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Program Overview

Earn high school credits while immersing yourself in Spanish language and culture in one of Spain’s most authentic regions. Chester College offers a Semester or Year Abroad program in Santiago de Compostela, ideal for American students seeking academic continuity abroad.

As an American international school, Chester College follows a U.S. curriculum, with credits automatically recognized by schools in the United States. Credit transfer options are also available for other education systems. Students continue working toward their High School Diploma in small classes (max. 12 students), with personalized support and mentoring.

Core subjects can be studied in English or Spanish, depending on each student’s language level. Alongside academics, students develop their Spanish through tailored classes and daily immersion—no prior Spanish required.

Choose between boarding or a host family stay. Outside the classroom, enjoy cultural visits, outdoor activities, and weekend trips across Galicia.

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Program Highlights

Receive lots of personal attention and support, thanks to small class sizes.
Explore the historic charm and beauty of Santiago de Compostela.
Visit Spain’s lush green countryside and amazing beaches.
Stay in a boarding house or with a host family, enabling you to truly immerse in Spanish language and culture.
Chester College is an official SAT and AP exam centre: you may prepare for these here.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Program Activity Costs
Wifi Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)

Program Details

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Locations

  • Santiago, Spain

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Education
  • Grade school to 8th grade

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Transcript

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

  • 3-6 Months
  • Multiple Year
  • 7-12 Months
  • Summer

Starts At

$300-600

Program Reviews

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Rosa McDonnellUnited Kingdom · May 2019

Best year ever!

I decided to come to Chester College after taking part in their Spanish summer camp a few summers in a row. I had an amazing year and loved Santiago! I studied 10th grade there as I decided I wanted to improve my Spanish. The classes were really small so I got a lot of help, and I had a Spanish lesson every day so I could improve really quickly. When my level was good enough, I started getting other subjects through Spanish as well like Maths and Science. The teachers are all really nice and give you lots of support if you don't know something. They also helped me to think about my university choices and what career I might be interested in. I liked living in the residence - I shared a room with a Spanish girl and the monitor was really nice - she was from Spain too. At the weekend we went on trips and went to the beach in the summer. The food was really nice too! I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to study abroad and do well in all their normal subjects but also get fluent in Spanish and experience living in another culture.

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