ISA Study Abroad in Madrid, Spain
- Hosted at: Universidad Antonio de Nebrija / Nebrija University
- Location(s): Madrid, Spain
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Madrid (pop. 3 million), the capital and geographic center of Spain, is a wonderfully vibrant city with rich cultural, artistic, and intellectual activity. Students will be captivated by Madrid's impressive universities, royal palaces, pristine pa... read more
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I learned more about the way the world views the United States, as citizens and as a country. While also filling my eyes with the beauty and history of the new continent. I made new friends who were able to expand knowledge that I did or didn't have before. Ruben Torres - University of Maine - Orono View Entire Review
im still here. more to learn and gain. but i will let you on june 3rd how well it went Christopher Scribner - Saint Leo University View Entire Review
I gained a better sense of cultural awareness and an understanding of other cultural mindsets. A student - Texas A&M University - College Station View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself and how I fit in within a wider global context. A student - University of Tulsa View Entire Review
I learned how to be independent, how to manage stressful situations while traveling and how to live in a different culture and being open to trying new things. A student - University of California - Los Angeles / UCLA View Entire Review
It was absolutely worthwhile and I gained a lot of friends from around the world. I grew up and became more independent and learned a new language. I would not change my experience for anything. Michael F - California Lutheran University View Entire Review
I gained international friends, a better understanding of the language and culture, and lifelong experiences I wouldn't take back for anything Chandler S - University of Arkansas - Fayetteville View Entire Review
All of the reasons previously mentioned made my experience INCREDIBLY worthwhile. I would highly recommend this program--it seems cliché to say that it changed my life, but it certainly did. I look forward to any new travel experience mostly because of the positive experience I had here. One additional thing that made this pr... Jennifer N - Belmont University View Entire Review
By taking me out of my natural element, this experience has changed my life. Stephanie N - Oklahoma State University - Stillwater View Entire Review
You will not believe how good it is until you try it. Chase G - Hastings College View Entire Review
It was the best learning experience of the course of working on my under graduate degree!! Angela J - University of Pittsburgh - Bradford View Entire Review
Two hands down YES! Britt N - Xavier University View Entire Review
It was an amazing opportunity to live in Madrid and to communicate daily in Spanish. I became more independent and confident and had a wonderful time doing it. Abigail M - University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh View Entire Review
I have learned independence in a different way. I have learned how to compromise, communicate, and be apart of new cultures. Truly a unique experience! Stephanie Salm - Saint Leo University View Entire Review
My language skills improved. Shahinaz - Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne / IPFW View Entire Review
It was the worst mistake I ever made. Fabian A - California State University - Long Beach View Entire Review
I gained a strong respect for international students in America and I think it was definitely worthwhile. A student - Auburn University View Entire Review
It was extremely worthwhile and the best investment I ever made; this experience helped me figure out what I wanted to study and pursue in the near future. A student - University of California - Davis View Entire Review
What didn't I learn? It was incredibly worth while, it's probably the greatest learning experience I will ever have. A student - University of Texas - San Antonio View Entire Review
Amazing to see a different world Keenan H - Carleton College View Entire Review
Yes Premtim S - Pace University View Entire Review
Definitely. It changed my life. viktoriya z - University of California - Los Angeles View Entire Review
I gained another perspective on practices of living life. I am much more culturally aware and interested in foreign affairs. I hope to utilize my knowledge and experience gained in my career as a nurse practitioner when dealing with patients of other cultures. Shivani M - Yale University View Entire Review
Yes. It truly was life-changing. I think I matured more in 2 months than I did my entire time at college! I have considered moving to Spain after graduation. Marissa C - John Carroll University View Entire Review
I gained knowledge of the culture, language and independence. I had a wide understanding of different cultures prior to the trip. I had traveled to Europe every year for 5 years prior to my study abroad experience, along with having a close friend from Germany. However, I learned more about the history and how it impacts the ... Staci G - University of Wisconsin - Whitewater View Entire Review
About
Madrid (pop. 3 million), the capital and geographic center of Spain, is a wonderfully vibrant city with rich cultural, artistic, and intellectual activity. Students will be captivated by Madrid's impressive universities, royal palaces, pristine parks, and world-famous art museums. The city itself is a unique combination of old and new. Certain areas of Madrid are filled with modern high-rise apartments and bustling commercial zones, while other areas offer traditional landscapes with picturesque neighborhoods and quaint cafes. Inhabitants of the Spanish capital, referred to as "madrileños," seem to celebrate life at every turn, enjoying the company of friends and making the most out of each picture-perfect day they're afforded. Madrid's cultural diversity, world-famous art and architecture, and dynamic nightlife are sure to satisfy international students of all types!
ISA offers a diverse array of academic programs in Madrid for students at all levels of Spanish proficiency. Program participants will study at either the Universidad Antonio de Nebrija or the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, and may choose from summer, semester, trimester, or year sessions. Depending on language level, students will take courses from a wide variety of subject areas including Spanish language, history, literature, culture, art history, geography, business, political science, economics, and psychology. Programs in Madrid offer courses at various language levels. Program participants can study at the Universidad Antonio de Nebrija or at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. All classes are taught by faculty from the host university.
Available programs at the Universidad Antonio de Nebrija include:
• Spanish Language, Liberal Arts and Business
• Hispanic Studies
• Spanish Language & Courses with Locals
Available program at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid includes:
• Business and Communication Courses with Locals in English and Liberal Arts Courses in Spanish
Courses are offered with international students or Spanish students, depending on the program. Gap Year Opportunities are also available.
ISA offers a diverse array of academic programs in Madrid for students at all levels of Spanish proficiency. Program participants will study at either the Universidad Antonio de Nebrija or the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, and may choose from summer, semester, trimester, or year sessions. Depending on language level, students will take courses from a wide variety of subject areas including Spanish language, history, literature, culture, art history, geography, business, political science, economics, and psychology. Programs in Madrid offer courses at various language levels. Program participants can study at the Universidad Antonio de Nebrija or at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. All classes are taught by faculty from the host university.
Available programs at the Universidad Antonio de Nebrija include:
• Spanish Language, Liberal Arts and Business
• Hispanic Studies
• Spanish Language & Courses with Locals
Available program at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid includes:
• Business and Communication Courses with Locals in English and Liberal Arts Courses in Spanish
Courses are offered with international students or Spanish students, depending on the program. Gap Year Opportunities are also available.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Academic Year
Minimum GPA:
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International Studies Abroad / ISA Scholarships
ISA offers USD 8,000 worth of scholarships annually dedicated to the memory of Michaela Farnum. Michaela was a junior studying International Business and Spanish at Seattle University and was a participant in the ISA program in Chile. Her experience was tragically cut short when she lost her life in a hiking accident in the mountains of La Campana National Park in Chile. ISA hopes that this scholarship will help aspiring study abroad students and will do so in memory of Michaela who only began to realize her dream of study abroad. The scholarship is both merit and financial need-based scholarships for the study abroad expenses for the summer term of the student awardees
8 x $1,000 for Summer Programs
Deadlines:
Summer: February 28th
Guidelines/Requirements:
• Be accepted to an ISA Summer study abroad program or an applicable ISA Internship or Service-Learning program.
• Have at least a 3.25 cumulative GPA.
• Have completed at least one year of college level foreign language or the equivalent. Courses must appear on official transcript.
• Be enrolled in second or third year of undergraduate education at a U.S. university/college at time of ISA program participation.
• Be on financial aid. FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) and home university Award Letter/form required.
**Please refer to the ISA scholarship page for more information on guidelines/requirements.
The ISA Diversity Scholarships aim to encourage students of a broader cultural make-up to participate in ISA programs by offering funds to assist with the expenses of studying abroad. The scholarship amounts to USD 14,000 in awards and is to be used towards ISA programs.
2 x $1,000 for Summer Programs; 3 x $2,000 for Fall Programs; 3 x $2,000 for Winter/Spring Programs
Deadlines:
Summer: February 28th
Fall: April 30th
Winter/Spring: October 30th
Guidelines/Requirements:
• Be accepted to an ISA study abroad program or an applicable ISA Internship or Service-Learning program.
• Have at least a 3.00 cumulative GPA.
• Be enrolled in second or third year of undergraduate education at a U.S. university/college at time of ISA program participation.
**Please refer to the ISA scholarship page for more information on guidelines/requirements.
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