Description

A world-class university in a UNESCO World Heritage site! Semester at Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona offers you all the best aspects of Europe: strong academics, a gorgeous campus, proximity to a coastline of white-sand beaches, and an exciting, cosmopolitan city that never sleeps.

Spend a semester studying at an internationally renowned university in the cultural hub of Mediterranean Europe. On Semester at Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, you will have the opportunity to soak up all that Barcelona has to offer both inside and outside of the classroom. You should start getting excited about:

* The most pristine white-sand beaches in Western Europe - Barcelona enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate. Pleasant temperatures in winter and hot summers make any time of the year perfect for a visit to the beach. Barcelona's beaches and boardwalks, a stone's throw from your front door, are a main attraction in the city.

* Life in the cultural capital of the Mediterranean - Barcelona is home to more World Heritage sites than any other city in Europe. You will witness 2,000 years of architectural and cultural splendor. The numerous museums, churches, cathedrals, concert halls, the modern art of Joan Miro, Pablo Picasso, and the influential architecture of Antoni Gaudi and Mies van der Rohe make Barcelona an aesthetically appealing destination for visitors from all over the world.

* World-class academics in world-famous buildings - The Barcelona campus was declared a Historic Artistic Monument in 1978 and named part of UNESCO's Cultural Heritage for Humanity in 1997. And it's located in a safe, quiet, central part of Barcelona.

* Accommodations that suit your style - Semester at Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona provides you with options when it comes to housing. You can live with a Spanish family, share an apartment with other international students, or live in student residence halls located throughout Barcelona.

* The city of Barcelona - The cafe culture, boutique shops, tapas restaurants, and world- famous nightlife are enough to keep you busy for a semester.

* Cultural activities and excursions are included - We will take you to a Catalan cooking class, a flamenco show, and tours of less-traveled barrios of Barcelona. One day trip outside of Barcelona and one weekend trip in Spain are included in the program. Possible trips include the beautiful Costa Brava, magical Granada, and majestic Madrid, among others.

Highlights

* Hands-on orientation and guided tours of the city
* A Catalan cooking class, flamenco show, museum visits, tours of less-traveled barrios of Barcelona
* One guided weekend excursion outside of Barcelona
* One guided day-trip outside of Barcelona
* Custom housing options
* An internationally recognized university in a UNESCO World Heritage site
* A range of academic offerings to suit your major and interests
* Classes taught in both English and Spanish
* Spanish classes tailored to your current level of Spanish, beginner to advanced
* A coastline of the best beaches in Europe
* Cafe culture, delicious cuisine, and amazing nightlife
* Enough UNESCO World Heritage sites and architectural masterpieces to keep you busy for a lifetime

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

please contact CISabroad

Program Fees Include:

* Cultural and recreational excursions and activities in Barcelona
* One guided weekend excursion outside of Barcelona
* One guided day-trip outside of Barcelona
* Full-time tuition and fees
* Housing (apartment, family home, or residence hall)
* Meal plan available with a homestay
* Medical and accident insurance
* CISabroad support services before, during, and after the program
* Academic advising
* Financial aid counseling
* Assistance with travel arrangements
* Predeparture orientation
* Airport pickup
* CISabroad on-site orientation
* Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona orientation
* On-site support
* Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona transcript
* Carbon offset of travel

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Dormitory
• Home-stays

Scholarships are Available

Grants (Automatically Awarded): * CISabroad Early Bird Grant: You will automatically receive USD 100 off if you apply by Sep 23rd for a spring semester program or December 31st for a fall semester program! * CISabroad CPA (Cooperating Partner Alliance) Grant: Automatically receive USD 250 off a semester program or USD 100 off a summer or short-term program if your school is an affiliate. Please check list at CISabroad website. * CISabroad Bring a Friend Grant: You and your friend receive USD 250 for a semester program or USD 100 for a summer, short-term or internship program. * CISabroad Go Again Grant: Got the travel bug and want to go again on another CISabroad program? Get USD 250 off a semester or USD 100 off a summer program. *CISabroad Diversity Abroad Grant, CIS Gilman Grant, CIS Golden Key Grant: If you receive a Diversity Abroad scholarship, Gilman Grant, or Golden Key Award for your CISabroad program, we'll give you an additional $500 grant, just to say congrats! For all of the following scholarships, Please be sure to fill out the CIS scholarship application form by May 1 for a fall program, November 1 for a Spring Program, or May 1 For a summer program. Please visit CISabroad website. * CISabroad Leadership Scholarship: Receive USD 250- USD 500 off a semester program or USD 100-USD 200 off a summer program * CISabroad Photo Journalist Scholarship Receive USD 100 off plus a digital camera for semester or summer program * CISabroad Correspondent Scholarship (semester programs only) Receive USD 500-USD 1,000 off for blogging regularly about your experience overseas * CISabroad Green Scholarship Receive USD 250-USD 500 off a semester or USD 100-USD 200 off a summer program for volunteering in an eco-friendly capacity and presenting on your experience while back home Please check CISabroad website for a more up to date info.

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

CISabroad's Mission Statement

To provide innovative education programs that broaden academic perspectives, promote global awareness, and encourage personal development while laying the foundation for participants to become engaged world citizens.

Year Founded

2000