Spain Semester: Jan 9 – May 21, 2025
About the Trip
| Dates of Program: | Jan 9 – May 21, 2025 |
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| Price: | $7,500* |
| Application Deadline (Scholarship & Program): | Sept 1, 2024 |
| Billing: | Spring 16 Dec, 2024 |
| Who is it for: | Second semester Sophomores/possible for some Juniors |
| Leaders: | Wei Liu, PhD [Book an appointment] |
Why Go 🌟
The program offers a semester-long study abroad program at Comillas Pontifical University in Madrid. You will have time to explore Spanish culture, develop your Spanish language skills from any level, and appreciate the rich diversity that comprises Madrid’s communities.
Tour the world-famous museums, botanical gardens, and experience vibrant city life in one of the world’s most influential capital cities, impacting languages and cultures around the world, through history and still today.
The thriving Illinois partnership with this institution means you may meet other Illini to learn and travel with during your stay.
Learning Outcomes
Build a professional network with international peers and professionals
Develop a deeper understanding of Spanish education, culture, and history
Improve cross-cultural communication skills
Understand global issues from a European perspective
Enhance Spanish language proficiency
Excursions
In addition to your own travel, you will be invited to participate in the spring break travel excursions when the College of Education spring break trip comes to visit you in Madrid. You will be included in meals, excursions, and tours at no additional cost to you.