Spain Salamanca Plaza Mayor Building 514378423

What's Included

We invite you to study abroad with API in Spain at the prestigious Universidad de Salamanca, the oldest university in Spain! Designed for students of all language backgrounds (including beginners!), this program offers an array of business and international studies courses in English, in addition to optional language and culture courses conducted in Spanish at the intermediate level or above.

Earn valuable academic credit toward your degree, experience life in this charming "Golden City" known for its vibrant student social scene and stunning scenery, and explore all that Spain has to offer!

What's Included?

Highlights

Pre Departure Services

Advising

APIConnect Platform

Orientation Materials and Resources

Access to International Phone Plans

API Alumni Network

Social Networking

Scholarships

On Site Services

Airport Reception

On-Site Orientation

Excursions

Tuition

Medical and Life Insurance

Resident Directors

Social and Cultural Activities

Welcome and Farewell Group Meals

Volunteer Opportunities

Tutoring

Housing (including meals and laundry with host families and dorms)

Language and Culture Tools

Re-Entry Services

Re-Entry Materials and Support

Post-Program Evaluation

Transcript

Alumni Network and API Ambassador Program

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Application Requirements

Minimum 2.5 G.P.A.
Open to freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Open to all levels (Spanish taught at intermediate level and higher)
Completed API application
University Approval Form
One official transcript
Additional supplemental materials
Entry Requirements: valid passport with student visa (for programs over 90 days)

Dates & Fees

Session	Program Dates	Program Cost	Application Deadline	Extended Application Deadline	Payment Deadline
Spring Early Start	Jan 4, 2024 - May 17, 2024	$16,500	Nov 15, 2023	No Extension	Dec 7, 2023
Spring	Jan 25, 2024 - May 17, 2024	$13,900	Nov 15, 2023	No Extension	Dec 7, 2023

Excursions

API students participate in excursions designed to help familiarize them with the culture and surrounding areas of their host city and country. The following is a listing of potential excursions for API Salamanca programs. API may need to modify the excursions offered in a given term due to travel restrictions or health and safety concerns.

Madrid

Spain’s capital blends the modern with an important cultural and artistic heritage. Three of the most important art galleries in the world (the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums) are all located in the center of Madrid. All this, combined with the momentum of a society that is dynamic, liberal and welcoming, has turned this metropolis into one of the western world’s great capitals.
Toledo

Toledo, located south of Madrid, was declared ‘City of Mankind’s Heritage’ by UNESCO in 1986. It was capital of Spain from mid-6th to the mid-16th centuries, as evidenced by its impressive medieval architecture. Known as the “City of the Three Cultures,” it served as a hub for Jews, Moors and Christians and has today become a symbol of religious tolerance. Walking through Toledo is like taking a magic journey into the past.
Lisbon

We will visit Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, and the best showcase of Portuguese culture. Together, the group will discover the city visiting the most iconic places and neighborhoods, enjoy breath-taking views from the beautiful viewpoints and visit the 15th-century monastery, standing witness of the glorious past of this country.
Toro

Toro is one of those underrated villages that, once you visit it, you'll regret not having done so before. It is also one of the most important wine producers (Toro wine was the first one to travel from Europe to the United States!). The group will visit the town and, of course, one of the most important wineries.
Extremadura

Several towns are “musts” in this region. First is Mérida, home of the largest number of Roman ruins outside of Italy, as well as a Museum of Roman Art, an amphitheater and aqueducts. Second is Cáceres, a Medieval and Renaissance city with walls that were built by the Romans and Almohads. The third is Trujillo, the cradle of more than 500 conquerors. Walking through this city will offer the opportunity to see many historical monuments and the Moorish castle. The mountain-town within the region of Las Villuercas leads to the historic village of Guadalupe, home of the Sanctuary-Monastery of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Madrid

Spain’s capital blends the modern with an important cultural and artistic heritage. Three of the most important art galleries in the world (the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums) are all located in the center of Madrid. All this, combined with the momentum of a society that is dynamic, liberal and welcoming, has turned this metropolis into one of the western world’s great capitals.
Toledo

Toledo, located south of Madrid, was declared ‘City of Mankind’s Heritage’ by UNESCO in 1986. It was capital of Spain from mid-6th to the mid-16th centuries, as evidenced by its impressive medieval architecture. Known as the “City of the Three Cultures,” it served as a hub for Jews, Moors and Christians and has today become a symbol of religious tolerance. Walking through Toledo is like taking a magic journey into the past.
Lisbon

We will visit Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, and the best showcase of Portuguese culture. Together, the group will discover the city visiting the most iconic places and neighborhoods, enjoy breath-taking views from the beautiful viewpoints and visit the 15th-century monastery, standing witness of the glorious past of this country.
Toro

Toro is one of those underrated villages that, once you visit it, you'll regret not having done so before. It is also one of the most important wine producers (Toro wine was the first one to travel from Europe to the United States!). The group will visit the town and, of course, one of the most important wineries.
Extremadura

Several towns are “musts” in this region. First is Mérida, home of the largest number of Roman ruins outside of Italy, as well as a Museum of Roman Art, an amphitheater and aqueducts. Second is Cáceres, a Medieval and Renaissance city with walls that were built by the Romans and Almohads. The third is Trujillo, the cradle of more than 500 conquerors. Walking through this city will offer the opportunity to see many historical monuments and the Moorish castle. The mountain-town within the region of Las Villuercas leads to the historic village of Guadalupe, home of the Sanctuary-Monastery of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Program Details

What You’ll Study

TOTAL CREDITS - 12-16 credits per semester

Students with no previous Spanish study are welcome to enroll in the different classes taught in English, which include courses in business. Classes conducted in Spanish are not available at beginning level. Spanish Language is the only class conducted in Spanish offered at a low Intermediate level. High Intermediate, Advanced and Superior students can choose among all the different elective classes conducted in Spanish.All classes are equivalent to three U.S. semester credits. Students choose 4-5 classes per semester.

All students complete an online Spanish language placement exam prior to arrival and are placed into the appropriate language level based on the results of this exam. Beginning level students and students who want to take classes in English are not required to have any previous Spanish study. In order to take electives taught in Spanish, students must place into the intermediate level or higher.

ADDITIONAL CREDIT OPTIONS

Students who want to refresh their Spanish skills before starting their classes can participate in the Early Start programs, which include an intensive 2 weeks of study for an additional 40 contact hours of Spanish language instruction and elective coursework.

TRANSCRIPTS

API students will receive a transcript from the Universidad de Salamanca upon completion of their program.

Stephanni Greenan

Stephanni Greenan will be your Program Coordinator and will help you prepare to go abroad!
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Inma Borrego

Inma will be one of your Resident Directors in Salamanca and will be a resource for you on-site.
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Miguel Blanco

Miguel will be one of your Resident Directors in Salamanca and a resource for you while you are in Spain.
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Courses

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COURSE OFFERINGS

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Within this program, students enroll in 4-5 courses at the Universidad de Salamanca. All courses are 45 contact hours or 3 U.S. semester credits. Students can opt into the International Business Track to take 3 business classes from that track (required), then 1-2 courses from either the International Business Track or the regular International Studies courses.

CREDIT INFORMATION

Most API partner universities in Spain operate on the contact hour system, wherein the number of credits earned depends on the time spent in class. To determine the conversion of contact hours to U.S. semester credits, divide the contact hours available by 15.