IAU College: Spain - Summer

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IAU's campus in Barcelona is centrally located in the downtown Plaça de Catalunya area in the Gothic Quarter in close proximity to many of Barcelona's famed attractions. The facilities have been completely renovated with modern amenities to suit the needs of the 21st-century college student. IAU Barcelona employs a full-time student affairs and academic affairs staff to advise, place, house, and otherwise support incoming students.

Located along the Mediterranean Sea, the city of Barcelona allows students to experience the culture of Catalunya. The mild climate, famed cuisine and breathtaking arts give the Mediterranean region a distinct feel, unique from anywhere else in the world. Students in Barcelona will have the opportunity to practice their language skills in the classroom and also with native Spanish speakers through language exchange programs and cultural events. Over the course of their time abroad, students can expect to participate in field study trips associated with specific classes, study tours, and day trips, as well as cultural activities like Catalan cooking courses, sports activities, and cava tastings.

IAU's Barcelona campus offers students coursework in a variety of disciplines and programs:

  • The Spanish Honors Program is designed for Spanish majors or other students with demonstrated advanced-level Spanish, interested in a comprehensive language and cultural immersion program. As part of the program, students will enroll in all upper-division Spanish language courses. Students in the Spanish Honors Program have access to courses taught at the local university as well.
  • The School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a wide breadth of course disciplines to students from all majors and minors. Prior knowledge of Spanish is not required as courses are offered in English, though students are required to take a minimum of one course in Spanish language, and students with background in Spanish language will have the opportunity to enroll in courses taught at the local university.

Program Dates:
Program dates are dependent upon the session students sign up for.

For more detailed information on program dates, please see the IAU academic calendar.

Course Information:
IAU offers a number of summer study abroad options at their Barcelona campus. Course availability and credit hour enrollment is dependent upon the summer session they enroll in. Coursework is available in a variety of disciplines and classes are taught in English or Spanish. A full list of courses is available online.

Students can participate in internships as part of their semester at IAU. There is no language requirement for participation in internships, but students with Spanish proficiency may have more placement options available. More information on internships is available online.

Fredonia students wishing to use coursework taken abroad toward degree requirements should follow the Overseas Course Approval process. Grades for courses taken abroad will count toward the student's cumulative GPA.

Other SUNY students should discuss credit transfer policies with the Study Abroad Office at the home campus.

Accommodation:
Students in Spain have the option to be housed in either shared homestays or in shared apartments. Students who select the homestay option will live with Spanish families (who may also house other international students), which includes daily breakfast and dinner. Students in shared apartments will be responsible for their own meals and may share an apartment with other international students. Students may request roommates on the housing application form and IAU will do its best to accommodate such requests.

More information can be found online.

Arrival Information:
Students can fly into Barcelona (BCN) or Madrid (MAD) on the program arrival date set by IAU. Students will be met at the airport by IAU staff on the day of pickup and be transported to their accommodation.

Upon arrival, students will participate in a mandatory orientation to introduce them to campus and cultural life.

 

 

Program Cost:
Program cost varies by number of credit hours and program duration.

Students may be able to use financial aid to support program costs. Following acceptance, students should meet with the Financial Aid office at their home campus to understand financing options.

Scholarships:
IAU offers a number of merit and need-based scholarships for students participating in semester programs. Some of the funding opportunities include:

  • Go Beyond Grant: The Go Beyond Grant is available to students enrolled in any of IAU's short-term programs who possess high financial need. Federal Pell Grant recipients are guaranteed a Go Beyond Grant. These grants range from $500 to $1,500.
  • Presidential Scholarship: For students with exceptional academic, co-curricular, and leadership experience. Students will receive up to $2,500 toward their program.
  • Trustees Diversity Scholarship: Funds from this scholarship will be used to attract outstanding students from diverse backgrounds who are traditionally underrepresented in international education including LGBTQIA+, first-generation college students, those identifying by a certain race, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, national origin, or ancestry, students from low-income families, and students with a history of overcoming adversity. Semester awards range from $500 to $1,000.
  • Spanish Honors Scholarship: IAU offers a merit-based scholarship to eligible semester who have been accepted into the Spanish Honors Program in Barcelona. Students applying for this scholarship must have a 3.5 GPA or higher. Selected recipients receive up to $500.
  • Judith L. Rice International Relations & Global Studies Scholarship: IAU offers a merit-based scholarship to students majoring in political science, international relations or global studies. Selected recipients receive up to $1,000.

For a listing of all scholarship details, amounts, and application instructions, please visit the IAU scholarship website.

Students are encouraged to apply for scholarships to support their study abroad program.

Student Visa:
US citizens participating in the program are not required to apply for a visa. Citizens of other nations may be required to apply for a visa for entry into Spain.

Application Requirements:

  • Sophomores and above
  • 2.5 GPA or higher

Application Deadlines:

  • Applications should be submitted no later than March 15.

To Apply:
Follow application directions on home page. Your online application requirements include:

  • Study Statement
  • Two Recommendations
  • Official Transcript
  • Judicial Review Form

To Withdraw Your Application:

If you are no longer interested in studying abroad you must notify the Study Abroad Office as well as your foreign university prior to any deadlines.  Failure to do so may lead to student incurring late fees and bills from your foreign university.
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