Spanish Studies Abroad
Why choose Spanish Studies Abroad?
Spanish Studies Abroad (The Center for Cross-Cultural Study) has been providing unique learning experiences since 1969 with its programs in Seville, Spain. Since then, we have expanded our programs to include Alicante and Barcelona in Spain, Cordoba in Argentina, San Juan in Puerto Rico, and Havana in Cuba. Our mission is to promote our students' in-depth understanding of Spanish-speaking countrie...
Spanish Studies Abroad (The Center for Cross-Cultural Study) has been providing unique learning experiences since 1969 with its programs in Seville, Spain. Since then, we have expanded our programs to include Alicante and Barcelona in Spain, Cordoba in Argentina, San Juan in Puerto Rico, and Havana in Cuba. Our mission is to promote our students' in-depth understanding of Spanish-speaking countries through specifically designed and academically rigorous university-level and cultural travel programs. Our students cross cultural boundaries to live as members of another culture and learn about others as they learn about themselves. In line with our mission, we promote equal opportunities within our programs and do not discriminate on the basis of a person's race, religion, ethnicity, age,...
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Alicante, the heart of Spain
February 02, 2020by: Brianna Hunter - United StatesProgram: Alicante, Spain | Liberal Arts in SpanishMy experience in Alicante, Spain was full of cultural immersion with my host family and fun weekends with my friends. When I arrived in Alicante, I was welcomed by the program directors and immediately felt like I was in good hands. I was taken to my host family where I met the most kind woman who cooked the best meals for me. I then attended the University of Alicante where I met Spaniards and made many unforgettable friendships. With a small airport in our town, I was able to travel all over Europe throughout five short months. I recommend Spanish Studies Abroad and Alicante to people with a taste of adventure, solo travelers, group travelers, Spanish fanatics, city-slickers, and people of all different backgrounds.
Thanks for the memories! (and skills... and opportunities... and travels... and mate)
December 02, 2019by: Sydney Jameson - United StatesProgram: Córdoba, Argentina | Summer Study Abroad in SpanishThis is a truly excellent study abroad program, particularly for students interested in an immersive experience. I had struggled to learn Spanish my whole life, even though I started learning in Kindergarten. I just could never get the hang of it. Living in the city of Córdoba, Argentina completely changed this. I saw astronomical improvement in my language skills and my appreciation for Latin American culture. This program gave me the opportunity to live with a wonderful, adoring host mom who was an amazing cook and wonderful, loving face to come home to every day. I got to play field hockey with a club team at the Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, which honed my language AND social as well as my field hockey skills. The hockey season after I got home was my best in four years. I made lifelong friends through this program, both in Argentina and within my group of American students. Even though we’re all from different states, we’re planning reunions as often as we can. I am so grateful to have had this opportunity and to have learned so much. Thank you Spanish Studies Abroad!


Life in Alicante
October 31, 2017by: Madison Rose - United StatesProgram: Alicante, Spain | Liberal Arts in Advanced SpanishI had the most wonderful time in Alicante, Spain. Spanish Studies Abroad were so helpful in answering every single one of my thousand questions. They were caring, helpful, and kind before, during, and after the trip. I never had to worry about anything. The food was fantastic, my host family was wonderful, the excursions were incredible, and my only complaint was the lack of air conditioning. I can't wait to do it all again with the same program this time on the other coast in Seville.
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Megan Brookman
Participated in 2012
Megan Brookman completed her internship in the culture-infused country of Spain as a step towards gaining proficiency in Spanish. While in Seville in ...

Megan Brookman
Participated in 2012
I decided in middle school that I would become fluent in Spanish and go abroad to Spain. Living abroad lets you study the language in a way not possible in America, and I wanted full immersion.

Amanda Albrecht
Participated in 2014
While earning her degree in Secondary Education and Spanish at Saint Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa, Amanda spent the Spring Term studying in A...

Amanda Albrecht
Participated in 2014
When I was in high school I decided that I wanted to experience what the rest of the world has to offer. In order to fulfill this desire, I knew that I would need to study abroad. I loved learning the Spanish language and knew that studying abroad was the way to go.

Tara Sigona
Participated in 2011
Tara Sigona is a physical therapist assistant working in outpatient orthopedics in the Nashville area. She studied abroad after her junior year at St....

Tara Sigona
Participated in 2011
I always planned to travel to Europe, not caring whether I studied abroad then or vacationed there sometime in the future. As I came to find out, studying abroad is much different than vacationing. Living with a host family, attending a Spanish university, and experiencing daily life as the Spanish do is unlike the tourist experience, where you are on the outside looking in.
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