Direct Credit available from the following: [College of Liberal Arts]

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.

• Language of Instruction: English and Spanish
  
• Semester Course Load: 15 Purdue credit hours minimum
• 3 credit Spanish language course
• 12 credits of English-taught courses
  

Participants in the English Track program enroll primarily in Reunidas courses, all located on the UCM Moncloa Campus. Reunidas courses are taken with other American students and taught by local faculty. Students also have the option of taking a combination of Reunidas and Complutense courses with other UCM students and taught by UCM faculty. Complutense courses are primarily Liberal Arts content courses taught in Spanish.

Students on the WIP English Track program will take one Spanish language class (beginner or intermediate level) offered through Reunidas. For students who test out of the Reunidas language course, a language class through Complutense is available.

Madrid WIP English Program course offerings can be found here. However, these courses may not be available each term.

Click here for possible Reunidas courses. Click here for information on Complutense degree programs.

Housing is arranged by WIP staff prior to students' arrival in Madrid. Students can typically choose between a residence hall, shared apartment, or home stay option. The home stay option is allowed for students with some Spanish proficiency and is a great opportunity for Spanish language and culture immersion. Shared apartments provide a more independent living experience. Coordinators at the WIP program don't recommend students to find their own apartments.

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.

Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are for: Fall 2024

Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should

• direct financial aid inquiries to the Division of Financial Aid on the West Lafayette campus; 
• consult website Study Abroad Financial Aid Process;
• complete and submit the FAFSA by the appropriate deadline.

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, 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.

The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.

• Program Website
• Search Google(tm)*
• Department of State Consular Information
  (You must find Spain in list)
• CDC Travel Information (You must find Spain in list)

For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383 or email studyabroad@purdue.edu.