Spanish Gap Year Program: Gap Semester in Spain
Program Overview
This all-in-one semester begins with one month traveling Spain by train, followed by two months in Barcelona where you choose your pathway. You’ll build soft skills (communication, confidence, problem-solving), hard skills (Spanish, digital tools, cooking), professional skills through internships or entrepreneurship, and leadership abilities focused on creating positive impact.
Choose one of thre...
This all-in-one semester begins with one month traveling Spain by train, followed by two months in Barcelona where you choose your pathway. You’ll build soft skills (communication, confidence, problem-solving), hard skills (Spanish, digital tools, cooking), professional skills through internships or entrepreneurship, and leadership abilities focused on creating positive impact.
Choose one of three pathways:
- The Internship Pathway offers full-time hands-on experience, real projects, and strong hours for future credit or professional goals.
- The Entrepreneurship Pathway combines a part-time internship with entrepreneurship labs, mentorship, and Spanish classes, ending in a Shark Tank–style pitch.
- The Personalized Pathway lets you blend part-time internship, volunteering, and classes, o...
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What's Included
Quick Details
- 5-8 Weeks
- Backpacking
- Climbing
- Cooking
- Cycling
- Dancing
Updated Jul 13, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- France
- Portugal
- Barcelona, Spain
- Cadiz, Spain
Fields & Subjects
- Spanish
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Spring
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
Age Requirement
18-25
Duration
- 5-8 Weeks
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
Starts At
- 3 months: Internship Pathway: $18,300
- 3 months: Entrepreneurship Pathway: $20,150
- 3 months: Personalized Pathway: $21,000
Refund Policy
Non-refundable
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Your program leader, Lily, will be with you throughout the entire trip. However, the area guides vary from one region to the next, as our team is formed by local experts from different parts of the country. You will also have support from our program director Arantxa and our learning facilitators Taoufik and Fellipe.
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