CEA CAPA Education Abroad in Alicante, Spain

My one month in Spain through the CEA CAPA program was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, I felt supported and welcomed, thanks to our amazing program advisor, Victoria. She was instrumental in helping us get acclimated to Spain, offering guidance and advice that made the transition smooth and stress-free. The housing was fantastic—comfortable, well-located, and provided a real sense of home during my time abroad.

The month itself was eye-opening in so many ways. I was able to fully immerse myself in Spanish culture, explore the beautiful city of Alicante, and connect with both locals and fellow students. Whether it was discovering new foods, learning about history, or just soaking in the daily life, every moment felt like a new adventure. It was a perfect balance of academics, exploration, and personal growth. Overall, this program was an amazing experience that broadened my perspective and left me with memories I will cherish forever.

Studying abroad in Alicante was one of the best decisions I have made. The experience was incredible and I wish I could have stayed longer. The excursions and field trips that CEA planned for us were so helpful and fun. We got to know cities around Alicante and became immersed in the Spanish culture. I loved the food, the beaches, the locals, the new stores, and learning many new things. The festivals in the spring and summer are fascinating to go and watch. I would recommend Alicante to anyone interested, as there are lots of things to see, transportation is easy to navigate, and the culture is incredible.

The Alicante Intensive Spanish Language program was an incredible experience! The immersion in Alicante, a beautiful coastal city in Spain, provided the perfect balance of intensive language learning and cultural exploration. The classes were challenging but very effective, and the small class sizes allowed for personal connection with the lovely spanish teachers. I could feel my Spanish improving daily, especially with the opportunities to practice outside of class with locals. Alicante isn’t overwhelmed with tourists, so I got to experience the culture more naturally. From exploring the historic Castillo de Santa Barbara to enjoying the beaches and local festivals, there was always something exciting to do. The program also offered excursions to Isla Tabarca and the beautiful mountain town of Guadalest. We also did a city tour, paella cooking class, and wine tasting as a group, which were all so much fun. I felt very safe and comfortable in Alicante, and the public transportation was amazing! We were given metro/bus cards so we could easily get anywhere in the city, and the metro ran up and down the coast, so we could explore different nearby beach towns. Overall, the Alicante Intensive Spanish Language program was a fantastic choice for anyone looking to improve their Spanish quickly while enjoying the rich culture of a less touristy but vibrant part of Spain. I highly recommend it!

My time abroad in Alicante was nothing short of amazing. The city is a perfect blend of all the amenities found in a big city with a small-town feel. The locals are incredibly welcoming, and I felt truly immersed in the culture living with my host family. The CEA CAPA staff were some of the most positive, caring, and helpful people I have ever met. They were always reachable, frequently checked in on how we were doing, and very knowledgeable of the city. Every excursion was also super fun and still educational and relating to what we were learning about in class. By the end of the program, I never wanted to leave!

My experience was so unique because I had the opportunity to stay in a homestay and be completely immersed in the Spanish language and culture! In addition, for my specific program, excursions were completely planned and coordinated beforehand, which took a lot of stress off my shoulders in such a new environment! I loved Alicante because it has a lot of rich culture, history, and tourist sites! The people there are so friendly and welcoming, and after a couple weeks into the program it felt like home! I loved how organized and safe the program felt, and I would definitely go abroad with CEA CAPA again!

Studying abroad is something I had wanted to do for as long as I could remember. Getting this opportunity was an absolute dream and CEA CAPA made it so incredibly easy and so much fun. For this location specifically, my on campus advisors were so involved and planed so many fun trips and activities for us to do to learn more about the culture and city we lived in. One thing I recommend if you are planning on studying abroad in Alicante is to not live on campus. You get to experience to much more of the culture and local lifestyle when living in the city apartments. Plus the public transportation is incredible but again speak to the advisors about recommendations, they were so helpful when I made my decision.

My time studying abroad was genuinely one of the most influential periods of time in my life so far. Not only did I grow in my academic field of Hispanic Studies, but I also grew so much as a person. During this time I realized how capable I was and my confidence grew immensely. Studying abroad can definitely be a scary experience, however, CEA CAPA supported me throughout my time abroad so that I did not worry about the little things, but was able actually enjoy the little things throughout my trip.

I completed CEA CAPA’s month long program in Alicante. I was there during the summer and it was an amazing time. I took two different Spanish courses and being immersed in the culture helped me so much. I became so confident when speaking to the locals and the town was beautiful. It was a perfect size and my apartment was walking distance to the beach. The excursions that CEA planned were so much fun and everyone that I met through the program was so nice. The onsite staff was so helpful and answered any questions that came up. I would highly recommend!