If you have questions about this program, email the
program leader listed below.
Summer in Madrid
Program Details
The arrangements for the travel, housing, meals, excursions and course content of
this program have been made by the leader. Questions about this program can only be
answered by the program leader listed below.
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| Program Type |
Departmental |
| Program Location |
Madrid, Spain
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| Course # |
SA 10340
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| Duration |
Summer
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| Upcoming Program Dates |
| Summer 2024 |
05/24/24 to 06/28/24
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Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Enrollment Details: Enrollment Currently Closed
Program Description
About the Program:
The Summer in Madrid study abroad is a six-week immersion program that takes place at the Universidad Antonio de Nebrija, in Madrid, Spain. The Universidad Antonio de Nebrija is a private university, accredited by the Spanish Ministerio de Educación, that specializes in Spanish as a Second Language. This program is an ideal opportunity for students who want to improve their language skills, develop cultural knowledge, and engage with native Spanish speakers.
About Madrid:
Madrid, the capital and economic center of Spain, is home to nearly 3.5 million people. Madrid embodies the balance of old and new, combining a rich cultural history with a modern metropolitan feel. Students can explore world-class museums, such as the Prado and Reina Sofia, experience theater and dance productions, and watch some of the best sports teams on the continent. Madrid offers a vibrant social and gastronomic scene. The city is famous for its lively street culture and nightlife. Restaurants, bars, and cafés serve traditional Spanish staples and a wide variety of international cuisines. Madrid’s public transportation puts the entire city within easy reach. The city’s central location allows students to reach all corners of Spain and can serve as a gateway to the rest of Europe
Housing:
Adding to the immersion experience, this program includes room, board, and laundry services with a Spanish host family.
For further information, pictures and participant blogs of past programs, flyers and much more, visit: MLSA Purdue Program in Madrid
Academic Credit
You will complete 6 credit hours durring their study in Madrid, choosing two of the following courses:
1. Spanish Level VI (SPAN302): In this class, students will further develop the formal knowledge of Spanish grammar, reading and writing skills.
2.El Arte del Prado (SPAN498): In this class, students will learn about Spanish culture and history through the study of art, with weekly visits to El Prado Museum, one of the greatest collections of art in Europe.
3. Spanish Culture and Civilization (SPAN 498): In this class, students will learn about the culture of contemporary Spain, including daily life, politics, and arts.
All courses complete requirements for the Spanish minor and major, as well as the Degree +.
Eligibility
You must have completed SPAN301 before participating in this program.
Program Cost
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss.
The program fee includes tuition and fees (6 credits), room, board, and laundry services with a Spanish host family in Madrid, on-site orientation, cultural activities, excursions, and transportation in Madrid. Based on program costs in previous years, the estimated program fee for Summer 2024 is approximately $6800.
Application Deadline
January 2024
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.
