Program Overview
Program Overview
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Program Name
Hispanic Studies
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Location
Madrid
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Host University
Universidad Antonio de Nebrija
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Term
Spring 2A 2020
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Program Dates
Jan 04, 2020 - May 21, 2020
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Program Length
Semester
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Application Deadline
Oct 10, 2019
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Credit
270 - 315 Contact Hours
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Eligibility
2.50 Minimum GPA*
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Cost
$15,650
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Program Description
Designed to hone your knowledge of Spanish language and culture, this program offers courses to international students in all levels of Spanish, from beginning to superior. Courses are taught in Spanish, covering topics such as language, culture, art, literature, and current events. All courses are taught by faculty from the host university and are held with international students.
The Fall 2A, Spring 2A, and Academic Year 2A sessions of this program offer the option to begin with an intensive Spanish language course before the start of the semester.
Fall 2B, Spring 2B, and Academic Year 2B students will not take this intensive course and will begin their program with regular semester classes at the university.
Spanish student visa is required for programs over 90 days and obtaining one may require out of state travel. Please contact your Program Manager for more information pertaining to the process of acquiring a Spanish student visa.
*Eligibility
MINIMUM GPA
Students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.50.
MINIMUM ADMISSIONS PREREQUISITES
There is no language prerequisite for this program.
What's Included

Comprehensive Advising and Support

24-Hour Emergency

Comprehensive Health, Safety, and Security Support

Airport Reception

Visa Support

Tuition at the Host University

Housing

Meals and Laundry Service

Bridging Cultures Program

Full-Time Resident Staff

On-Site ISA Offices

Internet Access

ISA Discovery Model

Excursions

Cultural Activities

Insurance

Official Transcript from the Host University

Professional Development Toolbox

Scholarship Opportunities
Academics
Credits
Contact Hours
270 - 315
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
18 - 21
Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
27 - 31
Academic Information
Required Intensive Spanish Language Courses
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You will take two 6 ECTS-credit (45-hour) Intensive Spanish Language classes prior to the start of the semester, for a total of 12 ECTS credits (90 contact hours).
Course Selection
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You will choose 4-5 classes. You may only take classes taught in Spanish within your specific language level.
BEGINNING LEVEL STUDENTS: All beginning level students will take five required courses:
- Spanish Language CH1001
- Spanish Language CH1021 & CH2001
- Specific Grammar Problems CH1011
- Spain and Spaniards CH1041
HIGH BEGINNING LEVEL STUDENTS: All high beginning level students will take four required courses:
- Spanish Language - High Beginning CH2010
- High Beginning Spanish Language CH2021
- Conversation and Composition CH2051
- Language and Conversation CH1051
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL STUDENTS: There are no required courses, however, students are recommended to take Spanish Language CH2061 and Specific Grammar Problems CH2011 together.
Estimated Language Level
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Please use the following only as a guideline to determine what your language level may be. Your language level will ultimately be determined by a placement exam that you take on site. Each semester/quarter is of COLLEGE-LEVEL Spanish or the equivalent:
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Beginning = 0-1 semesters/0-2 quarters
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High Beginning = 1-2 semesters/2-3 quarters
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Intermediate = 2-3 semesters/3-5 quarters
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High Intermediate = 3-4 semesters/5-6 quarters
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Advanced = 4-5 semesters/6-8 quarters
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High Advanced = 5-6 semesters/7-9 quarters
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Superior = 6+ semesters/9+ quarters
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ECTS Credits on Transcript
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The transcript from the Universidad Antonio de Nebrija will reflect the ECTS credit values indicated below. The contact hours for each course will not be reflected on the transcript but are listed in order to help determine transfer credit. Please be in touch with your U.S. university regarding transfer credit for this program.
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Support & Funding
Funding Your ISA Program
As an ISA participant, you have the opportunity to apply for scholarships and grants that can be applied directly to assist with your study abroad programs. ISA offers over $1,000,000 in scholarships and grants each year. To see what opportunities are available, please visit the Scholarships and Grants page.
View all Funding OptionsHousing
Living in ISA housing will give you the opportunity to experience aspects of the Spanish lifestyle that are inaccessible to the average visitor. Uncovering the uniqueness of your neighborhood and the surrounding areas will help you to feel right at home. No matter which type of housing you choose, you will commute to class as most Madrileños do, via metro. Travel times to the various university buildings generally range between 30 and 60 minutes depending on housing and class locations. With an open and adaptable mind, the experience of living in another culture can be highly rewarding.
We strive to match your housing preferences with our available accommodations, however, housing preference requests cannot be guaranteed.

Homestay
Homestays are best if you are seeking full linguistic and cultural immersion during your time abroad. Each host family has been carefully selected by ISA's resident staff in order to best accommodate your needs and to ensure a comfortable living situation. Homestays will provide three meals a day (except on ISA excursion days when you will receive a picnic lunch for the first day) and laundry service, including a change of sheets and towel, once a week. You will typically share a room with another ISA student of the same gender. Single rooms may be available for an additional fee.

Student Residence
The student residence (residencia in Spanish) is best if you would like to be independent while living in a more student-centered environment. These single-student residencia rooms include their own bathroom and have limited availability. They are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. The residencia houses international and local students and has shared kitchens and lounges. Meals and laundry service are not included, but students have access to kitchens, and washer/dryer facilities are available for an additional cost. Students may also contract a meal plan at the residencia kitchen for an additional cost upon arrival in Madrid.* You will pay a $500 refundable security deposit if living in this ISA housing option. ISA may retain some, or all, of this deposit in the event of damage to property, or if utility usage exceeds the allotted monthly amount.
*The meal plan is not offered July and August.

Apartment
Apartments are a great housing option if you are seeking a greater degree of independence during your time abroad. Apartments are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and availability is limited. Rent and utilities are included in the program price, and each apartment is fully furnished. The apartments are located throughout the city of Madrid, rather than all in one building. All apartments are either within walking distance or conveniently located near public transit routes relative to the university. Apartments typically house three to four ISA students, with single or double bedrooms and shared common spaces. Meals and laundry service are not included. You will pay a $500 refundable security deposit if living in this ISA housing option. ISA may retain some, or all, of this deposit in the event of damage to property, or if utility usage exceeds the allotted monthly amount.

Independent Housing
You may elect to secure housing independently. If you select this option, you will receive a discount equal to the housing portion of the program price.
Excursions
THERE’S MORE TO DISCOVER WITH ISA

El Escorial, Ávila & Salamanca
You will explore El Escorial, the 16th-century monastery that includes an ornamented church, an expansive library, and a royal mausoleum. In Salamanca, you will walk the quaint cobblestone streets to learn the history of this world-renowned university town. On the way back to Madrid, you will explore the beauty of Ávila, the “City of Stones and Saints”, and its many Romanesque and Gothic churches.

Granada
Granada is a picturesque and mountainous university town. It has always been a multicultural city and was the last Moorish stronghold during the Catholic reconquest of Spain. You will explore Granada’s multicultural past through visits to historic neighborhoods like the Albaicín and Realejo. During an unforgettable evening flamenco show, you will have the chance to soak up Spanish music and culture. You will also visit important cultural sites including the Alhambra fortress, Spain’s most popular tourist attraction.

Morocco * Optional
This multi-day, optional excursion takes you across Morocco, one of the most colorful and diverse countries in the world. It encompasses direct cultural encounters with locals, guided tours through the medina, and opportunities to learn the ins and outs of haggling with Moroccan vendors. You will have unforgettable experiences in the Sahara desert riding camels and waking up to see the spectacular views of the sunrise.

Toledo
Your visit to Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will begin with a panoramic bus tour of Toledo's unique hilltop then will continue on to the monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, Santa María la Blanca synagogue, Santo Tomé Church, and the Cathedral of Santa Maria.

Cultural Activities in Madrid
The ISA on-site team encourages you to explore the city and culture of Madrid. The team facilitates this by offering a robust calendar of events that showcases what makes Madrid special.
These activities vary each term, and previous offerings have included cooking classes, museum visits (Reina Sofia and el Prado), tours of the Royal Palace and activities in Retiro Park.