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AIFS Abroad in Barcelona, Spain (LCI): Semester

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Program Overview

Spend a semester or academic year with AIFS Abroad in the avant-garde city of Barcelona, Spain, located on the shores of the Mediterranean. Study at LCI Barcelona, an international school of design and creativity located in the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district. The dynamic and diverse campus in this most inspirational of cities is an exciting space in which to study, learn, experiment, and innovate on the Barcelona Visual Arts and Design program.

Housing options include a homestay, apartment, or student residence.

Volunteer opportunities are available through a local NGO to provide services to people in need within the local community.

Typical activities, tours, and visits include:
- Guided city tour
- Welcome meal and farewell activity
- Gothic Quarter and Cathedral
- Gaudí’s Park Güell
- The Sagrada Família Basílica
- Cooking class
- Tours and workshops designed to learn about Barcelona from another perspective
- Wellness events and more!

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Program Highlights

Receive up to 14 semester credits and transcript from LCI.
Choose from a wide variety of courses available; taught in English and Spanish (Spanish language proficiency is not required).
Enjoy day trips to Girona, Figueras and the Salvador Dalí Museum, and Montserrat.
Guarantee your safety and health, thanks to 24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance.
Receive advice and help with any questions from an on-site program director throughout the program.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Program Activity Costs
Medical / Accident Insurance
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Assistance Booking Travel
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Alumni / Networking Membership
Emergency Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Barcelona, Spain

Fields & Subjects

  • Arts
  • Business
  • Communications
  • Culture
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • Film
  • Graphic Design
  • International Relations
  • Journalism & Broadcasting
  • Literature
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Photography
  • Sociology
  • Spanish
  • Technology
  • Visual Arts

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round
  • Terms Available
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year

Eligible Nationalities

  • American

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-30

Starts At

  • semester: $15,290

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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Adalia YeungUnited States · March 2026

The one where I met my best friends

There are not enough works to express how amazing this experience was for me because I ended up meeting my best friends during my last semester of college. We all signed up for different programs through AIFS, but since we lived in the same building, we were able to bond and dive deeper into the beauties of Barcelona together. We were able to travel to different countries and do fun excursions through AIFS like visit a winery, go hiking in Montserrat, take a cooking class and visit the city's landmarks. While we had to adapt to the cultural differences, living with other AIFS students and spending time with everyone in the program was truly a home away from home. These people were my foundation. We were able to be vulnerable with one another and discover not just a whole new culture together but learn things about ourselves that we never realized before. I will always remember when my friends and I wrote letters to one another to read on the flight home from Barcelona and I do not think I will ever cry as hard as I did than when I read those letters. We have gone from being just steps away from each other in our student residence to being separated by thousands of miles. Barcelona will always be our special place, and I am so thankful to AIFS for introducing me to my best friends.

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What is the minimum GPA?

Minimum of 2.6 GPA

Will I need a visa?

No visa is required for this program. Contact your advisor or login to your portal for more information.

What courses are offered?

AIFS Abroad offers a unique global educational experience for students in the Barcelona semester program. Check out the available academic options on this page.

Where can I find DEI info for Barcelona?

Even before departure, dive right into the experience with the assurance that your stay in Barcelona will be different than at home. With that said, check out our Social Identity & Access page for resources and tips for navigating a new environment.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

2025 Finalist - Innovation in Community College Programming
Notable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Study Abroad Providers 2024
Top Rated Provider 2023 - Study Abroad
Innovation in Diversity Finalist 2022
Innovation in Alumni Engagement 2020 Finalist
Innovation in Alumni Engagement 2020 Winner
Top Rated Program 2019 - Study Abroad
Alliance for International Exchange
Fund for Education Abroad
IAPA - International Au Pair Association
Diversity Abroad
Forum on Education Abroad
GoAbroad Top Study Abroad Program 2018
GoAbroad Top Study Abroad Organizations 2018
World Youth Student & Educational Travel Confederation

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