IES Abroad: Madrid - IES Abroad in Madrid

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  • Location(s): Madrid, Spain
  • Program Type(s): Study Abroad

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Madrid is an ideal place to connect university studies to the city's business, culture, and politics. The IES Abroad Madrid Programs are designed for those who want to experience the vitality of Spain by living in its capital city, through Languag... read more

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OVERALL RATING 4.6
Based on 22 Reviews
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I learned a lot about putting myself out there and making new connections in uncomfortable situations - Brandeis University View Entire Review
improved my spanish, became more independent and confident living/traveling/exploring on my own. Made friends from all over the US that I still keep in tough with - Brandeis University View Entire Review
September 11, 2024 Madrid!
Absolutely worthwhile, I learned to reach out to the people around me and utilize the resources available to me. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
September 09, 2024 Fantastic Experience
I learned a lot about the Spanish culture and was able to travel around Europe. Very worthwhile experience - Brandeis University View Entire Review
September 01, 2024 A Beautiful Spring!
I learned so much about Spain and art history and it was so worthwhile. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Friends that would last through life. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I was able to gain more of a global perspective and engage with new cultures I had not previously been able to while educating myself - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Yes, it was worthwhile. The greatest gift I learned abroad was independence, how to live in a city and a larger understanding of cultural differences. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Besides more language experience, I think I learned a lot about just living in a foreign country, in a city, and how to sort of cope with that. I would say it was definitely worth it in the end. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned about a different lifestyle and culture and got to compare it to my past experiences living in other countries. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
September 01, 2022 Semester In Spain!
It was super worthwhile! Living abroad is always so beneficial as you learn about other cultures, traditions, etc and become more aware as a person. - California Lutheran University View Entire Review
How big the world is. This experience was worthwhile. - University of Michigan - Ann Arbor View Entire Review
My language proficiency improved and my cultural knowledge also summited - Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State View Entire Review
September 21, 2024 It Was Great!
I got much more confident in my spanish and with living abroad. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
September 12, 2024 Great Time
it was great would do it again - Brandeis University View Entire Review
September 11, 2024 I Heart Madrid.
I learned a lot of self-confidence and love for another place. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
September 04, 2024 Super Fun!
It totally was! I loved my experience. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned a lot about how I felt about situations and how I would react which I think was important. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
COMPLETELY WORTH IT! I gained more knowledge of the culture and the language, knowledge from classes that were outside of my major, and lifelong friends from other schools (We're already planning a reunion this fall). I fell in love with the city, its museums, food, culture, shopping, and overall charm. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I gained new friends, travel experience, and love for a new city. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
July 05, 2023 Incredible Fun!
There is a whole world out there, and it's definitely one of the best, if not the best experience I've ever had - Brandeis University View Entire Review
My experience abroad was very worthwhile. It was an amazing experience to live in a foreign country for a semester. Although it was daunting to think about living somewhere new, speaking a different language, and making new friends, it was all so much fun and really pushed me out of my comfort zone. - University of St. Thomas - Minnesota View Entire Review
From the independence I gained while studying abroad, I learned so much about myself and the way I fit into the world. I came to learn what empowers me and what I value/lean on in the midst of change. Going abroad was a huge period of consistent adjustment and readjustment. As stressful as this sometimes was at first, I am so mu... - Villanova University View Entire Review
February 08, 2021 ¡Que Guay!
I learned how to be more resilient, resourceful, and open-minded. The experience really helped me become more independent and adventurous. - University of Michigan - Ann Arbor View Entire Review
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I strengthened my Spanish skills, and met many new people that will be lifelong friends! I gained a better global perspective by traveling throughout the semester. I would do it 100 times over again. I learned so much about other cultures, and in doing so, I learned so much about myself! STUDY ABROAD, PLEASE! You will LOVE it... - Pennsylvania State University - University Park / Penn State View Entire Review

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Madrid is an ideal place to connect university studies to the city's business, culture, and politics. The IES Abroad Madrid Programs are designed for those who want to experience the vitality of Spain by living in its capital city, through Language & Area Studies or our new Engineering Program.

Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Program Length(s):
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
  • Spanish
  • English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
  • Spanish Language, Literature
  • Cultural Studies
  • Economics
  • Political Science and Government
  • Drama, Theater, Theatre Arts
  • Film, Video, Photographic Arts
  • Finance, Financial Services
  • International Business
  • History
Minimum GPA:
2.75
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