IES Abroad: Granada - Liberal Arts & Language
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Many travelers who visit Granada insist it’s the must-see city in all of Spain. With one of the clearest windows into Spain’s unique historical symbiosis of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism, Granada is also a youthful city with a vibrant student l... read more
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It was definitely worthwhile. I had a great time here living in Spain and learning about the culture, the food and the language. I learned so much from life experience and concrete knowledge and it was definitely a growing experience to live outside of your comfort zone. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned how to be confident speaking in a foreign language and accepting that at first I will have minor hiccups along the way. With this idea, I was able to fully immerse myself into my surroundings and easily improve my conversational Spanish. Furthermore, I learned Granada's local culture, its extensive history, the windi... ola.supel - Fordham University View Entire Review
I learned that I can function in a different setting just fine. It was so worth while to get to know different people, to experience life in southern Spain and to learn independence from living in a foreign country. A student - William Jewell College View Entire Review
I could answer this question in an essay. It was the most worthwhile thing I have ever done. I learned about myself, other people, different academic styles of learning, another language, 2 other cultures plus bits about other places speaking to ERASMUS students.... A student - Ithaca College View Entire Review
More than I can say in this box. One gain is my Spanish language level, which has improved significantly. On another level, my eyes were opened to so many different cultures (from traveling, which I also did around the country and to Morocco), I made a bunch of great friends, and learned how to live a little more independently. ... A student - University of Rochester View Entire Review
Yes, it was definitely worthwhile. I feel that I gained independence and cultural awareness. Rachael M - Trinity University View Entire Review
It was extremely worthwhile. I am much more comfortable with my Spanish and ability to function/live abroad. Maya S - Trinity University View Entire Review
Yes. Margaret H - Trinity University View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was most definitely worthwhile. I will be back there this summer. I made Spanish friends, but I also made close bonds with my fellow IES Granada classmates. Overall I created a third home and another family. Marianna M - Ithaca College View Entire Review
Yes! After being abroad and having such a positive experience, my partner and I plan on moving back to Spain for at least a year after graduating college. I also plan on visiting several other times. I am excited to see my city from a different point of view, and also to visit some of the people I met while there, mostly my host... Anna L - Ithaca College View Entire Review
It was the most formative academic experience for me in terms of defining my future/career goals and plans. I know I want to keep travel and Spanish speaking skills as part of my future plans, and I value cultural and people skills much more strongly for any potential career than I did before studying abroad. I am hoping to re... Alana S - Tufts University View Entire Review
My study abroad experience encouraged me to pursue Spanish as a second major upon returning to my home institution. I returned with a new perspective and a strength in international knowledge. My plans for this summer include working for an investment manager in its global department, which was clinched by my experience with Spa... Megan K - Bowdoin College View Entire Review
It was more than I could have ever expected and can't even be explained in words. I only feel extreme gratitude for being able to experience what I was able to experience in Spain and everywhere I was able to go. Danica M - Tulane University View Entire Review
Its so difficult to organize what I learned from my experience abroad but it was most definitely worth while. I learned so much more about the language and culture of Spain than I could have imagined. Speaking the language and being surrounded by others speaking it made me happy. I learned so much about the cultural differences ... A student - Villanova University View Entire Review
I loved my experience abroad. I learned to be more confident in myself, to trust myself in stressful situations, that I can get around using my foreign language skills, that there are friends to be had everywhere if you know where to look. I would suggest to anyone to go abroad! It opened my eyes to a more global worldview and m... Caitlin B - Trinity University View Entire Review
Confidence, independence, willingness to take risks, appreciation of different cultures, navigating a new place, adapting to a new place A student - William Jewell College View Entire Review
learned spanish and a lot about myself. definitely worthwhile A student - Ithaca College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about Spain's economy and cultures, and after having lived in a city with 25% unemployment, I better understand what I read in the papers about Spain's financial crisis and how it effects the citizens. I learned that their values are shared and different from ours, along with their views on religion, education, ... Miranda L - Tulane University View Entire Review
Yes Eric S - Tulane University View Entire Review
Absolutely! I learned how to relate to people outside of a university setting since I wasn't taking any classes at the university. Some of my best friends were made outside of IES, but through other organizations that I got involved in throughout the city. It impacted my cultural awareness and my understanding of the European Un... Hannah M - Trinity University View Entire Review
Put simply, I changed my major and changed my career plan. I hope to return to Spain next year as a cultural ambassador. Toby M - Trinity University View Entire Review
yes, my volunteer position made everything so much more worthwhile. I also learned that I am capable of finding my own activities and exploring a place on my own. Charlotte W - Tufts University View Entire Review
What I realized most studying abroad in Granada was that Spanish people (and probably a lot of non-Americans) are much more relaxed. And I've been trying to adopt some of that into my life to enjoy life more and be less stressed. It's a beautiful thing. Morgan F - Occidental College View Entire Review
This is a loaded question. Granada taught me to relax a little more and to enjoy life a lot more. It exposed me to the joys of different cultures and made me a more globally aware citizen. Granada forced me to speak Spanish and, though it was extremely difficult (and downright awkward at times), I persevered and am so much the b... Ari J - Spelman College View Entire Review
I have become a more focused, confident and active student because of it. I gained a better understanding on how to live my life, which is to say, I gained a more Spanish outlook on life, which is to follow what makes you happy, and if it isn't making you happy, leave it behind. I plan to move back to Granada at some point. Daniel B - Tulane University View Entire Review
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Many travelers who visit Granada insist it’s the must-see city in all of Spain. With one of the clearest windows into Spain’s unique historical symbiosis of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism, Granada is also a youthful city with a vibrant student life that will make meeting new friends even easier—Granada awaits!
Our curriculum takes full advantage of Andalusia and all southern Spain has to offer. The program offers two unique program options that are designed to improve your Spanish proficiency: the Intermediate Spanish Program and Advanced Spanish Program.
Students placed in the Intermediate Program take IES Abroad courses in both English and Spanish. The Advanced Program courses are conducted entirely in Spanish, including study at the Universidad de Granada. Both options introduce you to Spain’s Moorish heritage and Jewish past, and its continuing links to North Africa through Islamic and Contemporary North African Studies. Advanced students can also experience Arabic language courses of all levels, at the Universidad de Granada. You can also add
international work experience to your résumé while earning credit by participating in an internship
placement and accompanying academic seminar.
Our curriculum takes full advantage of Andalusia and all southern Spain has to offer. The program offers two unique program options that are designed to improve your Spanish proficiency: the Intermediate Spanish Program and Advanced Spanish Program.
Students placed in the Intermediate Program take IES Abroad courses in both English and Spanish. The Advanced Program courses are conducted entirely in Spanish, including study at the Universidad de Granada. Both options introduce you to Spain’s Moorish heritage and Jewish past, and its continuing links to North Africa through Islamic and Contemporary North African Studies. Advanced students can also experience Arabic language courses of all levels, at the Universidad de Granada. You can also add
international work experience to your résumé while earning credit by participating in an internship
placement and accompanying academic seminar.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
- Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
- Spanish Language, Literature
- Arabic Language and Literature
- Biological and Physical Sciences
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Psychology
- Anthropology
- Economics
- International Relations
- Political Science and Government
- Fine Arts, Studio Arts
- Music
- History
Minimum GPA:
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