IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Students who wish to participate in CIEE's batch visa process must submit their program application by August 1, 2026. Students who meet the August 1st deadline and are accepted will receive detailed instructions from Purdue and CIEE on applying for their Spanish student visa through the batch visa process. This process allows CIEE to collect and submit students' visa application materials on their behalf.
- Students who miss the August 1, 2026 deadline may still apply, provided they submit their application by a secondary September 1, 2026 deadline. However, these students may be required to obtain their visa through the independent visa process, which requires scheduling and attending a visa appointment with the appropriate Spanish consulate on their own.
- Students applying for semester programs in Spain must have a valid, usable passport at the time of application. Passports must be valid for 1 year after the program end date.
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Designed for students with a background in architecture, design, and sustainability, the Global Architecture + Design program invites students to experience Barcelona's countless cultural wonders while earning college credits.
When class is in session at CIEE Barcelona's partner school IaaC (Institute of Advanced Architecture of Catalonia), students will focus on creating model cities that address climate change by reducing the environmental footprint of buildings. Experts from Barcelona's architecture and design community will deliver all seminars, hands-on workshops, and courses in English and provide students with access to today's cutting-edge technology.
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
This program is sponsored by:
CIEE.
Students applying for semester programs in Spain must have a valid, usable passport at the time of application. Passport must be valid for 1 year 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.
Additional requirements: Students must be pursuing a major or minor in architecture, environmental design, industrial design, interior design, landscape architecture, sustainability studies, or urban design with 2-3 semesters of design studio or project-based courses in their major.
GPA Requirement:
2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Liberal Arts] [
Daniels School of Business]
What does this mean? Click here to learn more.
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.
Students take three required courses plus a CIEE elective:
- Future Cities Design Studio
- Future Cities Seminar
- Science, Engineering, and Technology Workshop
- CIEE elective
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 and must take their coursework directly through CIEE and/or the local partner universities they partner with (where applicable).
Students have the option to choose from a homestay, an apartment, or residence hall.
More information can be found on the CIEE website.
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.
Some options may carry additional fees, see CIEE website for full details.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Spring 2027
|
Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue
and Co-sponsor
|
| Program Fee |
$15,756.00
|
| Study Abroad Fee |
$914.10 |
| Housing |
$6,500.00 |
| Insurance |
$194.00 |
|
Approximate additional costs per semester
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,250.00 |
| Local Transportation |
$82.00 |
| Visa |
$160.00 |
| Books and Supplies |
$90.00 |
| Meals |
$1,530.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$1,002.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
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.
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, 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 |
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.
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.
