Description

This program is designed for students who wish to experience all that a beautiful Spanish city on the Mediterranean has to offer, while studying the Spanish language and the complexities of Spanish and contemporary European societies. The USAC program is located at the 30,000 student University of Alicante. While enrolled, USAC students enjoy privileges accorded local students at the University of Alicante, such as activities, student clubs, and organizations.

The summer Alicante Program offers two sessions, a five-week session and a four-week session with the option of a four-day visit to Madrid. This program is ideal for those unable to participate in semester or yearlong programs. Students may combine intensive Spanish language courses and elective courses for a minimum of 3 credits and a maximum of 6 credits per summer session. A sailing course is also offered in the summer for students to take full advantage of living so close to the Meditteranean sea.

Highlights

Alicante is the seaside, year-round resort home to sandy white beaches, wide beautiful boulevards, fine cuisine and many historical and cultural attractions. With its sunny climate, beautiful beaches, tall mountains, and rich culture and nightlife, it has become one of the most popular destinations in Spain. The area enjoys hot summers and the sunniest winters in all of Europe.

People in Alicante live most of their life outdoors as part of the Mediterranean lifestyle: busy cafés, vibrant nightlife, street markets, and local festivals are abundant. The campus is also one of the most beautiful in Spain, with lovely gardens, fountains, palm trees, and modern architecture. All of these factors create a great learning and social atmosphere for USAC students.

In addition to opening an academic window on the Spanish people, through field trips and integration into the university and community life, this program allows you to personally experience the richness of Spanish culture.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Semester: USD 7,780 ; Year: USD 15,060 ; Summer: USD Session 1: 3,180; Session 2: 3,780; Sessions 1&2: 6,860

Program Fees Include:

Tuition and fees, admission fee for affiliate university, USAC housing locating service (semester/year), USAC pre-arranged housing options (summer), homestay and apartment fees (summer), personalized pre-departure advising, immigration visa assistance, parental support & consultation, financial aid and scholarship assistance, transcript assistance, student health insurance, free medical services on campus, airport pick-up for those on the group flight and tour, USAC orientation in Alicante, host university student ID card, 24-hour local staff emergency support, field trips, local travel resources (cost not included), volunteer opportunities, University of Alicante courses for Spanish as a Foreign Language exams.

Experience Required

no

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

Requirements vary. Please contact USAC.

Typically The Application Process Time is

One week

University Studies Abroad Consortium's Mission Statement

We are a nonprofit consortium of 33 U.S. universities offering quality study abroad programs for the past 30 years. USAC helps arrange everything for students like housing, internships, field study courses and more; from the point you apply, to your arrival and stay, to your transcript upon return, USAC will be there for you. The mission of the University Studies Abroad Consortium is to provide students with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, experiences and attitudes to prepare them for the global society of the 21st century. We believe study abroad is the most effective way to accomplish these goals.

Year Founded

1982