Madrid, Spain
Language and Culture Program

Bienvenidos! Spain...the very name conjures magical images of sun-drenched beaches, Moorish castles and a rich cultural and artistic heritage. So why not study in Spain's capital city and great cosmopolatin metropolis?

When you study abroad in Madrid, you’ll walk through history itself, down stoned-paved streets and past countless flowering balconies of the 18th century buildings before arriving in Madrid’s city center, famous for tapas, shopping and entertainment. The unique spirit of Madrid is both serene and lively, making it a captivating place to study abroad and learn Spanish in Spain.

Students will take intensive and accelerated courses in Spanish language and culture, with planned activities and excursions to highlight Spain's incredible history and beautiful scenery.

ELIGIBILITY

The program is limited to University of California, Davis students in good academic standing (GPA of 2.00 and not on Academic Probation).

Students with no prior language experience will take beginning level Spanish courses, and students who have already completed SPA 24 or the equivalent (AP credits and/or placement exam) will take upper division Spanish courses:

• Level One
  No prior Spanish language experience.
• Level Two
  Must have completed SPA 24 or the equivalent.

* Note: This program does not offer the second year of Spanish (SPA 21, 22, 23 & 24). Students who have already completed SPA 141, 148, and 159 are not eligible for this program. Students who have completed SPA 100 should consult with the Faculty Program Leader prior to application.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Orientations
There will be a two or three mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation Sessions in Davis and an in-country orientation in Madrid. Students will have the opportunity to learn about and acclimate to Madrid and participate in planned activities. .

Academic Programs
Students will take intensive and accelerated Spanish language classes at Saint Louis University in Madrid. In addition to the language courses, Level 1 students will take a Group Study course in Spanish culture (SPA 98).

Level 2: SPA 100S, 141S, 148S, and 159S. (16 units)
Study of Spanish literature and culture, along with the major developments in the arts and social institutions of Spain. Readings, lectures, and discussions will be in Spanish.

Co-curricular Activities *
Field trips go to Toledo, Salamanca and Burgos. This includes visits to the Museo del Prado, Museo Reina Sofía and Museo Thyssen Tour around Madrid.

Housing & Meals
Students will live in homestays with local families in Madrid. Breakfast and dinner are included in the price.

STUDENT SERVICES

Host Institution
Saint Louis University is a Jesuit, Catholic university ranked among the top research institutions in the nation. The University fosters the intellectual and character development of more than 11,800 students on campuses in St. Louis and Madrid, Spain. The Madrid campus was established in 1969. The first freestanding campus operated by an American University in Europe, this campus is recognized by Spain's higher education authority as an official foreign university, the first U.S. institution to hold this endorsement.To view SLU's virtual tour please click here.

COST BREAKDOWN

* These amounts are estimates only. Actual expenses will vary by student.

**California Resident Student Fees.

*** The University of California, Davis and UC Davis Quarter Abroad are not responsible for price changes due to a variety of reasons, including extreme exchange fluctuations.