- Cuba
- Havana
About Program
Immerse yourself in the beauty, culture, and history of Havana, Cuba. You will take classes in Spanish at University of Havana, alongside other international students. Advanced students may also include classes with Cuban students in their schedules. Spend a semester studying Spanish language and Cuban culture, and taking classes in literature, art, history, political science, linguistics, sociology, philosophy and more. Spanish Studies Abroad's on-site Resident Director provides ongoing support during your program, and cultural immersion through activities and study tours. Experience Cuban home life with a welcoming host family in a casa particular.
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Program Highlights
- Semester and January Term programs for university students
- Local speaking partner (intercambio)
- "Spanish Only" policy
- Local and overnight excursions to immerse yourself in the culture
- Stay with a local host family to experience Cuba's tradition of hospitality
Scholarships

Spanish Studies Abroad Financial Aid
Spanish Studies Abroad has awarded over $230,000 in scholarships since 2001 via its two scholarships, the Merit-Based Scholarship and the Diversity Scholarship, for academic programs in Spain, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Argentina. The Merit-Based Scholarship to Spain is awarded to one student who shares “a personal life story that demonstrates [their] dedication to learning Spanish and how [they] have gone above and beyond in [their] acquisition of the language,” in a 400-to-500-word essay.