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IES Abroad Madrid Summer - Language & Cultural Studies
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The seat of Spain's government, Madrid is also a cultural center and home to many famous museums. Participants visit the Prado and the Reina Sofia, where Picasso's Guernica resides. IES' summer program in Madrid is open to all majors and offers courses across these disciplines: Art History, History, Literature, Spanish, and Women’s Studies. Students must have at least two semesters of college-lev...
The seat of Spain's government, Madrid is also a cultural center and home to many famous museums. Participants visit the Prado and the Reina Sofia, where Picasso's Guernica resides. IES' summer program in Madrid is open to all majors and offers courses across these disciplines: Art History, History, Literature, Spanish, and Women’s Studies. Students must have at least two semesters of college-level Spanish before being admitted to the program and are required to take a Spanish language course depending on their proficiency level. Starting at the IES Abroad Center in the heart of the Universidad Complutense's main campus, this program helps students gain a meaningful cultural experience and a deeper knowledge of what it means to be a citizen of the world.
Program Highlights
Enroll in a second area studies course, instead of the required Spanish language course, if you have a highly advanced proficiency.
Compliment what you have learned in the classroom with IES-organized field study trips.
Choose from three housing options: residence hall, homestay, and shared apartment – all helping improve your conversational Spanish skills.
Access wireless internet and printers, an outdoor swimming pool, and a small gym (among other amenities) at the IES Abroad Madrid Center.
Enjoy cultural excursions—past destinations have included trips to Rascafría and Valencia.
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- Madrid, Spain
- Summer
- Art History
- Environmental Studies
- Film See more
- All Nationalities
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The Biggest Risk I've Taken That Was Totally Worth It.
September 19, 2013by: Caroline JamesProgram: IES Abroad Madrid Summer - Language & Cultural Studies
My experience in Madrid has been absolutely amazing and I'm so glad I pushed myself to study abroad. Not only I'm learning Spain with great new friends and more confidence as a Spanish speaker, but also with a greater sense of self and experience that will positively impact me for the rest of my life. I think everyone should study abroad if they are able and cultural immersion with a homestay is definitely the way to go.
Madrid Summer
September 19, 2013by: Sarah DreszerProgram: IES Abroad Madrid Summer - Language & Cultural Studies
If you take every opportunity to immerse yourself in Spanish culture, you will get so much out of this trip and have an incredible summer!
The Most Amazing Experience
September 19, 2013by: Morgan SchafferProgram: IES Abroad Madrid Summer - Language & Cultural Studies
This was by far was the most amazing experience of my life. I have learned so much not only about the Spanish culture but also about myself. IES Abroad did an excellent job of integrating students into the culture.
Program Details
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Locations
- Madrid, Spain
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Art History
- Environmental Studies
- Film
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- Summer
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Medical / Accident Insurance
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Spanish
Language Skills Required
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Katherine Bollag
Participated in 2014
Katherine Bollag grew up in the South in Augusta, Georgia, but journeyed up northward to New Haven, Connecticut, to spend her college years at Yale Un...
Katherine Bollag
Participated in 2014
Before I even matriculated into my university, I knew that I wanted to study abroad at some point during my college career. For me, it was a chance to experience a different kind of schooling and to explore a new place. I learned a lot from classes, but I feel like I gained even more from being able to interact with natives and visit various places around Madrid and around Spain. I choose to study abroad in Spain so that I could have a chance to use the Spanish that I’ve been learning over the years.
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The seat of Spain's government, Madrid is also a cultural center and home to many famous museums. Participants visit the Prado and the Reina Sofia, where Picasso's Guernica resides. IES' summer program in Madrid is open to all majors and offers courses across these disciplines: Art History, History, Literature, Spanish, and Women’s Studies. Students must have at least two semesters of college-level Spanish before being admitted to the program and are required to take a Spanish language course depending on their proficiency level. Starting at the IES Abroad Center in the heart of the Universidad Complutense's main campus, this program helps students gain a meaningful cultural experience and a deeper knowledge of what it means to be a citizen of the world.
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The seat of Spain's government, Madrid is also a cultural center and home to many famous museums. Participants visit the Prado and the Reina Sofia, where Picasso's Guernica resides. IES' summer program in Madrid is open to all majors and offers courses across these disciplines: Art History, History, Literature, Spanish, and Women’s Studies. Students must have at least two semesters of college-level Spanish before being admitted to the program and are required to take a Spanish language course depending on their proficiency level. Starting at the IES Abroad Center in the heart of the Universidad Complutense's main campus, this program helps students gain a meaningful cultural experience and a deeper knowledge of what it means to be a citizen of the world.
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