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API (Academic Programs International): Salamanca - University of Salamanca

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Program Provider:
Academic Programs International (API)
Location:
Salamanca, Spain (Espana)
Official Website:
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Year Founded:
1997
Program length:
Semester,short term, Jan term, summer, academic year
Deadlines:
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Major Requirements:
Spanish language, international relations, all
Language Requirement:
None

7 reviews

5
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4.857145
Academics
4.714285
Safety
4.57143
Healthcare
4.57143
Food
5
Housing
3.142855
Cost
5
Culture
4.57143
Admin
The University of Salamanca, founded in 1218, is the oldest university in Spain. Acknowledged by Pope Alexander IV to be one of the four great universities in the world, it stands in the company of the universities of Bologna, Oxford, and Paris. In 1492, King Ferdinand sought advice from University of Salamanca leaders regarding the exploration ven...
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The University of Salamanca, founded in 1218, is the oldest university in Spain. Acknowledged by Pope Alexander IV to be one of the four great universities in the world, it stands in the company of the universities of Bologna, Oxford, and Paris. In 1492, King Ferdinand sought advice from University of Salamanca leaders regarding the exploration venture of Christopher Columbus.

One enters the University through the Patio de las Escuelas. It features the faces of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabel, and the walls are marked with the legacy of students, who, upon graduation, have written their initials in an ink of bull’s blood, olive oil, and herbs. Legend has it that there is a frog hidden in the sandstone carvings, and if one finds it, it brings good luck! Inside is the Escuelas Menores building, which houses the department for visiting students.
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Ellen_4796
01/30/12
Salamanca: The Best Place to Study Spanish!
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I learned so much from my time abroad. I had the time of my life and enjoyed my whole time. I was able to explore Europe while making lasting friendships with people from all over America and the world. The people I spent my time abroad with have become my best friends. If you are majoring or minoring in Spanish I would highly recommend spending time abroad. Even if you ar... view full review
Berenice Herrera
06/09/11
It was an amazing experience.
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It was a life changing experience. I was able to learn more about the culture. view full review
Allison Eyres
01/17/11
Salamanca and the World Cup Win!
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During my program was rebajas month in Spain, so it was more difficult to not spend a lot of money during the week since I enjoy to shop. So if you like to shop, be prepared for that. Make sure you get a good bank account with no overdraft or over seas fees. Even if you have to open up another account with a different bank and then close it when you get home. Don't bring s... view full review
Eli1
01/06/11
API Salamanca Is Salamanca's Best 3rd Party Provider
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It is what you make it academically--be open minded, especially to embracing non-American culture, and you'll love it. view full review
Elizabeth Harris
12/16/10
Salamanca es Magnifica!
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Definitely. I learned so much about the world outside what I had known before, and now I can't wait to travel again. view full review
Jill4
12/01/10
I will carry my time in Salamanca with me for the rest of my life
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Go to a smaller city and less populated city. Go somewhere that is not americanized and is not a distinguished tourist destination. Go somewhere authentic and take advantage of every opportunity you find. view full review
Karen Berg
11/30/10
API is the best program out there!
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It helped me so much in the rest of my Spanish classes in college and in my job as a teacher view full review
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I really enjoyed meeting new people and, surprisingly, the classes were really engaging as well.

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