Description

Santander, located in northern Spain, offers students an incredible study abroad experience on the shores of the Bay of Biscay. A popular holiday destination, visitors to Santander enjoy a variety of beaches as well as historical sites such as the Palace of La Magdalena. Surrounded by lush trees and rolling hills, Santander is a perfect combination of an urban environment and natural beauty. The cultural life in the city is intensified during the summer months by activities such as the annual international music festival, as well as theater and dance events.

The LPI office is conveniently located at the Las Llamas campus of the Menendez Pelayo International University. At the LPI office, students can receive tutoring, check out books, or simply visit and practice the Spanish language. LPI students may also use the university facilities, including computer labs with internet access. LPIs full-time resident staff is dedicated to maximizing the experience of every student participating in the Santander program. They will conduct the on-site orientation, lead excursions, and set up intercambios with local students. Visit the LPI website for info on the resident staff.

Founded in 1932, the university was developing its academic programs when it was halted by the breakout of the Spanish Civil War in 1936. It was re-established a decade later under the name of Menéndez Pelayo International University (UIMP). With a complete program of courses and seminars conducted by prestigious specialists from both Spanish and foreign universities, the UIMP has gained recognition as one of the most outstanding universities in Spain. More than 5,000 students pass through the universitys classrooms throughout the summer. The UIMP also offers a wide range of cultural activities such as concerts, theatre performances, art exhibits, and poetry readings. The Spanish language and culture courses are held at the UIMPs Las Llamas campus. This campus is equipped with many facilities: a complete library geared towards foreign students, a video library with Spanish films and documentaries, a language lab, as well as various athletic facilities such as basketball and tennis courts.

Highlights

Excursions include:
* Madrid
* Toledo
* El Escorial
* Potes and Picos de Europa
* Santanilla del Mar and Comillas
* San Sebastian
* Bilbao

Type of Programs

• Cultural Exploration
• High School Study Abroad
• Language Immersion

Languages

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

* Tuition & Books
* Room And Board
* Airport Reception
* Hotel & Ground Transportation
* Overnight Cultural Excursions
* Entrance Fees & Guided Tours
* Daily Activities & Excursions
* Full-Time U.S. Staff & Resident Staff Abroad
* On-Site LPI Office with Computer Lab and Internet Access
* Academic Credits (5-6 Semester Hours)
* International Medical Insurance (USD 500,000 coverage)
* Tutorial Assistance
* Intercambios

This Program is open to

American and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Transcript
• Letters of Reference
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

LPI (Learning Programs International)'s Mission Statement

LPI, the high school division of International Studies Abroad (ISA) was established in 1989 to provide an academically challenging and culturally thorough study abroad program for U.S. high school students. Based in Austin, Texas, LPI reaches out to provide study abroad opportunities to students from across the United States. LPI works closely with fully-accredited foreign universities and the LPI resident staff in each program location in order to provide cultural activities, tutoring services, language exchanges, volunteer opportunities, and numerous possibilities for improving language performance. Through LPI, students are able to equip themselves with a working knowledge of a foreign language, earn college credit, experience another culture and explore the area around their program city through cultural excursions.

Year Founded

1989