Overview

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad offers a summer abroad program at Nebrija University in conjunction with Active Learning Abroad for in-country support and services. GlobaLinks Learning Abroad has designed this summer program in Madrid with your individual student goals in mind. It is built around a unique Discovery Model which is delivered by some of the best staff in study abroad, both in the U.S. and overseas, in order to provide you with an individualized experience through discovery in 5 key areas: personal, academic, cultural, social, and professional. Learn more about the Discovery Model.

Nebrija University is a private and independent university that takes its name from the 15th century humanist who published the first grammar of the Spanish language in 1492. The Centro de Estudios Hispánicos Antonio de Nebrija has three decades of experience in the teaching of and research in Spanish as a Foreign Language. All instructors are native speakers and specialists in Spanish language, literature, history, politics, or art. As a university with an international mission, most of their degrees are offered in a bilingual mode (Spanish and English). They have both native speakers and Spaniards with experience in multinational firms and institutions, all with years of experience teaching their specializations in English.

Nebrija is a small university (around 3,000 students) with a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1. Students are given individual attention and facilities are located in Madrid university area (Dehesa de La Villa campus where programs are taught, with easy access via metro and bus) and in the outskirts of the city (Berzosa Campus) in a natural park area. Nebrija receives more than 500 international students each year.

Nebrija University is recognized and accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Education as a granting degree high learning institution.
 

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Location

Madrid, the capital of Spain since 1561, is a cosmopolitan city of 3.2 million people, and covers a metropolitan area of 5 million people. It is well known for its hospitality and openness, since many of its inhabitants comes from other cities of Spain and the world. It is always easy to feel at home in Madrid.

Madrid is Spain’s major business and financial center and home of many large Spanish and international companies in the Iberian Peninsula. It is also the seat of the government of Spain, and one of the liveliest cities in Europe, combining cultural and leisure activities for all tastes. Its impressive cultural heritage combines the historic with the modern, and is evident in its museums (Prado, Reina Sofia, Thyssen-Bornemisza) and monuments (Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, Cibeles Fountain, Puerta de Alcalá, Neptuno Plaza).

Located at the geographical center of Spain, Madrid is the perfect place to travel to other parts of Spain - Barcelona, Seville, Valencia, Costa del Sol (by high speed train); Toledo, Segovia, Salamanca (by bus or train); or to other cities in Europe - Paris, London, Rome, Amsterdam – all in a 2 hour flight.
 

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Academic Highlights

Language and Culture Program Overview

• Minimum GPA: 2.50
• Language of instruction: Spanish and English
• Language requirements: None. Open to all levels.
• Place of instruction: Dehesa de la Villa Campus of Nebrija University
• Participants: International students
• Upon arrival students take a placement exam to determine language proficiency

Students must take a Spanish Language Course, at their proper level, and choose one elective among courses in Spanish and English for a total of 90 hours (2 courses) per session. Elective classes are offered in Spanish or English instruction and all have an emphasis on Spanish studies. Click here to view complete course catalog.  

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Housing

Students may choose from the following housing options: homestay, residence halls, or shared apartments. We always try to provide students with their first housing choice, but we cannot guarantee it. It is why we recommend students apply in advance so they have a better chance to obtain their preferred option.

Homestay

Staying with a host family is a way to enrich student’s experience and to reinforce the knowledge gained during the program. We select our families carefully and have known them for years. All of them have extensive experience accommodating foreign students. Upon arrival students receive a key of the house so they may come and go as they please. Students will be able to receive telephone calls, but most likely will not be able to have guests over. Two daily meals are provided and one laundry load per week.

Residence

This is an off-campus student’s residence. Spaniards and international students are residents of this option mostly in double rooms, depending on availability some singles may be offered as well. Kitchen and bathroom may be private or shared. There are also common areas. Usually, the residence offers laundry facilities and meals may or may not be included. 

Shared Apartment

These apartments are shared by international students. They have single and double bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with cooking utensils, washing machine, refrigerator, and shared bathrooms. Students must respect building community rules and maintain the apartment in decent conditions. The price of accommodation includes the cost of utilities (electricity, gas, water) within reasonable expending and, in most cases, a weekly cleaning of the communal areas. Meals are not included.
 

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University Services

Nebrija provides a university ID to students to access libraries, computer labs (campus also has WiFi), sports club, and conversation exchange with native Spanish speakers at the University. Nebrija also organizes cultural visits to the most relevant museums and historical sites in Madrid and, at extra fee, students may participate in excursions to other cities in Spain.

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Overseas Staff and Support

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad and Active Learning Abroad have forged a unique partnership to provide high quality study abroad opportunities in Spain. Active Learning Abroad (ALA) is GlobaLinks’ partner and overseas office for all students studying for a summer or semester at a university in Spain. The ALA offices and staff in Barcelona, Sevilla, Salamanca, and Madrid work closely with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad staff in the U.S. to provide all students with services and support throughout the experience. This ensures that each student is ensured an individualized experience both during the pre-departure stage and while in country. The ALA team in Spain delivers the Bridging Cultures Program onsite and Discovery Activities throughout the semester or summer and are also available 24/7 for emergency support.

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Excursions

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad and Active Learning Abroad will provide excursions to all students participating in a summer abroad program. This will allow students to get familiar with some of the most interesting cities and areas in Spain from cultural, artistic, and historic perspectives. Summer students generally have one overnight trip and one day excursion during their program. Below are some examples of previous excursions. Please note not all excursions will be offered each term and locations are subject to change.

Barcelona

Barcelona is a cosmopolitan, avant garde city in the North East of Spain on the Mediterranean coast. It is famous for its artistic works and culture and represents the spirit of the different Mediterranean peoples that have formed its present personality. Barcelona has many museums and architectural creations that will captivate its visitors. Barcelona’s mild climate and its cosmopolitan atmosphere are other two reasons to spend some time there.

Toledo

Toledo was the capital of Visigoth Spain during the Middle Ages, which explains its impressive medieval architecture. The city is famous for its rich history and for the coexistence of the Christian, Islamic, and Jewish cultures. In the Middle Ages, Toledo was the European capital for the study of languages and natural sciences. Its privileged location, and the natural turn of the of the Tagus River, together with its continuous population from ages ago, create a unique city in which beautiful and harmonious buildings of an array of architectural styles.
 

Segovia

The old city of Segovia is located at the top of a promontory, originally for defensive purposes, and offers a series of magnificent monuments to its visitors. The most impressive one is the Roman aqueduct. It is one of the most prefect examples of Roman civil architecture, and it was build around 1st century BC. The city is full of medieval and renaissance examples of civil, military and religious architecture among which the Alcázar (fortress) and Cathedral stand out.

Granada

The city of the Alhambra was the last Muslim city in Spain to be retaken from the Arabs by the Catholic Monarchs in 1492. At the foothills of Sierra Nevada and 30 minutes away from the Tropical coast of the province Granada offers endless opportunities for visitors to immerse themselves in the old Muslim and Jewish quarters of the city and visit the traditional gypsy caves of El Sacromonte where the purest flamenco is performed.

Cuenca

The most breathtaking combination of nature and architecture can be seen in Cuenca´s famous “Hanging Houses”, which perch above the deep gorges that surround the town. Inside the houses one may visit the Museum of Spanish Abstract Art and a restaurant, which gives its name to the monument.

Valencia

It is the capital of the Valencia region and the Spanish Costa Blanca. This Mediterranean city, which is the third largest city in Spain, is known for creating the Spanish dish paella. The old medieval town and the modern Palacio de las Artes y las Ciencias provide visitors with a mixture of old and new architecture expressions. Do not forget to stroll along the Malvarrosa beach and enjoy the social life the city offers.

 

El Escorial

Built in 1557 during the kingdom of Philip II, El Escorial is a temple in honor of San Lorenzo. It is a magnificent mausoleum and a combination of temple, pantheon, and study center and meditation refuge. The great expounders of the Humanism of the Renaissance helped the King accomplish his project which was defined by reason, symmetry and balance, without forgetting even for a moment the all important austerity he desired. The Monastery can be considered a symbol of the power of the Spanish empire in the 16th Century. The Mausoleum of the Kings holds the remains of all the Spanish monarchs from Charles I to Alfonso XIII.

Ground transportation, entrance fees, and guided tours are included in program fees for all excursions. Hotel accommodation and breakfast are also included in all overnight excursions.
 

Other Tours and Travel Available

Beyond our included orientation and excursions, you will be able to pre-book a wide variety of day, weekend, and week-long tours at a discounted price through our travel partner, STA Travel. These trips provide the ultimate flexibility for you to travel where you want to go, when you want to go, and with whom you want to go. Most trips have open dates, so you can pre-book the trip(s) that interest you, yet choose your dates later on once you’re abroad. This flexibility also means friends that you make from other countries/programs or even your friends and family who are visiting you abroad can also participate. Learn more>

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Enhance Your Experience Online

Global Citizen Development

The new Global Citizen Development modules are online learning components designed to help you explore your study abroad destination and experience at a whole new level. These modules are not mandatory; however, we strongly encourage your participation as they will introduce you to the opportunities and challenges you may encounter when participating in a study abroad program, as well as expose you to cultural insights and knowledge about your host country to help make your program abroad even more successful and fulfilling. Through the 3 modules, you will refine your skills in cross-cultural observation, adaptation, and communication.
 

Course Catalog

To determine if the classes you need are available at this university, select Courses/Subjects to view the specific course options.

Tips: For advice on navigating the university’s course catalog, use the Selecting Courses link. You may also view the suggested grade and credit transfer information through the Grade Conversion.

If you have any questions about course availability, please contact [email protected].  

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Fees

Fee Includes

All fees are quoted in US Dollars unless otherwise specifically stated. Fee includes tuition, multiple excursions, health insurance, orientation, and official transcript from Nebrija. International airfare, visa (if required), meals, books, and personal expenses and excursions are an additional cost.

 * Apartment housing without meals. 

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GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Program Team

	Program Manager Carrie Davis [email protected] 1-800-980-0033 x136
	Program Assistant Corey Westbury [email protected] 1-800-980-0033 X 143
	Resident Director Arturo Jarque [email protected]
	Resident Coordinator Gracia Bocanegra [email protected]