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CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Spanish Language in Barcelona

by: CIEE High School Abroad

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Advance your Spanish skills and live like a Barcelones! Experience four weeks of Spanish language immersion in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, Spain, while exposed to the regional Catalan language. (And don’t worry—98% of barceloneses speak Spanish even if their primary language is Catalan!). Outside of language class, delve into conversations with locals while exploring colorful neighborhoo...

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Program Highlights

Lose yourself inside Casa Milà (La Pedrera), a complete work of art inside and out, and one of Gaudi’s most iconic buildings.

Uncover the secrets of Spanish cuisine in a tapas workshop. Learn to cook traditional favorites like patatas bravas and tortilla española.

Tour the Barceloneta, a former fishing neighborhood, with the old harbor on one side and sandy beaches on the other.

Enjoy panoramic views of Barcelona from Mount Tibidabo and visit one of the oldest Amusement Parks in Europe.

Bask in the ancient Roman city of Tarragona , ranked by UNESCO as one of the world’s most beautiful archaeological sites.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Barcelona, Spain
Availability
Year(s) Offered2026Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects
Focus Areas:
  • Experiential Learning
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
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Awards

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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

8

Total Reviews

4

Amazing experience being able to visit a country I've never seen before

July 02, 2025by: Spencer Nuss

Program: CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Spanish Language in Barcelona

9

Amazing experience being able to visit a country I've never seen before. Here in Barcelona as a part of Spanish Language and Culture, I've significantly improved my skills with espanol and taken in the beauty of this city on the Mediterranean. I've loved the structure of our days here - planned activity or excursion, class time with engaging projects, and free time to enjoy ourselves. One month passed very quickly with CIEE!

Eye-opening and informative

September 19, 2024by: Ella S.

Program: CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Spanish Language in Barcelona

7

This experience was not only fun but also extremely eye-opening and informative. I made so many life long connections and learned more about myself and the world. I think everyone deserves the chance to experience something like this. The most memorable experience in this program was our trip to Tibidabo. It was the end of the first week and I had a blast exploring the park with my new friends. The church there was also beautiful.

Broaden your worldview

September 17, 2024by: Tamim R.

Program: CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Spanish Language in Barcelona

8

This is a very once in a lifetime experience and if you have the opportunity to get a scholarship and go to a different country for a month or more, you will have such a better prospective on the world and grow in so many ways

Program Details

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Locations

  • Barcelona, Spain

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Experiential Learning
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
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Advance your Spanish skills and live like a Barcelones! Experience four weeks of Spanish language immersion in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, Spain, while exposed to the regional Catalan language. (And don’t worry—98% of barceloneses speak Spanish even if their primary language is Catalan!). Outside of language class, delve into conversations with locals while exploring colorful neighborhoods, strolling through bustling markets, and tasting delicious tapas. Mingle with Catalan teens and visit iconic cultural sites, such as the Gothic Quarter, the Picasso Museum, and the many marvels of world-renowned Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. At your homestay, savor the richness of Catalan life preparing traditional meals with your host family. During weekends, embark on exciting excursions ...

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