High School Student Exchange Programs in Spain

35 Student Exchange Programs in Spain for High School Students
Arcos Journeys Abroad
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Immerse yourself in the Spanish language and culture in Granada, Spain! Classes are offered for all levels at a Cervantes Accredited language school. Multiple sessions are available throughout the summer. The Arcos Journeys program is a holistic approach to learning and immersion. Live with a homestay and experience delicious Spanish cooking. Participate in cultural activities in the afternoons and excursions on the weekends. Excursions include hiking in the Sierra Nevada mountains, swimming in the clear waters of the Mediterranean, and visiting the world-famous Alhambra palace complex. While in Granada, experience the very best the city has to offer including visits to the stunning cathedral, the Royal Chapel and the city's unique historic neighborhoods. This program has something for everyone! Granada is a fascinating city with an exotic feel. From flamenco performances in gypsy caves to art workshops to free tapas, this is a paradise in the south of Spain. So what are you waiting for? Improve your Spanish and expand your mind! All levels of Spanish are welcome. The main program content is given in Spanish, so language use is encouraged and promoted.
See All 4 ProgramsAFS-USA
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Advance your Spanish with both formal study and first-hand cultural experience during this four-week program in Málaga, Spain. During our summer language camp in Spain, you’ll have the unique opportunity to make friends with students from around the world by living together on a college campus in the Teatinos neighborhood. On weekends, join friends on trips to destinations in southern Spain such as the famous and beautiful Alhambra in Granada and the sun-drenched cities of Seville, Cordoba, and Marbella. This camp welcomes around 60 AFSers from around the world, including students from Brazil, Canada, China, Czechia, Denmark, Italy, Norway and Turkey – to name a few! The camp setting is designed to allow you to form friendships with individuals from around the world while experiencing chaperoned experiences or on campus activities like soccer, volleyball, and basketball. As you explore your community, you’re bound to notice southern Spain’s laid-back and social culture. You’ll find that people like to take a step back and enjoy life. The primary focus of this program will be language-learning, so take advantage of the immersion experience and really skyrocket your Spanish skills!
See All 3 ProgramsCIEE High School Abroad
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Spend a semester abroad in Barcelona, taking English classes in a city where Mediterranean sunshine meets daring architecture and vibrant street life. Think Gaudí’s colorful curves at Park Güell, the sound of guitars drifting through plazas, and palm trees swaying beside the sea. From golden beaches to mountain views, Barcelona blends coastal calm with a bold, creative spirit. Join a welcoming host family, form close friendships with your cohort, and immerse yourself in Catalan culture. From tapas nights in El Born to afternoons at Barceloneta Beach, every day brings something new. Take guided excursions to Tarragona’s Roman amphitheater by the sea and the awe-inspiring Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece. Your semester promises fun adventures, lifelong friends, and a future shaped by global experiences.
See All 2 ProgramsAbbey Road Programs
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Travel to Barcelona, Spain with Abbey Road Programs this summer! Improve your Spanish, meet new friends, explore the amazing sights of the Barcelona region, and so much more! The highlight of the program is our residence: a modern, comfortable and secure apartment complex, within the city. It has a gym, rooftop pool, AC, wifi, and many common areas for students to socialize. Abbey Road provides three meals a day of high-quality food through a variety of venues. We cook together one or two nights per week, with the help of our staff (this is excellent preparation for college years). On some nights we go out for group dinners at trendy local restaurants in the El Born neighborhood. Some nights we have takeout food. In any case, our students eat authentic, quality food, as opposed to fast food or tourist meals. Our teaching method emphasizes active, hands-on learning, cultural and language immersion. Most of our Spanish classes include interacting with locals, practicing Spanish, and small group Spanish conversation workshops. We go to many cultural and athletic events in Barcelona and its vicinity, as well as day trips to Figueres, Girona, Sitges, and more.
Greenheart Travel
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Learn and improve your Spanish through full language and cultural immersion on Greenheart Travel’s summer language camp program in either the bustling city of Salamanca or in the southeast beaches of Alicante! We welcome teens of all skills, including beginners! Live with a Spanish host family and make friends from around the world, all while learning about the country and culture of Spain. Program at a glance: - Three morning classes for 50 minutes, Monday through Friday, in air-conditioned classrooms - Classes are taught by native-speaking teachers who specialize in teaching Spanish as a foreign language - Students receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course - Programs are divided by age (14-16 and 17-18)
See All 2 ProgramsSeville Abroad
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Our “High School in Spain” program lets you study at a top-quality Spanish high school in one of Seville’s most vibrant neighborhoods. You’ll live with a carefully selected host family, enjoy cultural activities and excursions, and have the full support of a locally based team. With an office right here in Seville, our staff is always close by and available to help you with anything you need—before, during, and after your stay. We offer summer, semester, and year-long programs, giving you the flexibility to choose the length that fits your plans. This program is perfect for high school students or recent graduates eager to immerse themselves in Spanish culture, improve their language skills, and experience life with a welcoming host family. While in Spain, you will live like any other local student. You’ll make new friends, experience the authentic Spanish way of living, and practice your language skills 24/7—all with the reassurance of having a dedicated local team just around the corner. Embark on this extraordinary journey, make unforgettable memories, and discover a new part of the world—your adventure in Seville awaits!
See All 2 ProgramsCentro MundoLengua
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Are you prepared to be the best in AP® Spanish? If so, our AP® Spanish Summer Program is perfect for you! This is the only AP® Spanish Program available in Spain, offering you a unique course. Where better to study Spanish than in Spain itself? Experience the language and culture firsthand in an unparalleled setting. Designed to prepare high school students to excel in AP® Spanish Language or Literature courses and exams, this program offers a comprehensive Spanish immersion experience in the colorful and sunny city of Seville in southern Spain. Study abroad with us and live with a host family for an authentic Spanish immersion experience. This summer adventure is packed with sports, cultural activities, and tours that will create unforgettable memories. Can you envision your next summer with us? Enroll now and make it happen! Starting Dates Seville | June 14th & June 28th, 2026 (Language or Literature) An extended Spanish Language and Culture 3-week program is available. AP® is a trademark registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse, this product.
See All 5 ProgramsExpanish
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Discover the magic of Barcelona this summer with Expanish! Our Young Adults Spanish Immersion Program invites students aged 16-20 to one of Europe's most iconic cities for a unique blend of language learning, cultural exploration, and personal growth. Whether you choose to stay with a local host family or in a student residence, this program offers an unforgettable opportunity to improve your Spanish, make friends from around the world, and experience life like a local. Ages 16-20 | 1-4 Weeks | July Start Dates Choose Your Experience: Day Program Spanish classes + activities Ideal for locals or families in the city Overnight Homestay: Live with a local family Full cultural immersion Overnight Residence: Stay with fellow students Great for independence & community
Oui-Connect
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Participants aged 13-17 will host a Spanish, French, Italian, or German student for three weeks, followed by their own three-week stay abroad with the same exchange student’s family. This can take place any time between June and August. The Reciprocal Exchange is a uniquely shared experience. Both participants embark on the same adventure, creating a strong and lasting bond that enhances their language-learning journey. Participants share not just a cultural exchange but a deep friendship. It’s the best of both worlds—combining all the benefits of hosting with the excitement of going abroad. Plus, the financial advantage of this program makes it even more attractive due to its reciprocity. Participants are carefully matched based on age, gender, and shared interests.
ASSE International Student Exchange
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Experience the vibrant spirit of Spain, where family and friendship are at the heart of daily life. Enjoy meals with your host family, savor long, relaxed lunches, and immerse yourself in a lifestyle rich in tradition. A year away can’t be measured in days alone. You’ll only be gone for a school year or semester, but the experience will enrich the rest of your life. Living in another country while attending high school is something most people never have the opportunity to do. You’ll return with new knowledge, cultural understanding, maturity, and lifelong friends from your host country. As an ASSE Exchange Student, you will delight in local flavors with your host family, from authentic paella to delicious tapas. Attend lively family gatherings, see a Flamenco show, or spend time with friends at cafés or movies. Whether for a school year, semester, or summer, you’ll have countless opportunities to connect, explore, and grow while learning one of the world’s most valuable languages. Spain is waiting to inspire you!
See All 2 ProgramsLanguage Vacation
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Learn Spanish this summer in the city of the world's second oldest university and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Salamanca is a lively city and true museum of architecture with the finest square in Spain. Forty percent of students attending this summer vacation are international students learning Spanish and 60 percent are Spanish students learning English. The school sits on a large beautiful campus constructed around a tranquil courtyard in the heart of the historic center of Salamanca.
See All 7 ProgramsChester College International School
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Develop and sharpen your Spanish language skills while working toward your High School Diploma on this study abroad program! Take advantage of the opportunity to discover a unique, authentic part of Spain. At Chester College, we follow the American curriculum and transfer credits automatically to any American school. Students stay with us for a semester or an entire academic year (even longer!). We run a small school, ensuring a family atmosphere. Everyone knows each other, and each student receives a high level of personal support and mentoring from their tutor. Class sizes typically range from seven to eight students. Spanish isn’t necessary to enroll at Chester College; just lots of enthusiasm! Choose to stay either in a boarding house (split into girls' and boys, and located next to the school) or with a host family. On weekends, we take advantage of the beautiful scenery that surrounds us and often go to the beach or engage in outdoor activities, as well as explore the beautiful city of Santiago de Compostela.
Aquinas American School
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The Aquinas American School Boarding Program is available for co-ed high school students. It provides the opportunity to complete their High School Diploma at Aquinas American School (AAS) while living in a fully equipped residence complex. Throughout the program, their day-to-day academic, personal, and athletic needs are catered to accordingly. At AAS, we offer academic achievement, mastery of skills, and moral citizenship: - American education Pre K-12 (3 to 18 years old) - American teachers with credentials - High School Diploma and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program© - College counseling services - College Board SAT Center - Study Abroad Program - Athletics, Arts, and Clubs - Boarding Program - Getafe International High-Performance Soccer Program Aquinas American School is a catholic, co-ed, college-preparatory school located in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid. The school offers the US curriculum as well as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, preparing students to further their education either in Spain or abroad.
Study Abroad Campus Education
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HOLA Spain, experience living with an amazing family while attending a local high school and really living the true experience as you have a full immersion and improve your speaking skills. Study Abroad Campus Education works with partner organizations in securing high quality placements for international students in a language school or a local school in Spain. Program participants are placed with a well-selected local family in the country. The program is open to students within the age range of 14-18 years old. School study group tours are also available for interested language groups or schools. The programs include the following: - 4 - 8 weeks White Christmas in Spain - 1, 3, 5 month cultural exchanges in Spain - Accommodation with an amazing quality local host family - Full board and private room - Attendance at a local school - Airport transfers - Health insurance - Local coordinator available 24/7 - Local telephone sim card
STS Foundation
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Studying abroad through a high school exchange program brings lots of opportunities. It changes you positively by helping you understand a different culture, learn a new language, and know more about the world. You get to experience a different way of life, see education from a new angle, and make friends from other parts of the globe. This helps you grow personally, become more independent, and learn to adjust to different situations, which is always a great skill. You also learn to appreciate differences and discover new things. When you come back home, you won’t just have gained academic knowledge but also perspectives on the world around you. High school is a great time to start an adventure studying in another country because it differs from when you are older. You’re curious and open to new things during this time, making it the perfect time to learn about other cultures. This is when you learn essential skills like flexibility and resilience. Understanding different cultures and diverse environments can significantly help your future higher education and job.
Hamelin-Laie International School
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At Hamelin-Laie International School in Barcelona, we prioritize preparing your child for the future through a nurturing and dynamic learning environment. Our secondary school program, designed for students aged 12 to 15, combines the Spanish National Curriculum with global perspectives, ensuring a well-rounded education. Students primarily learn in English, with opportunities to enhance their language skills in Spanish and Catalan, cultivating multilingual proficiency. Our curriculum emphasizes personal and academic growth, fostering individual talents, and enhancing social and emotional skills. Through project-based teamwork and active learning approaches, students develop critical thinking, leadership, and collaborative skills. By engaging in subjects like technology, biology, physics, and chemistry, they explore and experiment, fostering a love for inquiry and discovery.
Europa International School
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At the European International School of Barcelona, our Secondary Education program for students aged 12-16 focuses on instilling the value of hard work to achieve academic excellence. We strive to make learning an enjoyable and motivating process, fostering a lifelong passion for education. Our approach aims to develop autonomous and self-confident learners who are prepared to navigate their academic and personal lives with competence and resilience. Recognizing the importance of emotional and physical development during these formative years, our program places significant emphasis on personal growth. Our dedicated tutors guide students through this critical phase, ensuring that their personal development supports their academic success. We offer a nurturing environment where students learn to balance their personal and academic lives effectively.
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