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Landscape of Salamanca, river and bridge, Cathedral in the background, Spain.

This intensive Spanish language program will take you to la ciudad del espa帽ol, Salamanca, Spain! In this program, you鈥檒l have the chance to make strides with your Spanish language skills through intensive classes while earning 6-credits towards your degree at 国产伦理. You鈥檒l also be immersed in Spain鈥檚 rich culture and language through class excursions around the city and by living with a host family! 

Apply Now! Applications for Summer 2027 are open! Apply by February 10, 2027 to participate!

 

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Location

Salamanca, Spain

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Term

Summer

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Housing

Homestay, Hotel

Program Highlights

Immerse yourself in Spanish language and culture while earning 6 credits towards your 国产伦理 degree! This intensive language program is offered for students at the intermediate and advanced levels.

Students will take classes in the morning and then participate in cultural activities in the afternoon, such as visits to museums and archeological sites, cooking classes, flamenco dance lessons, and lectures on Spanish art, history, and culture. Weekend excursions to Andalusia and Madrid may also be included.
 

Program Contact Information

Desiree Dube

Assistant Director, Education Abroad

Email: ddube1@kent.edu

Office Phone: 330-672-7989

Important Dates & Billing

Program Dates: May 28 - June 26, 2027

Application Deadline: February 10, 2027

Withdrawal/Commitment Deadline: February 16, 2027

鈥嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�婸rogram Fee Payment Deadline: The program fee will be billed to your 国产伦理 student account. The program fee deadline aligns with the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center's summer due dates. You should refer to the first Summer 2027 due date.

Application Process

You will need to complete a 国产伦理 Education Abroad application. These quick steps will help walk you through the process.

1. Start an Education Abroad Application

When you click the "Apply Now" button (located towards the top and bottom of this page), you will be brought to the Education Abroad application system where you can view program costs and start an application. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline!

2. Guest Application (If applicable)

Are you a student at another university? To apply for a 国产伦理 education abroad program, you will first need to apply for admission to 国产伦理 as a 鈥溾��. Please apply as either an 鈥淯ndergraduate Guest Student鈥� or as a 鈥淕raduate Guest Student鈥�, depending on your course level.

Once you have applied and been accepted as a 国产伦理 student, you will receive an email with your FlashLine login credentials. Activate your account and then proceed to the next step, which is to apply to the Education Abroad program of your interest. You can return to this page and follow the 鈥淎pply Now鈥� button to start that application.

You can also refer to the FAQs for Guest Students if you need further help.

3. Wait for Acceptance

Once you have submitted your study abroad program application, it will be reviewed by the faculty leader. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. You should hear back from us within one month.

4. Commit to the Program

If you are accepted, you need to log back into your application by going to and clicking LOGIN. Once you see the name of your program, you need to click on it and commit (i.e., accept your offer of admission). 

Eligibility
  • Must be 18 years or older by the start of the education abroad program
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • The is open to students at the intermediate or advanced levels of Spanish language
Academics

This program offers two courses for a total of 6 credit hours toward your 国产伦理 degree. One course is a 国产伦理 Spanish course. The second course is through the Pontifical University of Salamanca and will be transferred back to 国产伦理.

国产伦理 Course Information

  • 国产伦理 Course Name and CRN: This is listed as a 30000-level course which will be considered either a 20000, or 30000-level elective in the foreign language undergraduate requirement.
  • Number of Credit Hours: 3
  • KSU Sponsoring College: College of Arts & Sciences
  • Course Description: This course, offered through 国产伦理, comprises the evening hours and will usually vary from 1 to 3 hours (although on some occasions they will extend to 5-6 hours when we have more than one activity).  Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings will begin with a one-hour lecture on Spanish art, culture, or history.  After the lecture, we will move on to other activities listed on the itinerary, including visiting museums, and archeological sites, and attending classes on Spanish cooking, dance, or guitar-making offered by guest speakers.  Students will be required to complete pre-departure assignments as well as assignments while in Spain. 
  • Course Language of Instruction: English and Spanish

Transfer Course Information

  • Number of Credit Hours: 3
  • Institution: Pontifical University of Salamanca
  • Course Description: Spanish grammar course
  • Course Language of Instruction: Spanish

Faculty Contact Information

Transferring Credits

Transfer Credits

With this program, students enroll in courses at a partner (host) institution. You will need to transfer the credits you earn abroad back to 国产伦理.

Upon successful completion of the program, the host institution will issue you an official transcript, which will be needed for the credit transfer process.

You must earn passing grades on the courses you take abroad for the credits to transfer. 

Prior to departure, students will meet with their academic advisor to complete a Transfer Course Planning (TCP) Form, which will outline the courses you plan to take while abroad and how the courses will transfer to 国产伦理. 

Some courses have already been pre-approved for transfer to 国产伦理 and can be viewed on the Transfer Credit Guide. Please note that this is only a guide and is NOT a comprehensive list of courses available at each partner institution.

Credit Approval

Prior to departure, it is your responsibility to meet with your academic advisor to discuss the courses you plan to take while abroad.

If a course needs to be evaluated for transfer, you are responsible for working with your education abroad advisor to obtain the syllabus and have it reviewed by 国产伦理 faculty. 

Tentative Itinerary

Included below is a tentative itinerary for this program. Sequence, sites, and departure city are subject to changes in availability and cost.

May 29

  • Transfer from Madrid Airport to Salamanca

May 30

  • Guided tour in Salamanca

May 31

  • Reception at UPSA
  • Spanish I: Grammar
  • Spanish II: Communication and culture
  • Visit to the University Historical Building
  • Visit to the Cielo de Salamanca
  • Welcome dinner

June 1: 

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Visit to Scala Coeli and UPSA
  • Walk on the Roman Bridge

June 2:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Dance lesson: salsa
  • Spanish gastronomy lesson

June 3:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Visit to the Cathedrals
  • Calixto and Melibea gardens and Cave of Salamanca

June 4:

  • Spanish language and culture course

June 5: 

  • Day trip to Segovia and La Granja

June 6:

  • Free day

June 7:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Visit to the Art Deco museum
  • Chocolate with churros

June 8:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Visit to the San Esteban convent
  • Spanish tapas tasting

June 9: 

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Visit to the Museum of Salamanca
  • Spanish castanets lesson

June 10: 

  • Trip to Sevilla
  • Museo de las Bellas Artes
  • Walk by the Guadalquivir River and Torre del Pro
  • Parque de Maria Luisa
  • Plaza de Espana
  • Tapas dinner

June 11:

  • Continue exploring Sevilla
  • Cathedral
  • Giralda
  • Reales Alc谩zares
  • Archivo de las Indias
  • Mercado
  • Barrio de Triana and Traditiona Pottery Center
  • Live flamenco show
  • Traditional dinner at a local restaurant

June 12: 

  • Head to Granada
  • Visit to La Alhambra
  • Dinner at a local restaurant

June 13:

  • Head to Cordoba
  • Visit to the Mezquita de Cordoba
  • Departure back to Salamanca

June 14:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Sport session at UPSA: pedal

June 15: 

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Bike ride in Salamanca

June 16:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Visit to the Charro button workshop
  • Visit to the Archivo de la Guerra Civil espanola

June 17:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Visit to Barrio del Oeste
  • Spanish "embutidos" tasting

June 18:

  • Spanish language and culture course

June 19:

  • Day trip to Madrid

June 20: 

  • Free day

June 21:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Visit to the History of the Automobile museum

June 22: 

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Swimming Pool

June 23:

  • Spanish language and culture course

June 24:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Reception at Salamanca's city hall
  • Visit to the Convento de las Duenas
  • Farewell dinner

June 25:

  • Spanish language and culture course
  • Closing ceremony and course certificate awarding

June 26:

  • Transfer to airport and return to US
Location & Transportation

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Salamanca is a smaller city with a population of around 145,000 people. It is a perfect city for students looking for a diverse set of experiences. The city also has astonishing cathedrals that are a fantastic representation of the country鈥檚 past.

Spain is located in the Iberian Peninsula and is composed of autonomous regions. It has an easy-going feeling to it, which attracts people with its charm. The country's population is 47.4 million people, and even though many people believe Spanish is the only language spoken there, it is the first language of only about 72% of the population. Other languages prominent in the country are Catalan, Galician, Basque, and Aranese, though some are spoken only in very specific territories.

Transportation

Transportation to and from the airport as well as the day trips and weekend excursion to Andalusia is included in the program fee. 鈥嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧��

Airports

Aldofo Su谩rez Madrid-Barajas Airport

A group flight is provided

Local Transit

鈥嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�嬧�婼alamanca has both train and bus stations for travel within Spain and to Portugal. Taxis are also available within the city limits.

Housing & Meals

Accommodations & Meals

Students stay with a host family who will provide 3 meals per day (not including travel to Andalusia or day trips. Cost is approximately 10 euros per lunch). Students will have at least one roommate with them who is also a 国产伦理 student.

Accessibility Information

Accessibility Information

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Whether your disability is visible or invisible, Education Abroad is committed to making educational experiences abroad possible for you. Early disclosure of personal needs and an open mind to different programs, locations, and services can help you identify the best opportunities abroad.  

Things to Consider

  • What types of physical, academic, and mental health resources and accommodations are available in my host country?
  • What types of activities does this program involve? Will there be strenuous hiking? Will we be walking long distances? Will we be carrying significant weight?
  • What is the housing like on this program? Will I be sharing a room or bathroom? Is there AC/heat?
  • What types of foods are available to me on this program? Will I be able to find meals that meet my dietary needs?
  • What types of transportation does this program use? Will I be navigating public transportation? Is public transportation accessible?
  • What is the climate like in my host country? Will there be extreme heat or cold?
  • Are my medications controlled or banned abroad? Are there regulations on traveling with my medications, service animal, etc.?
  • Are there prescriptions that I need to fill before I leave? What medications are available abroad? Is there a refrigerator to store my medication if needed?
  • How does my host country view my disability?
  • How do accessibility regulations in my host country differ from the US? (Ex.) Are ramps, elevators, tactile markings, etc. required/available?
  • Can I use my US medical devices in my host country? Is the voltage different? Will my equipment fit through a standard door (height/width) in my host country?
  • If there are overnight field trips outside of my typical housing for the program, is it possible to maintain the same housing accommodations I may require?

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Resources

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Pre-Departure Orientation

Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the College of Honors and Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:

  • international travel procedures;
  • in-country resources;
  • health and safety resources and information;
  • culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.

All students are encouraged to register with the prior to departure.

You can also review a wide variety of resources we鈥檝e pulled together for you on our 鈥�Before You Go鈥� page.

Country Profile

You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the .

In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for for traveling to your destination(s).

If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center. 

Costs and Funding

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Costs for the program will differ for every student. You can use our Cost Calculator to get an estimate of what you might expect for your program.鈥�

We encourage you to meet with the Financial, Billing, and Enrollment Center to see how your aid may apply to an international program. We also encourage you to meet with your Academic Advisor to discuss your鈥�Course Plan of Study and to evaluate if your planned coursework is eligible for federal financial aid.鈥� 

 

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