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CEA CAPA Education Abroad in Seville, Spain

Name: CEA CAPA Education Abroad in Seville, Spain
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Rating: 4.96 (89 reviews)

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CEA CAPA Education Abroad in Seville, Spain

CEA CAPA Education Abroad

4.96 · 89 reviews

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Spain
- Seville

Term

Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter

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Provider

Degree Level

High School Diploma Associates Bachelors

Housing

Apartment Dormitory Host Family

Language

English

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Price Details

Included: Personalized Pre-departure Advising; Tuition & Registration; Travel Medical Insurance; Onsite Orientation; Housing; Volunteer Opportunities; On-site Staff Support; Excursions and Cultural Engagement; Host Institution Services & Amenities and more. Scholarships available.

What's Included

Some Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers

Last Updated: Sep 29, 2025

Last Reviewed: Apr 08, 2026

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About Program

Study or intern in the heart of Al-Andalus culture: Seville. This small city offers a down-to-earth lifestyle and a relaxed atmosphere that allows you to dive into Andalusian culture and still have time to focus on your academic and professional goals in style.

Increase your global competence with a quarter, semester, or academic year spent in Seville! CEA CAPA has a broad range of courses available at partner universities: Pablo de Olavide, University of Seville, and EUSA University Center; or at the CEA CAPA Seville Center, located near the Giralda of Seville Cathedral and the walls of the Moorish Alcazar.

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COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

Students praise the program’s supportive staff, immersive housing options, and well-planned cultural excursions that deepen language skills and local connections.

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

BIPOC Support

CEA CAPA provides, in conjunction with Diversity Abroad, Destination Guides which provide resources and tips for Black/African-American students, Latinx students, Asian American students, and all other students of color.

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LGBTQIA+ Support

Through our personalized advising, CEA CAPA takes steps to understand the needs of a diversity of student identities like the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition to diversity and identity training, CEA CAPA leadership engage in continuous department level project work to identify and revise policies and practices using the appropriate Justice, Equity, Diversity or Inclusion lens as a frame to reduce bias and barriers that impact students, faculty, and staff. CEA CAPA is intentional in elevating diverse student voices and providing a platform for a broad array of identities to share their experiences abroad. The CEA CAPA World Blog promotes stories and personal experiences from the perspectives of diverse student bloggers and vloggers.

Neurodivergent Support

CEA CAPA is willing and able to assist students with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. Students are requested to disclose disabilities through the application health forms as part of their application and in discussion with their application advisor or program manager. The earlier CEA CAPA is made aware of learning or physical disabilities the better we can work with the student, institution, and overseas team to tailor an Individualized Education Program if necessary to support the student.

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Sustainability

CEA CAPA makes a conscious effort to create study abroad experiences that leave a positive impact on host communities. Each location implements a variety of strategies to support the local community and promote sustainability. Examples include:

Use of recycling bins in Study Center locations and in CEA CAPA housing

Signage in CEA CAPA housing urging students to limit water and electricity usage

Students are often given reusable bags and water bottles upon arrival to limit single plastic use

Students are provided with instructions for acquiring transportation passes to promote use of public transportation rather than taxis

Program Highlights

Hands-on learning experiences that transform the world abroad into a classroom
Personalized Pre-Departure Advising, including visa and immigration support
Courses offered in English that fulfill major and general graduation requirements
Comprehensive on-site support, including 24/7 emergency phone
Career workshops, Internships Abroad, and Alumni Ambassador positions

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Academics 4.1
Support 4.95
Fun 4.9
Housing 4.75
Safety 4.95

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I loved my experience studying abroad in Seville! I felt as though the city was the perfect size for what I was looking for, and I constantly found new things to try out. CEA Capa was very supportive and I created strong relationships with my professors and CEA Capa staff during my time abroad. I also met so many amazing friends through my program! Seville is very walkable and I loved exploring the city by walking or biking with my friends. I also loved how Seville has an accessible and easy to navigate airport for traveling.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?

The most nerve-racking moment for me was leaving to study abroad. I was unsure of what the semester would look like for me, and how I would adjust being so far away from home. Upon arrival I felt instantly welcome and at home in Seville.

I absolutely loved the city of Sevilla. It was small enough to walk everywhere, but still felt like there was so much to see. It has such a rich history, and I enjoyed getting to know every part of it. I felt completely safe all the time, and I made the best friends. The people in Sevilla are so nice, even when you struggle with your Spanish. If you are looking for a going-out scene, you can definitely find it. There were tons of study abroad students from all different programs, so it was easy to find people to connect with. It was the perfect study abroad city!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?

At one of the restaurants in Sevilla, I ate kangaroo. I'm not one to go that far out of the box, but my friends encouraged me to try it. It ended up tasting like beef, so there was no big whoop in the end. I thought it was a cool experience, and now I get to tell people I've tried kangaroo!

Pros

Safety
Very community-based
Walkable

Cons

Spanish if you're an English-only speaker
There are some places you can't bike or drive, only walk

Studying Abroad in Sevilla was one of the best decisions I ever made in college. I decided to go abroad alone(with no one from my school) and although I was initially scared I do not regret it at all. I got to meet new people, make new friends, and connect with people of various different backgrounds all across the U.S. and world. Making new friends and experiencing the same thing with them (being abroad and traveling) is a memory I will never forget. Don't be afraid to try something new, just do it!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

Come with an open mind. Be open to trying new things and new activities with new people. Even if you would never think of doing certain things back at home, be open and try them abroad!!

Pros

Cultural immersion
Beautiful city

Studying abroad in Sevilla has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life. Living closely with three strangers and my Señora pushed me far outside my comfort zone and strengthened my Spanish through daily conversations at home and in the community. Sharing home-cooked meals, adapting to busy city life, and exploring historic streets, parks, and plazas changed my perspective. I grew more confident, independent, and culturally aware. Sevilla no longer feels foreign—it feels like a second home that has shaped who I am.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

Remain open-minded and seek out new experience constantly.

Pros

Welcoming, warm community
Central European location for travel
Splendid weather (after heat of summer months)

Cons

Summer heat
Less diversity

I was fortunate to get a scholarship through the University of Alabama and CEA CAPA so I essentially got to go abroad for free. I have never traveled outside of the south, let alone go without my family. CEA CAPA supported me throughout my journey and helped me connect with people along the way. I was able to visit 5 countries while abroad, with people I had only just met. It was a journey of a lifetime that I would love to return to. I got to live in the oldest part of our neighborhood, I was expected to be greeted with distaste, but I was accepted with open arms into the culture.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?

When visiting Italy, I went with a girl I had known for a week! We started our journey by sleeping in the Rome airport, then being separated on buses and staying awake for 24+ hours. Later on we even got separated on a train, with no cell reception. luckily It all worked out and we were able to laugh it out. I was very stressful considering it was also my birthday.

Pros

gained problem solving skills
character development
its a funny story to tell now

Cons

It was really scary!
I got homesick
It was nerve racking to travel with new people.

Seville was the best city I could have ever studied abroad in, and CEA CAPA was a huge part of why the experience was so positive. The program ensured everything would be handled for us before departure. Arriving in Seville, I met fellow students, and we took an airport shuttle (provided by CEA CAPA) to our assigned housing. Seville is one of the most beautiful cities I have ever visited, and I am so grateful to have spent a semester there. It is incredibly traditional and historic, steeped in southern Spanish culture. We experienced many culture shocks as American students, but the program made sure we would be prepared for them and not take them negatively. Instead, we accepted them as part of the experience.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?

Meeting my host family for the first time was one of the scariest moments of my semester. I was on the airport shuttle bus the program provided, dropping all of us off at our housing placements, and as I realized it was my turn, my stomach was in knots. I thought to myself, this is the family I am living with for four months, and I don't know how I'm going to communicate with them because I can't speak any Spanish. As soon as I met my host mom, though, all of my worries went away. Yes, I couldn't understand her very well and was struggling to respond to her questions, but I could tell she was incredibly kind and would be very helpful. She made sure I felt at home and that if I had any issues or problems with anything, to let her know.

Pros

Meeting new friends
Experiencing new cultures (language, food, social dynamics)
Improving my Spanish language skills

Cons

Time table culture shocks
Understanding the social dynamics of Spain
Missing my family and friends back home

My new friends celebrating our love for the city

My study abroad experience in Seville, Spain was truly the best decision I have ever made. I was very hesitant at first because it is very uncommon for people to go abroad their first year of college, but choosing to go transformed my life in ways I never expected. The experience was unique because it pushed me far outside my comfort zone while also giving me the space to grow personally, academically, and spiritually. I learned how to navigate daily life in another country, from grocery shopping to commuting to class, and by the end I was switching between English and Spanish naturally. I made lifelong friends, became more independent, and even discovered my career path by deciding to pursue accounting with international business and a Spanish minor. Studying abroad also deepened my Catholic faith, especially during Semana Santa, where I experienced traditions and history that were incredibly meaningful as a recent convert. The strong sense of community, work life balance, and emphasis on relationships in Spain gave me a new perspective on what I value in life. Traveling to multiple countries and cities, volunteering, participating in excursions, and meeting lifelong friends made this abroad experience unforgettable. What made it especially unique was how much it changed me. I left more curious, confident, and excited about learning and life. By the end, I was hesitant to leave, and I would do it all again in a heartbeat, which is why I am studying abroad again next year!!

What was your funniest moment?

My funniest moment is when I was coming back from a night out with my friends and they decided to jump in the fountain! Definitely unforgettable.

Pros

The teachers and staff were very supportive.
The city was not too overwhelming and was very culturally immersive.
There were many meaningful excursions and travel opportunities.

Cons

The adjustment period/time difference at the beginning was challenging.
The language barrier could be frustrating at times, but the people were very nice and accomodating.
Being far from home was sometimes difficult emotionally.

While abroad, I had hoped to gain a unique experience as an 18 year old, and a unique experience I had! I had a great time trying tapas, traveling, and learning more about the History of Seville. Moreover, the classes were engaging, my favorite being International Business and Art and Architecture of Seville. It was really fun to meet people both in my program and other students from Spain. Overall, I can say with 100% certainty that this experience provided not only personal growth but professional development as well.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

My advice to future travelers would be to plan trips in advance. My hesitation towards doing this was that I wanted to see what others in my group were doing, but it would have been just as easy for me to plan things before and then invite people on the trips. Time flies, and it can be hard to set aside time for planning.

Pros

Learning more history and about another culture
Trying new foods!
Meeting new people and making lifelong friends.

Cons

Away from your friends and family back home.
Can be hard to adjust to living in another place at first.

Questions & Answers

Alumni Interviews

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Why did you choose this program?

I chose CEA because they offered a great curriculum for me to complete my General Education courses and my Spanish minor abroad in Seville, Spain. Also, I loved the housing options, excursions, and fun activities included in the program.

What did your program provider assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

Cal Poly Study Abroad provided me with information in choosing a specific program and showing me the next steps that followed with applying for a specific program.

I'm glad I chose CEA because they helped me out a lot with the pre-departure process such as getting a visa, packing list, safety training, etc. I barely had to organize anything on my own because CEA offered a ton of assistance and guidance throughout the whole process.

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What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

Really try and make friends with locals because they will teach you a lot about their culture and language. It's important to be friendly and patient when traveling abroad because you will run into many situations where you need to make an effort to learn a new language/talk to stranger to get help in navigating around the city, finding a place to eat, needing advice for things to do, sights to see, etc.

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

My classes abroad were only Mondays - Thursdays and on some weekends I would travel to other countries/cities. During the week I would go to class, go shopping, sight-see, do homework at coffee shops, try new foods/beverages, etc.

I loved being able to walk everywhere in Seville. After class, my friend and I would wander through the little streets of Seville and find new shops, restaurants, parks, etc.

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

My biggest fear abroad was being able to be on my own and independent in a different country. It helped that I spoke the Spanish language, however, it is really intimidating speaking to local Spaniards that are experts in the Spanish language.

The first two weeks I was very cautious while walking places and knew to download a map in order to find my way around. I overcame my fear by being confident in talking with Spaniards and walking every day in order to get myself familiarized with the city.

Is there anything you wish you would have done differently?

The only thing I would have different abroad is traveling more around Spain. I visited 10 countries while I was abroad and mostly traveled on the weekends. However, when I arrived to Seville in September, I should have traveled more in Spain in September and October since those months are great weather. I think it is important to get familiarized with Spanish culture all over so that you get the full experience.

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2017 Alum

Kate Bromley

2016 Alum

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Carolina Cisneros

Program

CEA CAPA Education Abroad in Seville, Spain

Job Title

Academic Coordinator

Carolina Cisneros (Caro) is a native Sevillian who has fallen in love with her hometown and traditions as the Academic Coordinator at CEA Seville. She earned a master’s degree in English and a master’s in Teaching Spanish and other Modern Languages at the University of Seville, and her thesis has now been published.

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What position do you hold at CEA? What has been your career path so far?

I have been in the business for 12 years, working previously for another study abroad organization as resident director and faculty member. I made professional development exchanges with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Penn State University and University of Texas at Austin conducting academic research and projects. At CEA, I am responsible for the coordination of the placements for the International Service Learning, and am dedicated to internship development, consolidating agreements with Sevillian companies to provide internships in different areas.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

Professionalism and humanity. The role the staff and faculty members play in the curriculum development of the CEA students is crucial, not only in terms of academic factors, which help students grow professionally, but also in terms of affective values which make them feel comfortable and confident to make the most of their study abroad experiences. The students will always have their time abroad in their hearts, and CEA should contribute by having a part in this reality. Students will always link their unforgettable time with the help and support of the CEA staff and faculty.

What's the best story you've heard from a return student?

There are several really amazing stories to tell. Some of them are related to the professional development of the students once they continue on in their lives after their study abroad experiences. I remember a student who came back to Seville after graduating—she and I have been in contact since she left. She is a positive and energetic young woman whose main objective in life is teaching English. When she was in Seville, she was not sure about dedicating her life to teaching but, thanks to her study abroad experience, she realized that it was her dream.

What's your favorite traveling experience?

My favorite traveling experience took place two years ago when visiting a few friends in the U.S. I spent a month traveling through different states enjoying the pure and inner traditions small and big places offer. I experienced the values from the north, south, east and west of the country. I have a friend in New York and she showed me the local culture through the eyes of a New Yorker, taking me to non-touristy places. After a couple of weeks I took a flight to Los Angeles where my friend Charlie was waiting for me. There, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the Californian culture and experience situations that I had never imagined, such as attending a live TV show.

Aranoa Roldan

Student Services Coordinator

Mary Alice Soriero

SVQ CEA Study Center Academic Director

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CEA CAPA Education Abroad in Seville, Spain

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