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CIEE Language and Culture in Barcelona, Spain

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Your Language + Culture program in Barcelona lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, one required language course, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourse...

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Program Highlights

Discover the Gràcia neighborhood, famous for its bohemian and artistic style and streets filled with color and culture.

Participate in day trips to Montserrat, a Benedictine monastery retreat high atop one of the most spectacular mountain ranges in Catalunya.

Visit the oldest preserved garden, reflecting both Neoclassical and Romantic styles – and try your luck in the park’s labyrinth maze!

Hike the Carretera de les Aigües for amazing views over the city.

Choose a for-credit CIEE internship to gain practical, real-world work experience at NGOs, schools, publishing companies, marketing agencies, businesses, and more.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Barcelona, Spain
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year
Age Requirement: Varies
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
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Last Updated: Apr 14, 2026

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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.13

Total Reviews

8

Traveling to Barcelona!

December 13, 2024by: Brianna Spruill - United States

Program: CIEE Language and Culture in Barcelona, Spain

9

I studied abroad in Barcelona, Spain during the summer of 2023. I had such an amazing time exploring the culture, food, and language! I would highly recommend this program and study abroad in general to anyone considering it. It is worth it and I will never forget the experiences I had being immersed in another environment and culture.

MonserratPublic transportation, getting around like a local.

Encouraged to Explore

September 20, 2024by: Joshua U.

Program: CIEE Language and Culture in Barcelona, Spain

10

The actual CIEE campus is located in a beautiful and very central area, which enables and encourages students to explore this area as much as they can. Additionally, the course offerings are very exciting and have a lot of relevance to Barcelona and the country of Spain as a whole.

An incredible semester

September 27, 2022by: Sydni Berkenfeld - United States

Program: CIEE Language and Culture in Barcelona, Spain

10

My experience in Barcelona through CIEE was incredible! I had the opportunity to immerse myself in a new culture, meet amazing friends, and go on numerous adventures. I lived in an apartment of 6 people and we all loved the experience. The guidance and information provided to us allowed us to quickly adapt to the new city. The CIEE programming was organized and the staff was very friendly. The courses were all exciting and allowed me to learn a lot, while still leaving time to explore the amazing city. I was able to travel to several new locations and CIEE offered programming events that made it easy to meet people. I appreciated how I could quickly reach CIEE staff for any questions and concerns. I made so many amazing memories and would definitely recommend the experience. I loved the independence of being in an incredible, new city, while also feeling very supported and comfortable.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Barcelona, Spain

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Accounting
  • Agriculture
  • Anthropology

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Travel Insurance
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English
  • Spanish

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
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Your Language + Culture program in Barcelona lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, one required language course, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Spanish culture. Live and learn in Barcelona! Barcelona is Spain’s cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its rich history, diverse artistic heritage, and dynamic cultural scene. From the medieval streets of the Gothic Quarter to the surrealist works of Dalí and Miró, the city offers endless inspiration for students studying literature, history, philosophy, the arts, and more. Whether you're exp...

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