Description

The USAC programs in Spain open an academic window on the Spanish and Basque people, introducing you to the rich diversity of the Iberian Peninsula. As a USAC student you have the opportunity to study intensive Spanish or Basque and to take elective courses in English or Spanish in a variety of subjects such as European Union, Spanish Culture and Civilization, Art History, International Environmental Health, Contemporary Spanish Cinema, and Foundations of Western Culture. The USAC program is located at the University of the Basque Country in San Sebastian, a beautiful city built on three hills surrounding a crescent shaped bay known worldwide for its beaches. The programs include field trips for USAC students to areas of interest in and around the Basque Country as well as an optional tour of Madrid.

The summer San Sebastian program offers two 4-5 week sessions. You may participate in one or both of the sessions, with the option of a four-day visit to Madrid. This program is ideal for those unable to participate in semester or yearlong programs.

Highlights

The San Sebastian program offers intensive language study - up to two years of university language requirements may be met in one semester. This city provides the optimum environment for study of the geographic, cultural, and linguistic diversity of the Basque Country and of the Iberian Peninsula. San Sebastian has the highest level of bilingualism of any of the area's cities; all of its inhabitants speak Spanish and about one third speak Basque as well.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

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

Program Fees Include:

* Summer:
- tuition and fees
- housing placement
- housing fees for apartments
- partial housing fees for homestays
- personalized pre-departure advising
- immigration visa assistance
- parental support and advisement
- financial aid/scholarship advising and assistance
- transcript assistance
- student health insurance
- airport pick-up for those on the Madrid Tour arriving on the group flight (Session I)
- USAC mandatory orientation in San Sebastian
- program-organized field trips
- 24-hour local emergency staff support
- local travel resources, tips, and suggestions

* Semester/Year:
- tuition and fees
- housing placement
- personalized pre-departure advising
- immigration visa assistance
- free group visa submission in some jurisdictions
- parental support and advisement
- financial aid/scholarship advising and assistance
- transcript assistance
- student health insurance
- airport pick-up for those on the Madrid Tour arriving on the group flight
- USAC mandatory orientation in San Sebastian
- 24-hour local staff emergency support
- program-organized field trips
- local travel resources, tips, suggestions
- volunteer opportunities

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