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Locations: Madrid, Spain
Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
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Program Sponsor: CIEE

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	Spanish	Click here for a definition of this term Class Status:	3-junior
Housing Options:	Apartment (shared), Homestay	Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study:	Art History, Economics, European Studies, Literature, Social Science, Sociology
Program Type:	study abroad	Minimum GPA:	3

Program Description:

Liberal Arts Language Immersion

Madrid, Spain

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Program Overview

Your Liberal Arts program in Madrid lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds who have Spanish language skills. You will enroll in CIEE courses and host institution courses delivered in Spanish. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Spanish culture. Live and learn in Madrid!

Unique Experiences

Perfect Your Spanish

by taking courses at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M)

Expand your global network

through class projects, social activities, or an internship in Spanish

Immerse yourself in Spanish culture

when you engage with student organizations, theater groups, wellness workshops, and small-group tutoring

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Your Destination

Madrid is Spain’s vibrant city where Spanish culture and language thrive, creating the perfect environment for language immersion and cultural exploration. Whether you're practicing Spanish with locals in bustling markets, engaging in lively discussions at a traditional café, or exploring the historic streets of the city center, every experience deepens your connection to the language and culture. alcala skyline view

Academics

CIEE Madrid: Study in the historic center of Spain’s capital near Puerta de Sol, conveniently located near shops, cafés, tapas bars, theaters, museums, copy centers, and metro stations. CIEE Madrid features five classrooms, a student lounge, an academic advising office, and a student life office.

Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) was established in 1989 and is recognized as Spain’s most prestigious public institution of higher education. It follows a U.S. academic calendar system for US visiting college students and has one of the highest percentages of full-time and tenured female faculty in Spain. CIEE students take classes on the Getafe campus, which is the main UC3M campus, located 25-40 minutes outside of downtown Madrid via efficient and modern public transit. Depending on your housing location, your commute time to campus can vary from 40-to-70 minutes by public transportation because UC3M classrooms are located outside of Madrid’s city center.

Universidad Antonio Nebrija (UAN) is internationally recognized and has offered Spanish language course instruction since 1985. The UAN academic calendar aligns with the U.S. semester calendar, and students attend classes on the Madrid, Princesa campus. The campus is quiet and centrally located in Madrid. It has excellent connections by public transport and is only 10-to-15 minutes from CIEE Madrid.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

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Internships

Madrid's work scene spans sustainability, NGOs, tourism, and education. Growing coworking spaces cater to freelancers and remote workers. While Spanish dominates, some companies operate in English. The city blends traditional Spanish culture with modern business practices, balancing professionalism and a relaxed vibe.

Industry options include:

Education and Training
Health Science
Hospitality and Tourism

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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Why CIEE

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$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
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Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
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