Summer in Barcelona

Program Information

An immersive academic experience in Europe's most exciting city! This summer in Barcelona program offers you the best aspects of a summer study abroad program: world-famous nightlife, the best beaches in Europe, incredible shopping, and life in an exciting, cosmopolitan city.

Spend a month learning from some of the best faculty in Barcelona. At the Barcelona International College, you'll soak up all that this cultural hub of the Mediterranean has to offer both inside and outside the classroom.

The city of Barcelona – The cafe culture, boutique shops, tapas restaurants, and world-famous nightlife will keep you busy for a summer or a year.

Quality academics taught in English – This program is perfect for anyone because the Spanish-language classes are offered for speakers of all levels and are tailored to meet your needs; and most electives are taught in English.

Tons of activities and excursions– We want you to get the most out of your time in Barcelona, so we'll keep you busy. From flamenco shows to cooking classes, there's always something going on.

Highlights

  • Hands-on orientation and guided tours of city
  • A Catalan cooking class, a flamenco show, museum visits and cinema night are all scheduled
  • Custom housing options
  • A wide range of academic offerings
  • Classes taught in both English and Spanish
  • Café culture, delicious cuisine, and amazing nightlife
  • Spanish language classes tailored to your proficiency, whether beginner or advanced

Housing

  • Homestay w/ single or double room and 2-3 meals per day
  • Shared apartments w/ up to 4 other students, shared kitchen and living areas

Curriculum

Courses include Spanish language, culture, and business.

Program Setting

Urban

Credit

2 courses (6 US credits)

GPA Requirement

2.5/4.0

Language

English and Spanish

Program Dates

Summer 2011*:

Orientation:

Session 1: June 2
Session 2: June 30

Classes ends:

Session 1: June 29
Session 2: July 27

*Please check www.ju.edu/studyabroad for the latest information on these dates.

Program Fee

$5,000*

*Price per session. See www.ju.edu/ studyabroad for current costs.

Included

  • Excursions and cultural activities
  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Pre-departure and onsite orientation
  • Airport pick-up
  • Medical & accident insurance

How to Apply

  • Fill out the IEP Application and review information on the Apply page.
  • Pay a $200 deposit to International Education Programs.
  • Send an official transcript from your home institution to the address below.

 

Send the above materials to:

International Education Programs
Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd North
Gooding 105
Jacksonville, Florida 32211

Past Students

“Barcelona changed me more than I thought it would. I fully and completely rec- ommend this experience to everyone! It's something that is impossible to ever forget.”

Danielle H.