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IES Abroad Madrid – Language & Area Studies
The IES Abroad Madrid Program is designed for those who want to experience the vitality of Spain! Live in its capital city and through course enrollment at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM), one of the country's most distinguished universities. Students enroll in Spanish language courses as well as courses in their academic major. Field study trips are organized to compliment specifi...
The IES Abroad Madrid Program is designed for those who want to experience the vitality of Spain! Live in its capital city and through course enrollment at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM), one of the country's most distinguished universities. Students enroll in Spanish language courses as well as courses in their academic major. Field study trips are organized to compliment specific areas of study such as visits to television stations for Broadcasting majors or visits to congress for Political Science majors. Four semesters of college level Spanish are required to be admitted to this program. Madrid is an ideal place to connect university studies to the city's business, culture, and politics. The IES Center is located on the UCM campus for students use and as a resource...
Program Highlights
Enjoy IES Abroad Center amenities such as wireless internet, printer access, an outdoor swimming pool, a small library, and more.
Take area studies courses in Art History, Business, Cinema, Economics, History, Literature, and Political Science.
Gain work experience with internship placements in areas such as Marketing, Business, Education, and others.
Choose between housing options including homestays, residence halls, and shared apartments.
Take field trips to locations such as Valencia, the royal palaces, the gardens in Aranjuez and Chinchon, and others.
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Quick Details
- Madrid, Spain
- Academic Year
- Fall
- Spring
- Art & Fine Arts
- Art History
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science & IT
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- All Nationalities
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Total Reviews
I recommend this program!
by: Melissa Glynn - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad Madrid – Language & Area StudiesI really enjoyed my time abroad in Madrid with IES! During my semester I was able to experience a new culture and immerse myself in the language. I really enjoyed that IES organized a lot of activities with local students so we could meet Spaniards and learn about what life is like in the city for them. All of the field trips were super cool and I learned a ton about the country while also getting to see beautiful places I wouldn't have gone otherwise. I lived in a dorm and although the dining h...
Great guidance and great opportunities!
by: Regina Duerst - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad Madrid – Language & Area StudiesI had a wonderful time and learning experience this past summer studying in Madrid with IES Abroad! I took a course on the History of Madrid as well as one discussing women writers from Spain and Latin America, and I was pleasantly surprised by the extent to which I enjoyed the content and professors alike. In addition to mini "field trips" to notable museums or locations in the city via my history class, the larger program offered day trip excursions and events in the community, such as attendi...
Semester in Spain!
by: Sophie Davies - IrelandProgram: IES Abroad Madrid – Language & Area StudiesI studied abroad in Madrid, Spain in the semester of Spring 2022. It was quite literally one of the best periods of my life so far, both personally and also academically! I made some incredible friends, got to learn about a new culture, practice and improve my Spanish skills enormously during my time there. Madrid itself is also an incredibly city to live and study in. It's full of culture, life and things to do. It also has amazing transportation systems, healthcare and the people are super fri...
Program Details
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Locations
- Madrid, Spain
Types & Subjects
- Art & Fine Arts
- Art History
- Biology
- Chemistry
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- Academic Year
- Fall
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- In-Country Orientation
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- Some Accommodation
Accomodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Interviews
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Nina Hadzibabic
Participated in 2014
Nina is a Serbian-born American who immigrated to the US at the age of 3. She studies Biochemistry and Spanish with a pre-medical track at Bowdoin Col...
Nina Hadzibabic
Participated in 2014
I chose to study abroad because I wanted to strengthen my Spanish language skills and fully immerse myself into a new culture for a semester. I wanted to think outside the box and see things from a different perspective, take classes in different fields than I am used to, and become a more cultured individual. I yearned to meet new people, to call another place home, and to learn about the history of another country. Moreover, I wanted to adapt to a new style of life and to learn more about myself by putting myself in a foreign and unconditional surrounding.
Lauren Villanueva
Participated in 2014
Lauren was born and raised in a small town outside of Los Angeles. She is a Japanese-Filipino with roots in Hawaii. Lauren is also a student athlete a...
Lauren Villanueva
Participated in 2014
I chose to study abroad because I wanted to immerse myself in another culture. I took Spanish throughout high school, but never got beyond a basic level. By choosing Spain, my language skills improved tremendously because I was able to apply what I learned inside the classroom to everyday life. Before studying abroad, I had never been outside of the U.S., and now I have a global perspective and have become more independent.
Ibrahim Kamara
Participated in 2014
Ibrahim is an avid footballer (soccer player) and student, of Sierra Leonean descent living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is very close to the mus...
Ibrahim Kamara
Participated in 2014
For me, the question wasn’t why should I study abroad, but rather why not? The truth is for a long while I had little interest in studying abroad. Travel has always been something I appreciated—though I have traveled very little—but I genuinely felt that the “study” portion of study abroad would hinder my ability to experience a foreign country. But in the fall of 2013, I had an epiphany of sorts. Simply put, I needed to do something different.
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