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Improve your Spanish language skills and boost your cultural knowledge while studying international business in the capital of Catalonia. Choose from courses in English at CIEE Barcelona and CIEE’s partner schools, Escola Superior de Comerç Intern... read more
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I had such a blast getting to practice my Spanish, live on my own in another country for a few months, learn from my professors and the locals, meet so many people, and get to experience so many incredible places. A student - Vanderbilt University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself and became more independent. Definitely worthwhile! A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
International experience in internship as well as more of an understanding of the history of Catalunya and an appreciation for history A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Studying abroad was definitely worthwhile for me. I learned how to adapt to a new culture and traveled more than I ever had, all while earning credit towards my degree. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Gained independence Camila Lopez - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned a lot of personal development lessons that you will also discover for yourself. It was worthwhile. Stephen Zoulalian - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned how to deal with difficult situations. It was worthwhile A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Barcelona made me even more independent and aware of the world around me. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Learned a lot about the culture of Barcelona and how a culture can differ so much from what I'm used to Tyler S - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I got to know a new culture and part of the world. It also taught me a lot about myself. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained an open mind, one that only my experiences in unfamiliar surroundings could give me. A student - Providence College View Entire Review
You can make anywhere your home! You just need to let yourself become a part of your surroundings and try and immerse yourself as much as possible. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I think my experience abroad was definitely worthwhile. I learned that even though many situations do not go your way, especially dealing with people in foreign languages, it is not hard to still have an amazing time. A student - Providence College View Entire Review
Met a lot of great people and locals, learned how to travel with others and figure money matters out on my own A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
How to be more understanding of different cultures A student - University of the Pacific View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself, what career trajectory I want to go down, and intercultural skills. It was definitely worthwhile. Dustin Lee - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained a new sense of independence, confidence and learned how to be more open to new experiences and relationships. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about Spain and Barcelona, and also about myself. I learned how to live independently in a new place, and I learned how to communicate in a new culture. Tyler G - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Cultural differences are subtle but lifechanging A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Yes Leo K - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I improved my Spanish and learned how to have conversations in another language. That will ALWAYS be worthwhile. I learned how to live on my own in a foreign country and take advantage of a new environment. I learned how to live in and respect a different culture. Heather B - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Independence, self-reliance, flexibility, spanish, maturity. I wish I could go back A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I grew on a personal level more than I have in my time at college. Mostly because I found myself in difficult situations a lot, which I had to take care of entirely on my own. I had to step out of my comfort zone every single day. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Jimena V - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Yes very worth it Kristen B - Providence College View Entire Review
Studying abroad is a real eye-opener. Learning to live by yourself in a country where English is not spoken a lot forces you to develop your Spanish speaking skills. On top of this, learning about the Spanish culture and being a worldly individual makes you more perceptive to learning about new cultures when you travel to other ... tramelizabethnguyen - Brandeis University View Entire Review
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Improve your Spanish language skills and boost your cultural knowledge while studying international business in the capital of Catalonia. Choose from courses in English at CIEE Barcelona and CIEE’s partner schools, Escola Superior de Comerç Internacional (ESCI) or Universitat de Vic (UVic), while immersing yourself in Barcelona’s culture, history, and community. CIEE Barcelona is in downtown Barcelona, near the city’s main square. Both ESCI and UVic are just 20 minutes from CIEE.
All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
- English
Language Requirement(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- European Studies
- Spanish Language, Literature
- Business
- Accounting
- Marketing
- History
Minimum GPA:
3.0Website
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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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