending time in Spain made me more aware of what I do like about living here. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Spain, but I sorely missed my job as a counselor at Camp Longhorn the entire time that I was there. Caroline V - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I gained a lot of independence and appreciation for another culture. Samantha S - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was very worthwhile. It was my first time in Europe and I feel like I got a good feel for Spanish culture. I wish I could have stayed longer and learned more Spanish. I learned that the world's a bigger place than I previously thought and I have much more to see. Jason C - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I gained more self-confidence and the trust in myself to do what I want. I gained appreciation for everything and not the sense of letting things bother me when they are trivial. Erene A - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
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Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- Architecture
- Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
- Communication and Media Studies
- Education
- Chemical Engineering
- English Language and Literature
- Biological and Physical Sciences
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Science, Technology and Society
- Cultural Studies
- Sustainability Studies
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Psychology
- Economics
- Political Science and Government
- Urban Studies
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Design and Applied Arts
- Health Sciences General
- Business
- Accounting
- Finance, Financial Services
- Marketing
- History
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CIEE Scholarships
Qualifying programs: all summer, semester or year-long CIEE programs
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Current attendee at an MSI
$2,000 for semester, $1,000 for internship, $500 for summer
Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifcations.
$200
Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program. Pell-eligible; first-come, first-served.
$1,000
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Sustainability and the Environment, or Tropical Ecology and Conservation summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
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$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms for CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni.
10% discount
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Community and Public Health summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Enroll in more than one four-week summer session
20%
Federal Pell Grant-eligible students can receive a GAIN Travel Grant up to $1,000 when they complete their CIEE Scholarships and Grants application by our published deadlines. Gilman Scholarship applicants can receive a CIEE Go Global Grant AND a GAIN Travel Grant totally up to $4,000!
Up to $1,000 per student
CIEE offers substantial grants for students who choose our innovative Open Campus Block program. Available at 13 CIEE Global Institutes around the globe, Open Campus invites students across majors to study in up to three international locations in one semester.
Up to $3,000 per student
To increase access to study abroad by more students from Minority Serving Institutions (MSI), CIEE will cover 100% of program fees and travel costs for 10 students from 10 different MSIs to participate in an intensive 4-week, 3-credit summer study abroad program. To become a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow, students must be nominated and receive letters of recommendation.
100% of program fee and travel costs
Students who enroll in more than one four-week session receive a 20% discount off each additional session.
20% discount
Qualified applicants not chosen for a full fellowship are guaranteed a $1,500 program grant and possible university match, $3,000***
$1,500 per student
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