This summer, semester or academic year program offers intensive language study - up to two years of university language requirements may be met in one semester. Additional courses are taught in English or Spanish. The programs are administered by the University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC), of which the University of Iowa is a member, and enroll approximately 100 students from many U.S. colleges and universities. UI students earn resident credit for this program.

Academic Program

The USAC programs offer courses at every level of Spanish language study. Intensive Spanish language programs for students at the beginning or intermediate level are designed for rapid improvement in Spanish language skills. Students at the advanced level select from a variety of language and literature courses. All courses are taught exclusively for program participants in Spanish by Spanish faculty, with the exception of one or two courses offered each semester (usually in English), by a visiting U.S. faculty member from one of the USAC consortium institutions.

UI Students earn resident credit which may be applied toward General Education requirements, the International Business Certificate, or requirements for the Spanish major or minor.

In the summer, this program offers two intensive 4 week sessions which offer Spanish language, Conversation, and Art History courses. Language classes are available to students of all levels of Spanish fluency. As the classes are intensive, one semester of coursework is completed in one month of classes. Students earn UI resident credit for this program. Some courses satisfy requirements for the Spanish major and minor, while others can be used to fulfill General Education Requirements. Students take between 3 and 5 semester hours during each session.

Program Dates

During the school year the program's calendar follows the typical U.S. academic calendar closely (late August to mid December and mid-January to late May). In the summer there are two 4 week sessions and students can attend one or the other or both. The first session takes place in June. The second session occurs during July.

For More Information

Please come to the Study Abroad Resource Room for a USAC program catalog that contains much more detailed information than is available on our webpage.

Rey Juan Carlos University

This young public university has 4 campuses in the area of Madrid. Consortium offices, classes and dining facilities are housed on the Vicalvaro campus which is located directly on a subway line.

Madrid

Madrid is a city of approximately four million inhabitants and is one of the liveliest capital cities of Europe. Its location at the center of Spain makes it a good starting point for any trip to other cities in Spain. The city combines ancient buildings with modern skyscrapers designed by world renowned architects. Madrid is a melting pot for all regions of Spain and yet has its own well-defined character.

Living Arrangements

Students have the option of living in homestays or sharing apartments with other consortium students. Apartments are fully equipped. Both options are located throughout the city, some being closer to campus and others closer to the touristic center of the city.

Eligibility

Minimum eligibility requirements include good academic standing and a 2.5 grade point average (4.0 scale).

Costs

Semester: The program fee for fall 2012 is $8,481 for Iowa residents and $10,029 for non-residents. This program fee includes an optional on-site airport greet, tuition, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, travel insurance, and the UI administrative fee. The program fee does not include transportation to Spain, personal expenses including housing and meals, books and supplies, passport and visa expenses and local transportation.

Summer: The program fee for either session in summer 2012 was $3,308. The fee for both sessions was $6,315 for Iowa residents and $7,347 for non-residents. This program fee includes an optional on-site airport greet, tuition, housing (apartment), orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, student heal insurance, and the UI administrative fee. The program fee does not include transportation, homestay (surcharge for meals and laundry), personal expenses, meals, books and supplies, and local transportation.

How to Apply

Information and application forms are available from Study Abroad, 1111 University Capitol Centre. Students should consult with their study abroad advisor before beginning an application. Completed applications are to be submitted to the UI Study Abroad office.

Application Deadlines

9/20 for Spring, 3/1 for Fall/Academic Year, 3/10 for Summer

Orientation Information

All participants attend a pre-departure orientation specific to the program as well as a general study abroad orientation.