Description

Learn Spanish in one of the most ancient and diverse cities in Spain--Granada! Explore the narrow, cobblestoned streets of the former Muslim quarter, the Albaycin. Wander the passageways of the Alhambra or enter the white-washed caves of the Gypsies and experience the passion of a flamenco performance.

Highlights

This is the ideal program for students interested in Spanish immersion and elective courses. Granada is the perfect location due to its unique culture and relaxed atmosphere.

* Study at the accredited University of Granada
* Earn university credit!
* Visit Arabic tea shops in the narrow streets of the Albyacin, the largest preserved Moorish quarter in all of Spain
* Home to the monumental and romantic Alhambra; the former palace of the sultans
* In the evenings, enjoy a flamenco performance, and feel the passion of this Gypsy art form.
* Surrounded by the Sierra Nevada mountains
* Only 1 hour away from the spectacular Costa del Sol beaches

Excursions (all included!)

* Explore the exotic Alhambra, the ancient palace of the Sultans.
* Visit the golden beaches of the Mediterranean and relax in the deep, blue waters.
* Spend a weekend in the high Sierra Nevada mountains, explore the lost villages of the Moors.
* Experience Madrid, the capital city, full of life and culture. Home to some of Europe's best art museums.

Cultural Activities (all included!)

* Take flamenco dance lessons.
* Go horseback riding in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
* Enjoy food tasting classes of traditional Spanish foods.
* Taste teas in the exotic Arabic tea houses.
* Experience a Spanish bullfight.

Minimum Education

High School

Type of Programs

• High School Study Abroad
• Language Immersion
• Cultural Exploration

Languages

• Spanish

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

- Weekend excursions
- Cultural activities
- Tuition
- Host family
- Meals
- International medical insurance
- Pre-departure advising
- Airport transfers
- Reception & farewell event
- On-site staff available 24/7
- Tutoring
- Language exchange
- Transcript or certificate

Credit Available

yes

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 - 4 business days

Sol Abroad's Mission Statement

Our company mission is very simple: to treat you the same way we wanted to be treated when we studied abroad. We take pride in this hands-on, full-service approach to ensuring you an enriching, life-changing experience. It is this unique approach that makes us both a leader and innovator in study abroad programs. When you attend one of our programs, you can be assured of a world-class study abroad experience that includes high-quality interactive Spanish language classes, regular travel excursions, and an array of daily cultural activities of lasting value.

Year Founded

2005