Spain Salamanca Casa De Las Conchas 757771405

We invite you to spend your summer with API in Spain at the prestigious Universidad de Salamanca. This program offers Spanish language and culture courses at all levels, so you can advance your language skills and cultural knowledge while studying at the oldest university in Spain, where Spanish grammar was first published!

Earn valuable academic credit, enhance your Spanish language skills, 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 of Spanish speakers
  • Completed API application
  • University Approval Form
  • One official transcript
  • Additional supplemental materials
  • Entry Requirements: Valid passport with Student visa (for programs over 90 days)
Session Program Dates Program Cost Application Deadline Extended Application Deadline Payment Deadline
Summer 1 May 30, 2024 - Jun 29, 2024 $5,900 May 1, 2024 No Extension May 15, 2024
Summer 1 and 2 Combined May 30, 2024 - Jul 27, 2024 $10,900 May 1, 2024 No Extension May 15, 2024
Summer 1 and 3 Combined May 30, 2024 - Aug 10, 2024 $11,900 May 1, 2024 No Extension May 15, 2024
Summer 2 Jun 27, 2024 - Jul 27, 2024 $6,900 May 29, 2024 No Extension Jun 12, 2024
Summer 3 Jun 27, 2024 - Aug 10, 2024 $7,900 May 29, 2024 No Extension Jun 12, 2024

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. On this day trip students will have the opportunity to visit one of Europe’s most important art museums and enjoy the beautiful Madrid center to experience first hand this blend of modernity and history.

  • 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.

  • León & Zamora

    León and Zamora are two of the most beautiful cities in Spain, and very close to Salamanca! In this trip, students will visit these two cities, learning from the medieval history and experiencing the lively culture.

  • Sierra de Francia

    Discover the mountains around Salamanca! This trip starts with a beautiful hike near la Alberca, to connect with mother nature and connect with each other. We will also have a guided tour around La Alberca, one of Spain's most beautiful villages, and learn about their traditions.

  • Madrid

    Spain’s capital blends the modern with an important cultural and artistic heritage. On this day trip students will have the opportunity to visit one of Europe’s most important art museums and enjoy the beautiful Madrid center to experience first hand this blend of modernity and history.

  • 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.

  • León & Zamora

    León and Zamora are two of the most beautiful cities in Spain, and very close to Salamanca! In this trip, students will visit these two cities, learning from the medieval history and experiencing the lively culture.

  • Sierra de Francia

    Discover the mountains around Salamanca! This trip starts with a beautiful hike near la Alberca, to connect with mother nature and connect with each other. We will also have a guided tour around La Alberca, one of Spain's most beautiful villages, and learn about their traditions.

  • Aveiro

    Aveiro is known as the “Portuguese Venice”, for its iconic channels. It is the main beach destination from Salamanca, and the perfect place to take a break from the hot Salamanca summer, and charge the batteries! To round out the trip, we will also visit the iconic city of Porto.

  • Segovia

    Can 2000 years of history be covered in just one day? The answer is yes - in the charming historic town of Segovia. The tour begins in a Roman monument, and students will walk through more than 2,000 years of history visiting the last gothic cathedral built in Spain (known as the Lady of Cathedrals) and a beautiful castle (that is said to have inspired the Disney Snow White Castle).

  • Madrid

    Spain’s capital blends the modern with an important cultural and artistic heritage. On this day trip students will have the opportunity to visit one of Europe’s most important art museums and enjoy the beautiful Madrid center to experience first hand this blend of modernity and history.

  • 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.

  • León & Zamora

    León and Zamora are two of the most beautiful cities in Spain, and very close to Salamanca! In this trip, students will visit these two cities, learning from the medieval history and experiencing the lively culture.

  • Sierra de Francia

    Discover the mountains around Salamanca! This trip starts with a beautiful hike near la Alberca, to connect with mother nature and connect with each other. We will also have a guided tour around La Alberca, one of Spain's most beautiful villages, and learn about their traditions.

  • Aveiro

    Aveiro is known as the “Portuguese Venice”, for its iconic channels. It is the main beach destination from Salamanca, and the perfect place to take a break from the hot Salamanca summer, and charge the batteries! To round out the trip, we will also visit the iconic city of Porto.

  • Segovia

    Can 2000 years of history be covered in just one day? The answer is yes - in the charming historic town of Segovia. The tour begins in a Roman monument, and students will walk through more than 2,000 years of history visiting the last gothic cathedral built in Spain (known as the Lady of Cathedrals) and a beautiful castle (that is said to have inspired the Disney Snow White Castle).

  • Madrid

    Spain’s capital blends the modern with an important cultural and artistic heritage. On this day trip students will have the opportunity to visit one of Europe’s most important art museums and enjoy the beautiful Madrid center to experience first hand this blend of modernity and history.

  • 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.

  • Aveiro

    Aveiro is known as the “Portuguese Venice”, for its iconic channels. It is the main beach destination from Salamanca, and the perfect place to take a break from the hot Salamanca summer, and charge the batteries! To round out the trip, we will also visit the iconic city of Porto.

  • Segovia

    Can 2000 years of history be covered in just one day? The answer is yes - in the charming historic town of Segovia. The tour begins in a Roman monument, and students will walk through more than 2,000 years of history visiting the last gothic cathedral built in Spain (known as the Lady of Cathedrals) and a beautiful castle (that is said to have inspired the Disney Snow White Castle).

  • Madrid

    Spain’s capital blends the modern with an important cultural and artistic heritage. On this day trip students will have the opportunity to visit one of Europe’s most important art museums and enjoy the beautiful Madrid center to experience first hand this blend of modernity and history.

  • 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.

  • Aveiro

    Aveiro is known as the “Portuguese Venice”, for its iconic channels. It is the main beach destination from Salamanca, and the perfect place to take a break from the hot Salamanca summer, and charge the batteries! To round out the trip, we will also visit the iconic city of Porto.

  • Segovia

    Can 2000 years of history be covered in just one day? The answer is yes - in the charming historic town of Segovia. The tour begins in a Roman monument, and students will walk through more than 2,000 years of history visiting the last gothic cathedral built in Spain (known as the Lady of Cathedrals) and a beautiful castle (that is said to have inspired the Disney Snow White Castle).

What You’ll Study

TOTAL CREDITS - 5-8 U.S. semester credits per session (up to 16 total)

Classes are taught at the beginning, intermediate, advanced and superior levels. Level of study is based on a placement exam administered online (prior to departure) by the University of Salamanca. This is a concentrated language and culture program for students at all levels that focuses on grammar, conversation, and Spanish culture. Beginning level students focus on developing their oral and written proficiency, and intermediate, advanced and superior level students choose from a wide selection of Spanish culture course options. Language classes have a maximum of 15 students per class.

Students can earn 80-100 contact hours for summer 1 or 2 sessions, 120-150 contact hours for the summer 3 session, or, if they choose to combine sessions, student can earn up to 250 contact hours, depending on the configuration of terms and electives.

TRANSCRIPTS

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

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    Stephanni Greenan

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COURSE OFFERINGS

Beginning level students are required to take Spanish Grammar and Spanish Vocabulary, and may then choose to take one or two elective courses.

Intermediate, Advanced and Superior level students are required to take Spanish Grammar, and may then choose to take 2-3 elective 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.

Courses at Universidad de Salamanca (Summer Spanish Language and Culture Studies)

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Courses at Universidad de Salamanca (Summer Spanish Language and Culture Studies)

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Courses at Universidad de Salamanca (Summer Spanish Language and Culture Studies)

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Click here to find courses, syllabi, and more!

Courses at Universidad de Salamanca (Summer Spanish Language and Culture Studies)

For the most up-to-date course availability on this program, explore our Class Finder. Sort courses by term, area of study, and more!

Click here to find courses, syllabi, and more!

Courses at Universidad de Salamanca (Summer Spanish Language and Culture Studies)

For the most up-to-date course availability on this program, explore our Class Finder. Sort courses by term, area of study, and more!

Click here to find courses, syllabi, and more!

Highlights
  • Learn from highly experienced professors with tremendous experience teaching Spanish as a foreign language
  • Enroll with students from across the world!

API students in Salamanca can choose from two different housing options – students may choose to live with a host family or a residencia. Internet access is included in both options.

Students who choose to live with families generally share a double room with a fellow API student and are provided with three meals per day and laundry service. Families provide an amazing opportunity to experience Spanish culture firsthand. Host families serve as a unique introduction into Spanish culture and may be made up of a married couple with children, a divorced or widowed woman with children still at home, or a family with some members living at home and others living outside the home. Students can opt for a single room for an additional fee.

Students in Salamanca may also choose to live in a residencia. Residencias are usually small, family-run student residences that house international students and occasionally Spanish students. Traditionally 1-2 students share a bedroom, and a bathroom is shared by multiple students. All students have access to living, TV, and common areas. Residencias are generally co-ed and accommodate 2-30 students. Students are provided with three meals per day. Meals are not provided during school breaks and holidays.

Note: Housing between the fall and spring semesters is not included.

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