CIEE-Madrid: Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
Program Details
| Program Location |
Madrid, Spain
|
| Sponsor |
CIEE |
| Program Type |
Co-sponsored |
| Course # |
SA 31036
|
| Duration |
Semester
|
| Upcoming Program Dates |
| To Be Announced |
| Current Program Dates |
| Spring 2025 |
01/19/25 to
06/04/25 |
| Past Dates |
|
Fall 2024 |
09/01/24 to
12/21/24 |
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
Students applying for semester programs in Spain must have a valid, usable passport at the time of application. Passports must be valid for 6 months after the program end date.
CIEE's Engineering, Technology + Sciences Program at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) is an opportunity to be directly enrolled at an award-winning Spanish university while taking classes in English and/or learning Spanish! While the program is called Engineering, Technology and Sciences, it is not limited to engineering students—students from many academic disciplines can participate, with opportunities to earn credit in areas beyond the College of Engineering. However, all students must take at least one STEM course during the program. You can refer to the "Purdue Credit" section below for a full list of approved academic areas.
Everywhere you turn there is something to see, do, and taste in the bustling multicultural capital city of Madrid. Eat at the world’s oldest restaurant, Sobrino de Botin, enjoy world-famous churros at the Chocolateria San Gines, and sample tapas all over the city. Walk through the meticulously groomed palace gardens, catch a flamenco show, or attend a world-class futbol match. And don’t leave without visiting el Parque del Buen Retiro, el Rastro, and the Golden Triangle of Art museums (the Prado, the Reina Sofia, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza).
Madrid’s influence in politics, education, science, entertainment, media, fashion, and arts makes it an important international metropolis, and a major hub in Southern Europe. Spain’s capital city is also its largest, with a historic center dating back to the Habsburg Empire, and world-renowned art museums. A wide variety of tapas bars, dance shows, concerts, outdoor parks, soccer matches, and contemporary theater and cinema make it a lively place to live and learn.
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
This program is sponsored by:
CIEE.
Eligibility
Students applying for semester programs in Spain must have a valid, usable passport at the time of application. Passports must be valid for 6 months after the program end date.
The program is open to Purdue students in good standing who have completed at least two semesters of university study by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.
GPA Requirement:
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Engineering] [
College of Liberal Arts] [
Daniels School of Business] [
College of Science]
Specifically from:
AAE, BME, CHE, ECE, EEE, ENE, ME, MSE (Engineering); CS, STAT (College of Science); Liberal Arts approval specifically for non-CLA majors needing to take a CLA class.
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Academic Program
Students on this program will take their coursework at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) and must enroll in a minimum of four courses. CIEE also offers some of their own coursework, and while Purdue students can supplement their schedule with a language or culture class at CIEE, you should plan to take the majority of your classes at UC3M.
NOTE: Some classes taught at the CIEE Center, including STEM courses, are not approved. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to ensure you understand how courses you are interested in may come back to Purdue.
All students are required to take at least one course in science, technology, or engineering during the program.
Please note that while CIEE offers the opportunity to take online coursework through ASU Online, Purdue students are not permitted to enroll in these options during the program.
More information on courses can be found on the CIEE website or UC3M website.
Excursions
Your program will include activities and excursions arranged by CIEE. Examples of the types of excursions to expect are below and subject to change.
- Visit world heritage site of El Escorials' Royal Palace, Kings' Pantheon and Monastery built under the reign of Kind Philip II of Spain in the 1500s.
Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the medieval city of Alcalá de Henares or hike the trails in the Guadarrama Mountains on a CIEE-organized day trip.
Soak up Spanish culture with museum visits, dance classes, urban art and graffiti tours, and popular neighborhood visits to Lavapiés, Malasaña or La Latina.
Savor down-time with Spanish students while you play basketball, frisbee, hike, kayak, swim, or catch a theater, dance, or music performance.
Housing
All housing is in Madrid city within a 70-minute commute to the UC3M campus in Getafe and Legané. Students should be aware that commuting is part of daily life for Madrid residents. Your exact commute time will vary depending on housing location and selected courses and their campus location.
CIEE offers several housing options including homestay (2 meals included each weekday), apartment (no included meals) or residence hall (no included meals). Students must stay in CIEE housing during the program.
Some housing options carry additional charges, and students will be able to choose their preferred housing option.
See the CIEE website for more housing details.
Estimated Program Costs
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program. The Program and Housing Fees include: Tuition, on-site orientation, housing, and excursions. Depending on the housing choice, some meals might be included.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Spring 2025
|
Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue
and Co-sponsor
|
| Program Fee |
$15,556.00
|
| Study Abroad Fee |
$914.10 |
| Housing |
$5,700.00 |
| Insurance |
$194.00 |
|
Approximate additional costs per semester
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,500.00 |
| Local Transportation |
$125.00 |
| Visa |
$160.00 |
| Books and Supplies |
$50.00 |
| Meals |
$1,330.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$300.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
Financial Aid
CIEE has scholarships available, more information can be found
HERE.
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
Application Deadlines
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline
|
| Fall Semester Program |
Mar 1 |
| Spring Semester Program |
Sep 1 |
Returnees Information
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383
or email
studyabroad@purdue.edu.
