4.2 - 302 Reviews

PRESHCO

https://www.preshco.org/

PRESHCO is a program provider offering 1 abroad program. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Volunteer abroad programs in 1 country such as Spain.

PRESHCO is a consortium sponsored by Smith College, and Wellesley College that offers study abroad in Cordoba, Spain, for either fall or spring semesters, or for the entire year. Founded in 1981, PRESHCO is committed to high academic standards and to providing opportunities for students to develop their knowledge of Spanish language, literature, and culture in one of the most picturesque and historically rich cities of Spain. Based at the University of Cordoba, which is one of the finest universities for sciences in Spain, PRESHCO also offers students to further their study of the sciences--including through additional summer laboratory possibilies. Students may attend for either or both semesters.

Study Abroad with PRESHCO

OVERALL RATING 4.2
Based on 302 Reviews
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October 5, 2025
Past Review A Fun And Educational Semester Abroad In Spain PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"I improved my Spanish, learned a lot about Spanish culture, got to experience living abroad, made new friends, and had a really fun and relaxing semester. It was definitely worth-while."

Wellesley College
Past Review Tinto De Veranos And A New Family PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"So many things about myself....but really that the world is such a big place...i also learned the influence of America, it was shocking "

Wellesley College
Past Review Pleasant Times In Cordoba PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"My Spanish did improve, which was the only goal I had for going abroad. Therefore, I would say that it was worthwhile"

Wellesley College
Past Review I Didn't Want To Leave PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"I feel more confident with my spanish skills. Personally, I feel more independent and confident. "

Wellesley College
Past Review New Experiences I'll Always Remember. PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"Learned about a different culture and had the opportunity to visit Europe. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Incredible PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"I improved my Spanish, made wonderful friends, and got to know the Spanish culture in a way I could not have simply from vacationing. It was definitely worth it. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Cordoba: The Perfect City For A Student. PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"I learned a lot about Spain, Spanish culture, and myself. It was really great to be immersed in the culture, and I was really able to improve my Spanish. I was able to live in a different country without problems, and now I can't wait to go back in the future!"

Wellesley College
Past Review Amazing PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"How to fend for myself, I learned a lot about myself, and a ton about Spanish culture."

Wellesley College
Past Review Best Study Abroad Experience Ever PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"I gained the fact that I feel that now I can live abroad"

Wellesley College
Past Review Córdoba And Beyond PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"The experience was worthwhile, it allowed me to form new connections and discover new things about myself. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Impossible Is Nothing! PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"Yes, I a lot more about myself as a person and was able to come back to host institution refreshed and eager to experience to world in a new, more daring way. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Spain: The Experience Of A Lifetime" PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"I learned a lot about who I am and what my goals are. I also experienced an entirely different culture. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Studying Spanish Culture. PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"Yes it was amazing, i'm hoping to return this summer. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Studying Abroad In Cordoba PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"Absolutely. I'm still working on forcing myself to use Spanish, but aside from that, it's been a really great break from stress. It hasn't really changed my future plans, but I definitely feel I understand Spanish culture 100% better than I did before this last semester."

Wellesley College
Past Review Prescho Forever!! PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"Absolutely "

Wellesley College
Past Review Cordoba A Challenge Well Worth It PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"I think I became more relaxed while abroad and just had time to think about myself as a person. I also realized who was important to me based on who I missed and who I talked to. I learned more about myself as a person and grew a lot. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Preshco: The Perfect Program For Spanish Students PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"YES. I learned so much about myself, Spain, and the world. It helped me see the similarities we share with people in a completely different continent, and the differences between being in the sheltered US versus a place with easy access to the rest of the world."

Wellesley College
Past Review Córdoba: My New Home! PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"My study abroad experience, as cliched as it is, changed my life. I learned so much about myself and about other people, my language abilities soared, and I had the opportunity to be truly independent."

Wellesley College
Past Review Cordoba: I Wish I Could Live There Forever PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"YES! I recommend it to EVERYONE and wish I could give it 100 stars"

Wellesley College
Past Review Spain: An Adventure PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"I was able to see that I might not want to use Spanish later on in a career. I was able to travel in Europe."

Wellesley College
Past Review Study Abroad In Spain: Poco A Poco PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"My spanish improved drastically and my classes helped me to understand the importance of the european union in a global context and think about it on a scale similar to the political goals and challenges of the USA."

Wellesley College
Past Review Spain: Vamo, Guapa! PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"It was definitely worthwhile. Not only did I learn about Spain, but also about the surrounding countries. "

Wellesley College
Past Review Cordoba: Culture And Friends PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"DEFINITLEY- LEARNED SO MUCH ABOUT THE SPANISH CULTURE AND IT HAS CHANGED MY PERSPECTIVE ON LIFE"

Wellesley College
Past Review Cordoba: An Experience I'm Happy I Was Able To Have PRESHCO: Study Abroad in Córdoba, Spain

"The experience was worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself and how to embrace different cultural experiences."

Wellesley College