AIFS Study Abroad in Madrid, Spain Summer

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Locations: Madrid, Spain
Program Terms: Summer
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Program Description:

Overview

Location: Madrid, Spain

Program Length: Summer
Eligibility:

Minimum 2.5 GPA
Good academic and disciplinary standing
At least sophomore standing
Degree-seeking student

Program Description
Named after the 15th-century humanist, Antonio de Nebrija, who published the first Spanish grammar book, Universidad Nebrija is a private university officially accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Education. Its 6,000 students (including over 500 international students) are integrated across three campuses: Dehesa de La Villa, La Berzosa and Madrid-Princesa. The Madrid-Princesa campus is in the center of the capital in a recently restored and renovated historical building which is now the university’s main campus and most courses are taught there.

Integration between international and Spanish students is a normal part of daily life at the university with students sharing the same facilities and services and an active campus life of clubs and activities.

Nebrija prides itself on the high standard of its programs, its individual attention to students and the diversity of nationalities among its student body. As it welcomes students from all over the world seeking to expand their knowledge of Spanish language and culture and to experience contemporary Spain one of its main objectives is for students to become interculturally competent with the real-world skills demanded of today’s professionals.

Coursework

ECTS Universidad Nebrija awards ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits. The number of class hours and ECTS credits will be shown on the transcript to allow each student’s home institution the ultimate decision in the awarding of U.S. credit. Recommended U.S. semester credits next to each course are based on 15 classroom hours per semester credit and are not a conversion of ECTS credits. Students should consult with their university advisors prior to participating in the program to have course credit pre-approved and ensure that they are taking the appropriate amount of credits. For further information on ECTS please click here

Attendance Students exceeding the permitted numbers of unexcused absences may lose all or partial credit.

Computer Access There is free wireless connection on campus for those students who bring their own laptop. Students also have free access to the computers in the university library.

Grades No AIFS participant is permitted to take a course without receiving a grade. Pass/Fail grade options are not available.

Transcripts are issued by the Universidad Nebrija. One official copy will be sent to the student’s home institution on completion of the program.

Housing & Meals

APARTMENT

Apartments are co-ed and generally shared with other AIFS and/or non-AIFS international students. Apartments are fully furnished and located in a central area of Madrid.

Double room
Single rooms may be available for an additional fee. Contact your Admissions Officer for details
Communal kitchen, living areas and bathroom
Meal allowance worth $250 per session to subsidize the cost of purchasing meals and groceries

HOMESTAY

Living with a homestay is the best way to improve your Spanish and immerse yourself in Spanish life and culture and students often find this the most rewarding aspect of their study abroad experience.

Single room
Key to house
Laundry once a week
Daily breakfast and dinner

STUDENT RESIDENCE (SPORTS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ONLY)

Sports Management Program students stay in a university student residence within easy reach of the university.

Single room
Private bathroom
Weekly room cleaning
Laundry service
Breakfast and dinner provided daily in the dining room
Recreational areas and a small gym

Internet access is included in all AIFS housing in Madrid

Finances

Study Abroad in Madrid: Fees

Session/Term Fee
Session 1 (4 weeks) $4,995
Session 2 (4 weeks) $4,995
Sessions 1 + 2 combined (8 weeks) $8,995
Internship Program (8 weeks) $8,995
Sports Management (2 weeks) $4,995

The Program Fees Include:

Tuition—Up to 6 credits for the Hispanic or Spanish Plus Programs; up to 9 credits for the Internship Program; 3 credits for the Sports Management Program
Housing—in a homestay or student apartment. Sports Management Program students stay in a university residence
Meals— Homestay students receive daily breakfast and dinner. Apartment students receive a meal allowance to subsidize the cost of purchasing meals and groceries: Sports Management students receive daily breakfast and dinner in the residence
Cultural and social activities such as a guided city tour, visits to El Prado and the Royal Palace, tapas tour, walking tours and events of cultural interest
Excursions: Guided day trips to Segovia (Sessions 1, 2 and Sports Management), Toledo (Session 1) and El Escorial (Session 2)
Transportation pass for Sports Management Program students
On-Site Resident Director to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
Health and Safety—24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
Student support including the services of a pre-departure Student Advisory Center and an on-site Resident Director
Pre-departure handbook

Optional Components

Optional excursions: London, England (2 nights) (Included for students on the AIFS flight package only)

AIFS Flight Package (see AIFS website)

Scholarships

The UNC Asheville Study Abroad Office awards need-based scholarships on a competitive basis to participants on UNCA exchange programs. Scholarship awards range from $500 to $1,500 and are scaled in proportion to program budget and demonstrated financial need.

The Study Abroad Office advises students to research and pursue a wide range of available funding opportunities. To find scholarships applicable to your program, browse the Cost and Financial Aid page of Study Abroad website.

Withdrawals and Refunds

Contact Information

Bonnie Parker
Director, Study Abroad
028 Ramsey Library, CPO 1560
828.251.6666
bparker@unca.edu

Useful Links

AIFS has useful information on the AIFS Study Abroad Madrid site

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Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.

Programs : Brochure