Academic Year/Semester in Madrid- WIP (English Track)

Program Details

Program Location Madrid, Spain
Sponsor Purdue
Program Type Co-sponsored
Course # SA 30010
Duration Semester or
2 Semesters
Upcoming Program Dates
Spring 2025 01/13/25 to 06/04/25
Page Links
Click here to apply for this program!
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice

Overview

Academic Year/Semester in Madrid- WIP (English Track)

Group of students arriving in Madrid

Students applying for programs in Spain must have a valid, useable passport at the time of application. Passports must be valid for 6 months after the program end date.

Students enroll in English taught courses with other U.S.-based students, all housed in the Universidad Complutense de Madrid.The Madrid WIP program offers the opportunity to:

  • Practice Spanish language skills in classes with Spanish nationals and other study abroad students
  • Live and study with Spaniards and be fully immersed in Spanish culture
  • Explore all Madrid has to offer like el Parque del Buen Retiro, el Rastro, and the Golden Triangle of Art museums (the Prado, the Reina Sofia, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza)

Madrid is the geographical and political center of Spain, known for its outdoor cafés, tapas, vibrant arts scene, and green spaces. Eat at the world’s oldest restaurant Sobrino de Botin, enjoy world-famous churros at the Chocolateria San Gines, or sample tapas all over the city. 

The Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM) is one of the oldest public universities in the world, tracing its history back as far as 1499. UCM is currently ranked as one of the top universities in Spain with over 85,000 students. Within the Complutense, the Reunidas is a consortium of study abroad programs that offers courses for exchange students taught in Spanish by local faculty in a variety of Liberal Arts disciplines.

Click HERE for a short "Introduction to the WIP Program" video!

View the WIP Facebook and Instagram to learn more about student experiences on the WIP program!

View a video from a Purdue returnee who previously participated in the WIP program!

For more program information, please visit the program website.

Eligibility

Academic Year/Semester in Madrid- WIP (English Track)

The beautiful views of Spain

Students applying for programs in Spain must have a valid, useable 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 four 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: 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none


Purdue Credit

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.


Academic 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

Housing is arranged by WIP staff prior to students' arrival in Madrid. Students can typically choose between a 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.

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.

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

Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue and Co-sponsor
Program Fee $7,485.75
Study Abroad Fee $914.10
Purdue International Insurance (per month) $32.00

Approximate additional costs per semester
To be paid by the student.
Round-trip Airfare $1,100.00
Housing $3,000.00
Local Transportation $250.00
Visa $285.00
Books and Supplies $300.00
Meals $2,500.00
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses $0.00 - $2,000.00
Travel Documents (passport, photos) $175.00

Financial Aid

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 Programs Mar 1
Spring Semester Programs Sep 15



Returnees Information

Academic Year/Semester in Madrid- WIP (English Track)

Walking to Class on campus

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.