Medicine Study Abroad Programs in Spain

Study abroad in the historic city of Santiago de Compostela. Set in the verdant northwest corner of Spain’s Galicia region, this small city is the final destination of the famous Camino de Santiago, or Way of St. James. The city is a World Heritage site and has attracted pilgrims walking the Camino for over a thousand years. The most prominent feature is the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, the final resting place of St. James the apostle. Here you will study at the prestigious University of Santiago de Compostela, which was established in the 1500s. It is historically one of the top 3 universities in Spain. The university is a central part of the city and adds a wonderful youthful vibe. Enjoy exploring the old city center with its winding cobblestone streets and hidden plazas. For the semester, there is no student visa required and you will take Spanish classes and electives. All students have the option to participate in an internship course. During the summer, join the Medical Spanish and Healthcare program. The university is renowned for its top-rated medical school. The experience of a lifetime awaits you in Santiago de Compostela!

Study abroad in Salamanca! Sign up for any of our programs - Spanish Language & Culture, Business & Spanish Language, Liberal Arts & Spanish Language, etc. - no matter your Spanish proficiency level. You will study at the Universidad de Salamanca, Spain’s oldest and most prestigious university. Throughout the program, you will become part of a large community comprising around 6,500 foreign students who take language and culture classes or regular classes with local students. You will have access to our office, which is within a five-minute walk from the university. Visit us if you wish to use the internet, learn about activities and excursions, receive mentoring, or simply hang out. Of course, don’t miss out on guided and solo trips around the city. Check out sandstone-colored buildings, earning Salamanca the nickname “La Ciudad Dorada” (The Golden City), as well as other beautiful locations in and around the city.

Your Liberal Arts program in Seville lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds who have Spanish language skills. You will enroll in CIEE courses and host institution courses delivered in Spanish. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Spanish culture. Live and learn in Seville! Seville is Spain’s charming city where Spanish culture and history come alive, creating the perfect environment for language immersion and cultural exploration.

This is a unique, tailor-made learning and living experience integrated with the academic quality of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Our customized programs are for institutions and agencies that want to provide groups of international students with an educational experience at a university of international excellence. Participants study on the main campus just outside the city or at a campus in central Barcelona. Individual programs are tailored by selecting from more than 100 elective subjects in English or Spanish across areas like Business, Communication, Medicine and Nursing, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Spanish and Catalan Language. Guarantee maximum flexibility! Programs are available all year round, with flexible timetables and no minimum duration. Students can add accommodation, meals, transport, cultural visits, and leisure activities.

Make the most of your summer by traveling through Europe and taking classes related to your major! Our Ultimate Summer in Europe program offers courses related to nursing and pre-med in the European Union, along with other options for elective credit. See more than you could imagine in one summer with Forum-Nexus Study Abroad and new friends worldwide! It's free to apply online. Ultimate Summer in Europe: 5 Countries, 8 Cities in 1 Month Program itinerary: Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Milan, Lugano, Verona, Riva del Garda Program dates: June 28 - July 25, 2026 Shorter sessions are also available Visit our website for more details, including how to apply for free.

This program is perfect for students with intermediate-level or higher Spanish skills who seek an authentic and immersive experience. Away from the crowds of American students who opt for more popular destinations, like Barcelona or Madrid, with us, you will find yourself fully immersed in the Spanish language and culture of La Coruña, Spain. At the beginning of the semester, you can optionally take an intensive Spanish language course to help prepare you for the semester abroad. You can take classes in your field of interest at an accredited public Spanish university. Most classes are taught in Spanish alongside Spanish students. While some courses are offered in English, we highly recommend taking on the challenge of studying in Spanish. If you need additional Spanish practice before the semester starts, you may combine our Summer Spanish Immersion program with the semester or year abroad program. You will be issued an official transcript, and we can assist you with obtaining transfer credit at your home institution. Adding a customized internship at a Spanish company alongside your studies is possible.

Have the opportunity to shadow doctors for 20+ hours per week in this program. Learn from and build relationships with physicians in each specialty you rotate in as well as participate in excursions to enhance your intercultural perspectives. Show MD/DO/PA school admissions you can compare and contrast different healthcare systems, and then apply that knowledge toward improving the care of your future patients. With alumni in 40 of the top 50 MD programs, Atlantis prepares you for a future career in healthcare. Atlantis is the largest and most reputable pre-health study abroad organization for US undergraduates. What better way to gain 60+ clinical hours than in the beautiful and warm country of Spain? Not only will you shadow well-esteemed physicians in top European hospitals, but you also have plenty of time to explore the country's rich culture and traditions.

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 Manzanares. Madrid is a European city with the highest number of trees and green surfaces per inhabitant and the second-highest number of aligned trees in the world, with 248,000 units, only exceeded by Tokyo. Its citizens have access to a green area within a 15-minute walk. Since 1997, green areas have increased by 16%. Presently, 8.2% of Madrid's grounds are green areas, meaning there are 16 m2 (172 sq ft) of green area per inhabitant, far exceeding the 10 m2 (108 sq ft) per inhabitant recommended by the World Health Organization. As for culture and the arts, Madrid is considered one of the top European destinations concerning art museums. Best known is the Golden Triangle of Art, located along the Paseo del Prado and comprising three major museums: the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofía Museum, and the Thyssen Bornemisza Museum.

Intern in Spain with Intern Abroad HQ and experience award-winning, accredited programs in Valencia, Madrid, Barcelona, Tenerife or Seville. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, gap year traveler, or career changer, you’ll gain real-world experience in fields like Business, Psychology, Animal Care, Ecological Agriculture, Arts and Culture, Early Childhood Education, and more. Choose your start date and stay from 2 to 24 weeks - fully flexible to fit your schedule. Soak up Spain’s subtropical Mediterranean climate while exploring its world-famous cuisine, beaches, parks, and iconic architecture. Intern Abroad HQ handles everything: a guaranteed internship placement, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, 24/7 in-country support, and a reference letter from your host organization. Intern alongside English-speaking professionals or practice your Spanish as you gain course credit and save thousands on tuition fees. With the most affordable internship programs abroad, Intern Abroad HQ empowers you to boost your resume and launch your global career with confidence.

The Liberal Arts in Advanced Spanish program offers the best combination of cultural preparation, specially designed courses, and guided direct enrollment at a local university. Designed for students who have completed two semesters of advanced college Spanish, it features combined studies at the Spanish Studies Abroad Center with courses at Universidad de Sevilla (USEV). At the Center, immerse yourself in the Spanish language and culture through courses specially designed for non-Spanish students. At the same time, fulfill the requirements needed for Spanish, international studies, business, education, and other majors. In addition to living in a Spanish home, participate in study tours, cultural events, and social activities. Benefit from the expertise of SSA Center staff members who guide you to ensure full immersion into the Sevillano community through volunteer work, local clubs, internships, and other activities.