CIEE: Barcelona - Advanced Liberal Arts
- Hosted at: Universitat de Barcelona / University of Barcelona
- Location(s): Barcelona, Spain
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Put your advanced Spanish skills to work in the lively Mediterranean city of Barcelona! Considered Spain's most popular city, Barcelona is the perfect place to dramatically improve your Spanish language skills.Designed for students from all areas ... read more
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I feel like it was my first time truly learning real life skills and living like a real independent adult. I had to make my own friends outside of school, I got a summer job, I had to cook for myself and budget my money for over six months. It was also just so fun--Barcelona is so fun and relaxed. The pace of life is much more t... Laura U - Wellesley College View Entire Review
This semester abroad was incredibly valuable to the development of my independence, to find out more about where I belong in the world and what I want to do with my career, to broaden my horizons and perspectives about life and culture, and to experimentally learn about topics I am so interested in. Every student should have the... Valentina D - Wellesley College View Entire Review
being abroad for so long compared to what I had been exposed to before was scary at first but it taught me to be confident in myself. I believe it was worthwhile. Edgar Lara Amador - Brandeis University View Entire Review
So worthwhile. I learned a different kind of independence. I learned resilience. I was able to see what life was like at another university in another country, which allowed me to both appreciate and constructively criticize my home university. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself and how I handle uncomfortable/not ideal situations A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I think I grew a lot because studying abroad comes with challenges (especially if you are traveling alone or with friends). I have never lived in a big city, much less with so much independence. wellesleystudent2020 - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was the best five months of my life. I highly recommend it Claudia Roldan - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Traveling is the best feeling in the world, and doing it alone can actually be quite fun. Shayna H - Brandeis University View Entire Review
My experience abroad was more than I could have asked for. I learned to be truly independent and take full control of my academics. I gained a lot of knowledge about a foreign culture, and learned what living outside of the U.S could be like. Kariely R - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Gained better fluency and cultural understanding. Definitely worthwhile. Zoë R - Vanderbilt University View Entire Review
I gained an understanding of the country's character and the views of Catalonia. Ana H - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned how to be more independent and travel well. Also I learned about different cultures. It was definitely worthwhile. I met some amazing people and had some of the best experiences of my life. I highly recommend studying abroad if you have the means and desire to do so. Michelle K - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned about Spanish culture and how to adapt to a different environment. I learned how to be independent and manage to travel around Europe. It was the best decision of my life. Alaine F - Barnard College View Entire Review
Abroad was a great experience that I sculpted on my own terms with travelling, exploring the city, and making new friends. Emily B - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned so much not only about myself but also about Barcelona: the culture, the politics, the city, everything was absolutely incredible. I was constantly going out and doing things, meeting new people and trying new things. T A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
that you need to rely on yourself more A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Yes, it was worthwhile. Learned about the culture and made new American friends. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile to go abroad. I was able to become more fluent in spanish, as well as gain confidence when speaking it. I was pushed outside my comfort zone by having to study at a spanish university where I had to take difficult classes in the local language. I also gained a lot of "inside" knowledge about a differ... Leidiane De Oliveira - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about the experiences of other students around the world and of life in Spain. Definitely worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I became fluent in Spanish an amazing and applicable skill, learning a lot about European culture and history, growing more independent through travel, and making lifelong connections from people throughout the world. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Spanish and friends. Yes. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I really enjoyed travelling the most and living in a city. It was definitely worthwhile for the life experience. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Absolutely worthwhile. I learned so much about myself just spending that much time alone and by being forced to use a second language to communicate and travel solo. I really dislike the city, the culture and the people there, but it was so valuable regardless. A student - Barnard College View Entire Review
Going abroad allowed me to embrace a new culture, meet lots of wonderful people and have a lot of fun. I loved it! A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Absolutely worthwhile! A student - Barnard College View Entire Review
About
Designed for students from all areas of study, the Advanced Liberal Arts program immerses you in the Spanish education system, where you'll have opportunities to practice your Spanish with local university students. Your courses will be delivered at CIEE's partner school, Universitat de Barcelona (UB), where you'll find a wide range of courses to enroll in across UB's 16 different colleges. Additionally, you'll choose from electives through CIEE Barcelona to round out your academics.
Outside the classroom, you'll participate in exciting co-curricular activities and excursions organized by CIEE to enhance classroom learning and develop intercultural understanding. These outings will give you firsthand experience of the city's countless cultural wonders to bring your academics to life!
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
Language Requirement(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
- Communication and Media Studies
- English Language and Literature
- Science, Technology and Society
- Cultural Studies
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Psychology
- Economics
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Health Sciences General
- Business
- Business Administration and Management
- Marketing
- History
- Art
Minimum GPA:
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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
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs that offer research opportunities. 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
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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