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Studies show that the best way to learn a language is through complete immersion, and it sure helps to be in incredible locations while studying Spanish! If Spanish language acquisition is more important to you than traditional college credits, taking an intensive Spanish course abroad could be an affordable and focused way to quickly improve your language skills while seeing the world.
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Live and study in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. Maximo Nivel offers the most intensive and professional Spanish immersion program in Latin America. Our Native Spanish Program emphasizes oral communication and integrated skills development to truly help build your Spanish language proficiency - this is a great immersion experience! Our native-speaking Spanish teachers are highly qualified professional instructors with years of experience. Our Tandem Conversation program pairs Spanish program participants with our local English students for free conversation practice.

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Step beyond the classroom and into the world with EF Language Abroad. Our immersive programs combine academic excellence with life-changing cultural experiences in 11 stunning global destinations across 8 countries and 7 languages. Whether you’re a high school student eager to explore the world, a college student preparing for international studies or simply seeking global fluency, EF offers customizable programs that meet your goals and fit your schedule. You will learn a new language better and faster in fun and interactive classes alongside new friends from around the globe. After class, explore the city through planned activities like cooking classes, city tours, student parties, and more. Over the weekend, travel with EF staff to neighboring cities and countries to practice your language skills with locals and see the sights. You have the power to tailor your journey—whether you’re testing your limits in an intensive track, earning career credentials, or preparing for major exams. You’ll develop language skills faster, gain global experiences, and return equipped for the next step. Earn transferable college credit through our partner in education, The University of Montana.

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Study Spanish in Bilbao, Spain

Study Spanish at our fully accredited language training center, located in one of the most interesting areas of Spain. Our educational programs provide a unique combination of in-class work and outside activities. We are not only a 'School for Spanish', but we are also an 'Institute for Languages and Cross-Cultural Training'. The Institute is located in the very heart of the financial city center. Our facilities overlook the Ibaizabal river, the old part of the town, and the most traditional park in the city. We supply a broad variety of courses. This is a highly individualized program designed to meet your personal interests, level of Spanish, and academic and/or professional needs. We assist you to assimilate the language quickly and easily, no matter your grammatical knowledge. Our professionally trained teachers will patiently help you and answer any questions you might have about a topic. Each teacher is available to help any individual with issues of cultural adaption or of a personal nature, which may hinder their progress in learning Spanish.

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Spanish Immersion Program | Intensive Month

Study Spanish in Spain or Latin America at Expanish! Our Intensive Month program allows students to learn in an immersive environment, drastically increasing their Spanish level in just 4 weeks. They can begin at the start of any month (throughout the year) no matter their current level, making the program flexible and affordable. Programs include tuition, housing (homestay, student residence, studio apartment), cultural activities, insurance, and an airport pick-up service. Our courses accept students from all over the world, so come join us for a life-changing study abroad experience! Expanish has study centers in 4 destinations - Barcelona, Madrid, and Málaga in Spain, and in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Students can choose to spend the entire program at one location or mix and match by spending a portion of their time in different cities. Two weeks in Buenos Aires and then 2 weeks in Madrid? Sounds like the perfect way to spend the summer.

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RECRUITING FOR 2023 Kaya's learn Spanish program in Costa Rica offers a unique Spanish immersion language course that enable students to learn the language and at the same time experience Costa Rican culture. While Spanish instruction is the focal point of all academic classes, you will have the chance to engage with Latin dance classes as well as cooking classes to practice and improve your speaking, dancing and cooking skills outside of the classroom. There are ten levels of instruction which we currently offer students: Beginner I, II & III; Intermediate I, II & III; Advanced I, II, & III, as well as specialized Spanish courses for medical, legal or business professionals, Spanish teachers, etc. Students will be placed in the appropriate level, according to your proficiency as determined by a written test and an oral evaluation. All of our classes are offered in small groups, with an average of 3 or 4 and a maximum of 6 to a class. Experience and passion for working in the community and interacting with the people are needed. Participants must also possess enthusiasm and a willingness to learn about the environment and the place's culture.

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Total Spanish Immersion Homestay in Spain

Learn Spanish in Malaga, Spain, with Agualivar. Participants are welcomed into the school where they experience the local way of life as part of a warm, friendly family. Besides living together with teachers, participants speak only Spanish every day. Teachers and the rest of the Agualivar staff help students find the right words to say in daily conversations. Courses are specifically designed to meet individual needs. The school is not a traditional academy; it is a beachfront village where students enjoy an unforgettable holiday while learning Spanish. Classes have a maximum of four students and lessons tackle all language skills: reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and culture. The tuition is usually in the morning, leaving the afternoons and evenings free for activities, visits, excursions, and/or private study. The great advantage of this program is that participants live in the house with teachers so that learning does not stop at the end of the lesson.

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Dynamic Academic Semester: Study & Immerse in Buenos Aires

Embark on a dynamic academic journey in Buenos Aires with Mente Argentina’s Academic Semester Program. Designed for students eager to delve into Argentine culture and academic excellence, this program allows you to study at one of four prestigious universities. Whether aiming for a semester or a full academic year, earn between 12-18 US semester credits or 24-36 ECTS credits, all transferrable to your home institution. Our program not only provides comprehensive academic options but also enables you to enrich your experience through internships, volunteer work, or specialized immersion courses in Tango, Cooking, Wine Tasting, Photography, and TEFL Certification. Why Choose Buenos Aires? Buenos Aires, with its lively arts scene, diverse culinary landscape, and dynamic social atmosphere, offers an unparalleled backdrop for academic and personal growth. Studying here enhances your academic credentials and provides a rich, immersive cultural experience, preparing you for global citizenship.

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Learn Spanish and immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture at one or both of our two unique locations – Samara Tropical Beach Campus and/or Heredia Historic City Campus. Study Spanish in small, dynamic groups with students of all ages and nationalities. Live with a Costa Rican family or in a student apartment. Learn to dance salsa and bachata, cook local foods, learn to surf or do yoga. Travel to volcanoes, beaches & rainforests; make friends for life. Our caring and experienced staff & professors provide you with support every step of the way. Standard Group Immersion Course: 4 hours a day, Monday - Friday (20 hours a week) Private/Semi-Private Spanish Lessons: 10 to a maximum of 20 hours per week Intensive Spanish Course: Add a maximum of 5 private lessons per week to your standard group classes We offer a series of 18 courses designed by curriculum specialists, using interactive small groups in an environment of total cultural immersion. Our professors are dynamic, experienced, native speakers with minimum a BA, teaching certification and/or MA in Spanish as a Second Language. All are trained in the communicative approach, ensuring a fun and enjoyable learning experience!

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Summer Edition: Live the Language, Live the Culture

Experience the most rural Spain in this linguistic and cultural immersion program in Matarraña, often referred to as the Spanish Tuscany. Do more than learn Spanish - live it through various activities! Learn to prepare traditional dishes in an outdoor setting. Discover stunning countryside landscapes on a horseback riding adventure. Harvest almonds, olives, and other fruits depending on the season, and then learn about their production process. Practice yoga outdoors, breathing in fresh air while finding a balance between your mind and body. Enjoy cycling and exploration along the Matarraña Greenway, an old train route transformed into a safe and lovely path in the heart of nature. On top of all these (and more!), learn and practice Spanish under the shade of an olive tree! Experience the warmth and personal touch of our family-run project, spearheaded by a dedicated young Spanish teacher with over ten years of experience.

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Take in-person Spanish evening classes at Sprachenatelier and still have time to study or work in the mornings while improving your foreign language skills. We offer courses suitable for all levels, from beginners to more advanced. After a free placement exam, we will find the appropriate level for you. We also offer private lessons with teacher support and effective teaching material. Our Spanish courses are individually tailored to each class, helping enhance your language abilities through a personalized training program. With the latest methods and teaching materials combined with highly qualified, experienced teachers who make learning Spanish an exciting and rewarding experience, you will see results in no time! Please note that most courses will be taught in both German and the target language (particularly beginner levels), so we recommend at least a B1/B2 level in German. For very advanced classes, you might not need any previous knowledge.

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Spain Individual Immersion

Guaranteed immersion into life, culture, and language in Spain! Spend 2 to 6 weeks of your summer in Almeria with a volunteer host family. We will choose a family most suited to you and your interests and with a teen of a similar age. You will speak only Spanish from start to finish and be wholly integrated into the local way of life and culture. This is the best way to improve your Spanish! Almeria, the region's (of the same name) capital, is known for its beautiful beaches, unique landscape, and historic attractions. Our families are carefully chosen and are all volunteers, eager to host and forge a connection with international students. This is a highly flexible program. You can choose the dates and length of your stay and enhance your experience by taking one-on-one Spanish classes, playing sports, or participating in local activities. Your host family coordinator is on call 24/7, regularly checking in with you throughout the program.

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Spanish Cultural Immersion and Adventure in Mexico

Come and join the leading Spanish-language immersion program in Mexico! Iguana Abroad offers you the chance to live in one of the best locations in Mexico and learn Spanish in a fast, authentic, and immersive way. Whether you are a complete beginner or you already speak advanced Spanish, our personalized courses will bring you to the next level! Our trips include 30+ hours of Spanish tuition, a unique program of cultural immersion, and a series of excursions to diverse and exciting locations around Mexico. Iguana Abroad will take care of all the details: Spanish lessons, excursions, activities, and much, much more! Get in touch today to find out more!

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Authentic Spanish or Maya Language Immersion

Na'atik Language and Culture Institute offers Spanish and Maya language immersion courses in the heart of the stunning Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. The nonprofit school in the small, safe, colorful city of Felipe Carrillo Puerto provides an authentic, intercultural experience by showing international language students the real Zona Maya – it's not just ruins! We offer full immersion where our students stay with welcoming, warm homestay families, living and eating like a local. The program is off the beaten path, away from tourist influences, allowing true language learning. What makes our immersion program stand out is, that when you study with us, you're directly subsidizing our award-winning English program. This provides local and indigenous students with classes, extracurricular activities, and a free trilingual lending library.

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INESLE Madrid & Santander - Spanish Immersion Summer Program

Eager to learn Spanish? Travel to Spain where you’ll study with INESLE Madrid, an educational center for Spanish language and cultural studies. We have years of experience in organizing immersion programs for 13 to 18-year-old students from all over the world. Experiencing the culture of Spain is an integral part of our summer programs, ensuring that students are fully immersed in the values of Spanish life and culture. The key features of our summer programs in Madrid include: – Student groups are based on Spanish language abilities. – Class sizes are small. – Classes are delivered in Spanish from start to finish, ensuring full immersion in the language. – Focus on improving core skills: speaking, writing, reading, and listening comprehension. – Get to know Spanish culture through courses in Literature, History, Art, Geography, Social Studies, Economics, and Music. – Participation in trips and excursions that will bring alive Spain’s rich historical and artistic heritage.

Corazon Cuba

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Learn Spanish, Dance & Culture in Cuba

Are you interested in learning Spanish? Study at our school/hostel in the heart of Old Havana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and take morning language lessons from Monday to Friday. In the afternoons, enjoy dance classes and cultural excursions. We also have weekend trips to the beach and a two-night/three-day road trip to Viñales. This is a busy program and offers the possibility of immersion into Cuban life—past and present—and the opportunity to understand what makes this amazing country so special. Our programs are for participants 18+, but we also welcome minors accompanied by an adult. Accommodation is in our licensed Casa Particulare, where you’ll share a dorm room with other students. You could also stay in a private room with an en suite bathroom for an extra fee. Couples, friends, and family who book a program together are automatically upgraded to a private room. Breakfast and lunch are included, as well as activities such as group discussion/planning meetings and impromptu social gatherings. Airport transfers can be arranged on request. Our programs comply with travel restrictions for US citizens. Feel free to contact us for more information!

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A Guide to Spanish Language Programs Abroad

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Understand the benefits

Opting to take a Spanish course abroad can offer an incredible amount of positives to your daily life as well as your professional one. Here are just a few of the great benefits.

  • Popular courses. Spanish learners will usually have the option to choose from credit-bearing language courses at a university alongside other international students or classes at Spanish language schools, where classmates will come from all ages and backgrounds.
  • Get fluent fast. In an immersive setting, all there is to do is practice, practice, practice! The more you practice, the more you learn. And beyond that, the more mistakes you make, the more you learn! So go out there and make some memorable mistakes!
  • Being multilingual. It can help you get a job in your preferred career, communicate with people from all over the world, and expand your mind in exciting ways!
  • Communicate with more people. Spanish is one of the most commonly spoken languages in the world and the intercultural communication skills that you’ll learn from living in another country will give you an advantage in the workplace, interpersonal relationships, and future adventures abroad!

Things to know

Traveling anywhere, there’s always something worth knowing before heading out on your adventure, and the same goes for learning Spanish abroad. Here are some great things to know ahead of time.

  • Visa and paper requirements. Wherever you head, you’ll need a visa and other important information relevant to your program. Academic programs, embassies, and airlines are key places to get all the most current and required material for your experience.
  • Language skills. Even though it’s a Spanish language course you’re heading to, check to see if there are any language requirements beyond the obvious. Consider learning a few things before going. It can be helpful during the introductory period.
  • Health and safety. Read up on and follow all rules and regulations of the country’s health and safety guidelines. Get all recommended vaccinations and check-ups before departure. Be a conscious traveler, and stay smart about your day-to-day wherever you are.
  • Cultural and social etiquette. Learn how to say hello—if you don’t know already! More specifically, knowing how the country you’re headed to greets one another.Take an afternoon and research the dos and don'ts of the country you’re visiting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

To learn Spanish abroad, decide where you want to go! After you have some contenders for your destination, it's time to shop for programs. Use MyGoAbroad to compare programs side-by-side and decide which program you ultimately want to apply to.

To keep your experience affordable, choose a Spanish-speaking destination close to home to save money. For example, if you're from the US, Mexico is an affordable destination for learning Spanish. If you're from the UK, Spain is a great choice!

The top advantage of learning Spanish abroad is having total language immersion. Going to a Spanish-speaking country means you'll hear (and ultimately use) the language every day, providing plenty of opportunities for practice.

The best Spanish language learning program depends on your language goals and where you want to learn Spanish. Some of the best providers for Spanish language programs are Maximo Nivel, Instituto Hemingway, and Mente Argentia.

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December 15, 2025by: Robyn Hallet - United StatesProgram: Spanish Immersion Programs | Learn Spanish in Latin America
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This was an incredible experience! I loved my teacher, Jairo, and my classmates. My home stay was amazing - I was placed in the best house with the best family! The staff at Máximo Nivel were so friendly and accommodating. They took good care of us, to make sure we felt comfortable and safe. My only suggestion would be to add more sound absorbers in the classrooms - learning requires being able to hear the teacher and other students clearly. The echo makes that very difficult.

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