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  • Augusta University
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Spain

Program Dates: June 1-30, 2026

  About / Important Dates / Courses / Program Costs / Itinerary / Apply Now

Pack your bags because you’re about to spend a month soaking up the language, flavor, and flair of Spain! From the buzzing boulevards of Madrid to the storybook streets of Toledo, you’ll dive headfirst into Spanish culture and earn course credit while you’re at it! You’ll live and learn in the charming town of Alcalá de Henares. Through the Franklin Institute of the University of Alcalá, you can choose from a wide variety of courses that explore Spanish literature, art, food, medicine, history, culture, and even translation. Come for credit. Stay for culture. Leave with memories.

Pre-requisites: SPAN 1001, 1002, 2001

APPLICATION OPENS AUGUST 13!

International Travel & Health Information

CDC  US Dept. of State

Important Dates

$200 Deposit & Application Deadline

  • December 3, 2025

1st Payment Deadline

  • January 7, 2026

2nd & Final Payment Deadline

  • February 5, 2026

SAO Orientation (mandatory)

  • April 24, 2026

Contact Us

Study Abroad Office

 Summerville Campus

University Hall

Suite 251

706-729-2306

studyabroad@augusta.edu

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Courses Offered

SPAN 3950 - Studies in Hispanophone Culture: Spain Today (3 credits)

2 courses at Alacala (6 credits)

Program Leader: Dr. John Giblin

 

Program Cost

Application Deposit: $200

Deposit Due: 12/03/2025

Program Fee: Approx. $6,900 (includes deposit)

Final Payment Due: 02/05/2026

Tuition & Fees: based on number of credit hours enrolled

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

Major/Minor Course Requirements

Major/Minor Course Requirements

Payment/Deposit Policy

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Funding Your Program

Funding Your Program

Financial Aid Guide

Financial Aid Guide

Itinerary subject to change

Itinerary

01

June

Day One

Students arrive in Madrid and are welcomed at the airport before traveling to their host city, Alcalá de Henares. After check-in, students can rest and begin acclimating to Spanish life. 

02

June

Day Two

Morning orientation sessions introduce students to the university, Spanish culture, and program expectations. Later, a guided tour of Alcalá de Henares highlights the city’s rich history and UNESCO status.

03

June

Day Three

Academic coursework begins and runs daily from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM with a mid-morning break. Afternoons and evenings are free for cultural activities, local exploration, study, or personal time. 

04

June

Day Four

Academic coursework begins and runs daily from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM with a mid-morning break. Afternoons and evenings are free for cultural activities, local exploration, study, or personal time. 

05

June

Day Five

Full-day excursion to Madrid. Students explore key landmarks and deepen their understanding of the capital’s cultural and historical significance. 

06

June

Day Six

Free days for rest, exploration, or optional cultural experiences. 

07

June

Day Seven

Free days for rest, exploration, or optional cultural experiences. 

08

June

Day Eight

Classes continue on the regular schedule from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Students deepen their academic understanding while enjoying opportunities to engage with the local environment. 

09

June

Day Nine

Classes continue on the regular schedule from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Students deepen their academic understanding while enjoying opportunities to engage with the local environment. 

10

June

Day Ten

Classes continue on the regular schedule from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Students deepen their academic understanding while enjoying opportunities to engage with the local environment. 

11

June

Day 11

Classes continue on the regular schedule from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Students deepen their academic understanding while enjoying opportunities to engage with the local environment. 

12

June

Day 12

Excursion to Segovia. Students will visit iconic sites including the Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and Alcázar palace. 

13

June

Day 13

Free days for rest, independent travel, or local activities. 

14

June

Day 14

Free days for rest, independent travel, or local activities. 

15

June

Day 15

Classes resume. 

16

June

Day 16

Classes resume.

17

June

Day 17

Classes resume.

18

June

Day 18

Classes resume. Students complete mid-term exams in the morning and visit the renowned Prado Museum in Madrid in the afternoon. 

19

June

Day 19

Full-day excursion to Toledo, the “City of Three Cultures,” where students explore Spain’s interfaith and medieval heritage. 

20

June

Day 20

Open days for personal travel, cultural immersion, or relaxation. 

21

June

Day 21

Open days for personal travel, cultural immersion, or relaxation. 

22

June

Day 22

Academic instruction continues with regular class schedules and engaging classroom-based learning. 

23

June

Day 23

Academic instruction continues with regular class schedules and engaging classroom-based learning. 

24

June

Day 24

Academic instruction continues with regular class schedules and engaging classroom-based learning. 

25

June

Day 25

Academic instruction continues with regular class schedules and engaging classroom-based learning. 

26

June

Day 26

Free days for local exploration, relaxation, or final review before the end of the program. 

27

June

Day 27

Free days for local exploration, relaxation, or final review before the end of the program. 

28

June

Day 28

Free days for local exploration, relaxation, or final review before the end of the program. 

29

June

Day 29

Final academic day. Students complete their last classes and begin preparing for departure. 

30

June

Day 30

Departure day. Students check out of their housing and the program officially concludes. 

Experience education in Spain

 

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