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AIFS Abroad
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Traveling and seeing the world doesn’t necessarily mean taking a break from your studies. Study abroad with AIFS and broaden your academic knowle...
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Choose from courses in anthropology, business, and politics at NYU Madrid. You’ll have the chance to improve your Spanish language skills with intensive language courses as well as internships, class-related excursions, and regional trips. Located in the heart of the city, NYU’s newly renovated ac
See All 2 ProgramsCIEE College Study Abroad
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Madrid's energetic, artistic, and multicultural city is perfect for advancing your academics! Customize your study abroad term during our Open Campus Block program. Spend one, two, or three consecutive six-week blocks taking interactive, seminar-style courses across various subject areas. When cl
See All 14 ProgramsAdelante Abroad
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Launch your global career in 2026 with an internship in Spain or Latin America through Adelante Abroad. Gain real international work experience, strengthen your resume, improve your Spanish skills, and build a global network while living abroad. We offer customized internships abroad in 30+ profess
University Studies Abroad Consortium
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The Madrid program is ideal for students who wish to immerse themselves in Spanish and European Studies in one of the world's great capitals. Madrid is a fascinating city and has a vibrant culture that provides the perfect setting for language or art history studies. Explore the Spanish language and
WorldStrides
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Explore Madrid, Spain’s vibrant capital where historic traditions, modern energy, and global perspectives come together. Study at Universidad Antonio de Nebrija or Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, with course options in Spanish language, liberal arts, business, communication, and Hispanic studies f
Expanish
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Spend your summer studying abroad in Madrid, Spain’s vibrant capital city. The Expanish Summer Program in Madrid allows students to earn academic credit while exploring Spanish culture, history, and society in an immersive environment. Courses combine classroom learning with cultural exploration th
See All 4 ProgramsSIT Study Abroad
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Examine the shifting landscape of European politics by studying in London, Madrid, and Vienna. Explore how history, identity, immigration, populism, and governance shape the region today. Meet policymakers, academics, NGOs, and grassroots movements to see how nations respond to challenges of integra
IES Abroad
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Why study abroad in one great European city during the summer when you can explore the cultural heritage of Paris, Rome, and Madrid? This six-and-a-half-week program offers a unique opportunity to examine how art and architecture have affected urban development, life, and culture in three fascinatin
See All 6 ProgramsIED - Istituto Europeo di Design
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This program prepares students for management roles in the fashion industry by blending creative thinking with business expertise. Structured over three years, the first year covers design management, while the second and third focus on production, sales, fashion communication, and market strategies
See All 5 ProgramsEuroace
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Looking to boost your career while improving your Spanish? Why not combine both in an unforgettable and unique study abroad experience? At EUROACE, we partner with top companies across various industries in Valencia, Madrid and Barcelona, offering internship placements that enhance your academic s
CEA
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Welcome to the capital of Spain! Home to 4 million, Madrid is the primary center for politics, business, and culture. Spend a semester with easy access to Barcelona, Portugal, France, and many other iconic destinations. Home to the Prado Museum, Madrid offers you the chance to experience the works o
Instituto Hemingway
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Our program combines challenging academic study (beginners, intermediate, and advanced levels) with practical opportunities for students to practice what they have learned. This has been designed to provide a rich academic and cultural experience as well as foster lasting relationships between our s
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Saint Louis University’s Madrid Campus offers you an ideal multicultural environment where you can discover the world and prepare for your globalized future. An innovator in international education, SLU-Madrid is home to students from the United States, Spain, and more than 50 other countries. Saint
Academic Programs International
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Sunny Madrid! Spain's most populous and capital city is arguably also the most well-known. It has a population of 6.7 million and is the second-largest city in the European Union. It is the country's political, economic, and cultural epicenter, located in the central region, right off the River Manz
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Eager to learn Spanish? Travel to Spain where you’ll study with INESLE Madrid, an educational center for Spanish language and cultural studies. We have years of experience in organizing immersion programs for 13 to 18-year-old students from all over the world. Experiencing the culture of Spain is a
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The Middlebury School in Spain helps participants refine their language skills through intensive study and meaningful cultural immersion. Through coursework, extracurricular activities, internships, volunteer work, and daily interactions with local communities, students are encouraged to fully embra
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Your First Year Abroad program in Madrid lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curri
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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
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Learn Spanish in the capital Madrid, enjoy your Spanish learning vacation in this city of museums and art galleries. In the center of Spain, surrounded by the arid 'mesta', Madrid exudes all the bravado of a capital city. Everything you might want to see is close by, via a leisurely walk or quick
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Gain a global perspective on healthcare with Intern Abroad HQ, the world’s most affordable and top-rated provider of medical internships. Designed for pre-health and med students alike, our programs offer real-world experience to help you build a strong, competitive foundation for your future career
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On this semester abroad, you study as you travel! Along the way, you will enjoy delicious cuisine and uncover the inner layers of many cultures. Our journey takes us through Western Europe, with each destination acting as the perfect academic backdrop to explore the reasons we act, govern, and live
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The Spanish for Foreigners Summer Program at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) places you right in one of Europe's most vibrant capitals where learning Spanish goes beyond the textbook. This program, held each summer in Spain, is built for international students who want real progress in a real c
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Take courses through direct enrollment at one of the 100 best universities in the world, Complutense University of Madrid! This low-cost, non-profit study abroad program allows you to experience student life in the central capital of Spain. Attend classes with Spanish and international students and
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Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Spain through this dynamic study abroad program based in Madrid. The program blends academic rigor with unforgettable cultural experiences. Explore Madrid’s world-renowned museums, historic neighborhoods, and iconic landmarks as you deepen your understanding
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SpaCIE's Summer School, "A Multidisciplinary Approach to Climate Change," is a unique opportunity to broaden your knowledge by attending classes with world-class university professors and expand your horizons in one of the most beautiful and lively cities in the world. Don’t miss the chance to embar
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The goal of UAM’s Summer School of Economics and Business (SSEB) is to offer high-quality courses taught in English by professors of the Faculty of Economics and Business Studies as well as to bring together students from all over the world and Spanish students in a truly international environment.
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Our International Foundation Program is specifically designed for international students who have obtained high school diplomas from all over the world. The aim is to help them obtain wider academic preparation and the Spanish cultural perspective needed to undertake a Bachelor’s degree program at U
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Get your Master's in Spain with RVF International and experience the semester of a lifetime! Based in Madrid, this immersive program offers U.S. college students the opportunity to earn academic credit while exploring one of Europe’s most vibrant and historic cities. Choose from a wide range of Engl
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Looking to gain hands-on experience in the legal field—diverse cases, sectors, and lawyers? There's no better destination than the fast-paced and beautiful cities of Madrid and Barcelona! At Lex, pre-law students rotate to a new law firm each day, where they can expect to gain a deeper understand
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An academic experience doesn’t have to be all work and no play. Go on a life-changing educational journey with StudyKai's Study Abroad Program in Spain. Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures of Barcelona and Madrid while earning academic credits through flexible two-, four-, or ten-week programs.
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Madrid Euro Soccer Academy is a flagship initiative of Euro Soccer Trips. We are a pro soccer residential academy focused on 360-degree elite player development through total immersion in Spanish football. Designed for elite 15-23-year-old football players, we bring the very best that Madrid has to
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This course is perfect for long-term students who need to meet visa requirements while quickly developing strong communication, comprehension, writing, and grammatical skills. Whether you’re immersing yourself in Spanish culture or aiming to master the language in a short time, this intensive progra
See All 2 ProgramsThe University of Minnesota
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Live and study in Madrid—Spain's alluring and lively capital city. This program is geared toward students who would like to improve their beginning or intermediate Spanish language skills and take English-taught courses. Areas of study include art history, business, communications and media, cultur
See All 3 ProgramsDuke University
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Duke in Madrid – Elementary track allows you to start learning Spanish while spending a full spring semester in Spain’s capital. Designed for students with no prior Spanish coursework, the program combines SPANISH 101 and 102 into a two-credit Signature Course, helping you build foundational languag
Instituto Franklin - UAH
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Bridge the gap between "classroom Spanish" and professional fluency. Designed for ambitious students in healthcare, law, and business, this certificate program focuses on the sector-specific vocabulary and cultural precision needed for the global workplace. You aren't just learning a language; you a
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The demand for English teachers in Spain is high. Take advantage of this by becoming a certified teacher and getting the chance to work anywhere in this sophisticated country! Use the coupon code GoAbroad15 upon checkout to receive 15% off any course. Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from
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Join World Class Programs for a worldly, safe, and educational experience in Seville, Spain. Our summer study abroad program in Spain is designed for students of all academic backgrounds who are excited about immersing themselves in Spanish culture and lifestyle. Many of our students go to Seville
The National Registration Center for Study Abroad
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Take Spanish courses in Spain. You will be enrolled at a pioneer school in the teaching of foreign languages in Spain. The institution is a family enterprise with a committed staff that includes teachers, management and administration personnel. They have fours schools in Spain with an international
TEFL Heaven
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Set off on a highly rewarding teaching journey in Madrid with TEFL Heaven! We provide a guaranteed job placement with a salary ranging between $1200 and $1600 if working full-time. We provide extensive support before departure and round-the-clock assistance in Madrid during your teaching placement
How to Study Abroad in Madrid
Program Options
An academically-sound choice for a year or semester abroad, Madrid has a plethora of the highest-regarded universities in Spain to choose from. Compared with other European cities, Madrid attracts some of the largest numbers of Erasmus students, making it a diverse, welcoming city for students from every country around the world. All things considered, Madrid is one of the best European destinations for study abroad.
If languages aren’t your strong suit, the bonus of study abroad in Madrid is that you don’t actually have to learn Spanish (although, of course, we strongly encourage you to!). Yup, you heard us: a whole host of courses are taught in English. With its status as a city of remarkable artistic heritage, students of art, art history, or fine arts can take advantage of the world-class museums on their new doorstep while studying in Madrid. Business or international business students will also reap the rewards of studying in Spain’s political and economic capital; an informative and advantageous insight into European business is a guaranteed result of studying abroad in Madrid.
Most international students do opt to mix courses for university credit with classes in the world’s second most spoken language, Spanish. Fast-track study abroad programs in Madrid can bring you rapidly up to speed, leaving no real excuse not to be able to ask for una cerveza por favor, or even have a crack at reading Don Quixote, if you’ve a few months to spare.
International students might be surprised by the informality of university study in Madrid; lecturers and students alike call each other tio (the Spanish equivalent of “mate”), while deadlines for submissions are often fairly lax. If this new take on university life sounds appealing, courses are available for a semester, a whole academic year, or even the summer term, with semesters running from October through to December and picking up again in January until June. Bear in mind that the sweltering heat of the Spanish summer turns Madrid from sultry to sweaty; weather is finest in the spring and fall, when temperatures hover between a balmy 68 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit, making these the best seasons to study in Madrid.
Student Life
Madrid is often pitted against Barcelona, the second largest in Spain. But, as the country’s buzzing heart, it deserves its title as the jewel in Spain’s crown. With fewer tourists than its southern rival, it’s a more authentic Spanish city; combining a mix of traditional and cosmopolitan charm, international students will find their cultural appetites fully satisfied while studying in Madrid.
To acquire a real sense of life in Madrid, follow the winding streets of el centro to arrive at its highlights. Here, 73 museums (including the famous Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, El Prado, and Reina Sofia) open their doors to visitors with a thirst for history and a love of international masterpieces such as Picasso’s Guernica.
Professed by the locals to be brimming with mucha marcha (or “lively spirit”), Madrid’s also never short of a parade or fiesta: events such as Madrid Orgullo (Madrid Pride) and the yearly carnaval keep the streets a constant hive of activity. But never fear, boasting eight percent green space (and ranking as one of the greenest cities in the world), there are always plenty of locations to go and recharge your battery. Lounging (er, studying) on verdant lawns in El Parque de Buen Retiro Park is one of the finest ways to spend a lazy spring afternoon.
Spanish culture is centered on food, and Madrid is no different. With a bar for every 192 residents, its cobbled streets are more stuffed with delicious delights than the chocolate-filled churros you’ll inevitably devour within minutes of arrival. A guaranteed tastebud overload, local dishes are available from every poky little bar or street terraza: learn to love al fresco dining with a glass of rioja and a steaming bowl of cocido Madrileño (starring vegetables, chickpeas, chorizo sausage and pork). ¡Que rico!
After-dinner options abound, due in large to Madrid’s spirited student population. Distinct areas of the city have developed to cater toward different music tastes; Lavapiés is perfect for the tighter budget, while Chueca has a thriving gay scene. Whatever your interests, this international city is brimming with an outstanding blend of culture and vibrant, modern city life.
Despite its multicultural nature, international students who choose to study in Madrid are still greeted by Spain’s cultural quirks, the most evident being that everyone’s so laid back they’re almost horizontal (and completely so during the essential afternoon siesta). With a very loose sense of time and a love of paseando (strolling rather than hurrying), appreciating life at its slowest and most relaxed is the first lesson students will learn while studying in Madrid. Renegotiating your sleeping pattern is also essential; late, late nights and early morning lectures are best countered by introducing the aforementioned (and much-needed) siesta into your daily routine, helping to ensure you remain functional.
Accommodation & Visas
Studying abroad in Madrid, despite it being Europe’s third-largest city, doesn’t mean students have to be overwhelmed by the size of their new home. Improvements to the metro and transport systems ensure that wherever students are located, they’re only ever a short train ride away from Madrid’s central quarter.
Accommodation options are numerous, including homestays, shared apartments, and student dormitories. While homestays offer an incomparably immersive experience (and the chance to practice un poco de Español), an apartment or dormitory, normally alongside other international students, offers more independence and an immediate social network. When it comes to exploring your new city, a ready-made group of friends is something to say hola to. If learning the local language is on your “to-do list”, opt for local roommates to pick up local lingo and learn quirky customs.
U.S. citizens participating in study abroad programs in Madrid that are longer than 90 days will be required to apply for a student visa, and it’s recommended to do so well in advance of the first day of school. Students from EU member states must apply for a residency permit within three months of arrival.
Looking for some additional information on the subject? GoAbroad’s Spanish Embassy Directory can help you find out all the information you need to get cracking with the visa process.
Benefits & Challenges
Madrid is an exciting, pulsating city, where slow, siesta-filled afternoons contrast with the energy of long, late nights. The relaxed way of life here oozes gently into the classroom too, so studying at a Spanish university will definitely be a unique cultural experience. Adapting to this pace of life will take some time, but guarantees you’ll leave with top marks in “people-watching from street cafes” and “siestas for dummies”
Study abroad in Madrid offers a winning combination of earning university credit while learning the globe’s second most spoken language. By immersing in Madrileño culture, international students soon find that Spanish comes a lot quicker than when tied to the grammar books back at home. Learning los numeros while dancing, whether your step is flamenco or salsa, definitely beats any language lesson you’ve ever had before. Uno, dos, tres, ¡baila!
Study abroad programs in Madrid are the perfect recipe for international learning: well-regarded university courses mixed with ample extra-curricular activities, liberally sprinkled with a language learning opportunities, and topped off with a dash of mellow, laid-back Spanish charm. ¿Listo? ¡Vamos!
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