Program Dates: June 1-30, 2026
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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
International Travel & Health Information
Study Abroad Office
Summerville Campus
Suite 251
SPAN 3950 - Studies in Hispanophone Culture: Spain Today (3 credits)
2 courses at Alacala (6 credits)
Program Leader: Dr. John Giblin
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
Itinerary subject to change
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JuneStudents 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.
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JuneMorning 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.
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JuneAcademic 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.
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JuneAcademic 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.
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JuneFull-day excursion to Madrid. Students explore key landmarks and deepen their understanding of the capital’s cultural and historical significance.
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JuneFree days for rest, exploration, or optional cultural experiences.
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JuneFree days for rest, exploration, or optional cultural experiences.
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JuneClasses 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.
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JuneClasses 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.
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JuneClasses 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.
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JuneClasses 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.
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JuneExcursion to Segovia. Students will visit iconic sites including the Roman aqueduct, Gothic cathedral, and Alcázar palace.
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JuneFree days for rest, independent travel, or local activities.
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JuneFree days for rest, independent travel, or local activities.
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JuneClasses resume.
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JuneClasses resume.
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JuneClasses resume.
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JuneClasses resume. Students complete mid-term exams in the morning and visit the renowned Prado Museum in Madrid in the afternoon.
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JuneFull-day excursion to Toledo, the “City of Three Cultures,” where students explore Spain’s interfaith and medieval heritage.
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JuneOpen days for personal travel, cultural immersion, or relaxation.
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JuneOpen days for personal travel, cultural immersion, or relaxation.
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JuneAcademic instruction continues with regular class schedules and engaging classroom-based learning.
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JuneAcademic instruction continues with regular class schedules and engaging classroom-based learning.
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JuneAcademic instruction continues with regular class schedules and engaging classroom-based learning.
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JuneAcademic instruction continues with regular class schedules and engaging classroom-based learning.
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JuneFree days for local exploration, relaxation, or final review before the end of the program.
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JuneFree days for local exploration, relaxation, or final review before the end of the program.
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JuneFree days for local exploration, relaxation, or final review before the end of the program.
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JuneFinal academic day. Students complete their last classes and begin preparing for departure.
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JuneDeparture day. Students check out of their housing and the program officially concludes.