CIEE Summer Language + Culture in Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Name: CIEE Summer Language + Culture in Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Brand: CIEE
SKU: 26458
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

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Location

Spain
- Palma de Mallorca

Term

Summer

Subject Areas

Biology Business Ecology Global Studies History Tourism

Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships

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Program Details

Program Type

Provider

Degree Level

Bachelors

Housing

Host Family

Language

English

Pricing

Starting Price

2000

Price Details

The program fee includes:

- Tuition and housing
- Pre-departure advising and optional on-site airport meet and greet
- Full-time program leadership and support
- Field trips and cultural activities
- CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits

CIEE also offers a wide variety of scholarships for participants; see website for details.

Last Updated: Oct 14, 2018

Last Reviewed: Jun 08, 2018

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About Program

Whether you’re looking to begin your study of Spanish, or you’re an intermediate to advanced student ready to take your Spanish proficiency to the next level, come spend your summer in beautiful Palma de Mallorca.

In Palma you’ll find intensive language instruction, and a rich selection of area studies electives that are supplemented with substantial interactive and experiential components. That means stepping out of the classroom into fieldwork that encourages learning by doing. And homestays, site visits, cultural activities and excursions will provide you with a unique academic and intercultural experience abroad.

Study abroad in Palma and you will:

- Study Spanish while living in the Mediterranean coastal city of Palma de Mallorca; all levels offered, including business Spanish

- Take classes which include visits to sites of socioeconomic, natural, and cultural importance related to tourism, the marine environment, history and traditions of the Mediterranean

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Those who are viewing this, if you are on the brink of studying abroad I would say go for it. It is worth every penny. It will be a trip you never forget. I would say I am one of the shyest people I know but with such a small group of people that go on this trip (10 total including me) you get a chance to learn everyone's names and get to know a little about everyone. I am writing this review 3 weeks in to my 4 week trip and I cannot say enough about the other students and the support we have here. My pre departure experience was phenomenal and coming here was even better! They worked with my through every step and were there with any and ALL concerns I had.

Coming here was an experience of a lifetime and I cannot stress how much it was worth it. I was lucky enough to get a few scholarships to help pay my way but I can tell you right now if I knew how good of an experience I would have I would have paid it in full with my own money. Experiencing a new culture is unexplainable and the way of life here is completely different than the way of life in the United States. The views were incredible, the people were incredible, and I fell in love with Palma. I would love to come back here and share all I have learned with loved ones!

Thank you to the CIEE team, my classmates, my host mom, and everyone I met on this wonderful trip! I will not forget this beautiful island.

What would you improve about this program?

I would have liked to see more initial bonding activities within the group

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Study abroad in Palma de Mallorca to experience a journey that will punch you out of your comfort zone. The culture, the people, the food, and the adventures will provide you with memories so sweet and special, and you will never forget your time here. I came back a more culturally aware and worldly human, with a greater appreciation for people around the world and a desire to return to the beautiful places that I was able to travel to. I will forever love Mallorca and will most definitely be back soon.

My summer abroad in Palma de Mallorca was by far one of the best experiences of my life. I initially chose the Palma program because it offered courses that would best align with my degree, however, after only a few days on the island I knew it was the perfect place to study abroad. Beaches, hiking, amazing food, friendly people, vibrant nightlife, etc…. Palma has much so much to offer. I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a once in a lifetime experience. In hopes of helping you choose a program, I will mention some of the highlights of Palma (but trust me, I won’t get close to covering them all)!

Fun: I spent most of my time after class hanging out at one of the beautiful beaches with my new friends, but some of my other friends often opted for hiking to see the beautiful views from atop the mountains. In addition to the diverse geography, there is also a vibrant nightlife. We enjoyed hanging out with locals at “Tapas Tuesday”, a night of the week where everyone goes to a particular neighborhood in Palma for cheap tapas and socialization. It was a great time to practice our Spanish!

Courses: I took Business Spanish during one month of the summer and Mediterranean Marine Environment during the second month. Business Spanish was extremely helpful in improving my language skills as the class was conducted entirely in Spanish. Mediterranean Marine Environment was a very hands-on class, involving many field trips to snorkel and learn more about the Mediterranean.

Transportation: The island of Mallorca has a great transportation system! You can walk nearly anywhere in Palma, but if you’d like to take a day trip to another part of the island, there is a central bus station in Palma that will take you anywhere on the island. On the weekends we often took the buses to other beaches or towns for exploring.

People: The people of Palma are all so friendly and fun! I had the most loving homestay mother who made me feel right at home and even took me out for fun activities! The program directors go above and beyond to make sure everything goes smoothly for you. They truly care so much for each student and would do absolutely anything for you. Also, you really will make friendships that last a lifetime. None of us knew anyone else going on the program beforehand, but within a few days we were all great friends and did almost everything together during our time in Palma.

I am not usually one to write a review, but I wanted to make sure no one overlooked this study abroad program. I cannot wait to go back to Palma de Mallorca. :)

What would you improve about this program?

Everything is perfect about this program.

Questions & Answers

Are the high school students somewhat supervised during the “nightlife” activities ?

I'm sure every trip is set up somewhat differently but during my trip we were paired with 2 students who attended the college we were studying at. These two students were with us during the scheduled "nitghtlife" activities. They were there to show us the "hotspots" when they were asked. Other than those scheduled times (twice during the 6 week trip) we were free to go about the city at our...

By Hansen Karyakose on February 4, 2019

Alumni Interviews

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Why did you choose this program?

I chose this program because I have always had a passion for cooking. The idea of learning and developing my skills in a different country wasn't an opportunity I could pass up. The location of this program was also an awesome plus. Living and studying on an island for 4 weeks seemed like a great experience and was something that drew me in.

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

My university has an International Education office which houses the Study Abroad program advisers. Once I took interest in studying abroad, they paired me up with an adviser who was there for me every step of the way – from picking my program to making sure my flight accommodations were scheduled and underway. I had to initiate my decision to study abroad as well as the paperwork and forms that came with this experience, but I knew they would be there to help me if I had any issues.

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

It is essential to pack lighter than you think you need. I know this is easier said than done, but a smart thing to do would be to bring multiple items that can be mixed and matched with each other. You won't be worried about wearing the same thing throughout the weeks because you'll be too busy with other things you are trying to pack in the weeks you are there. Also, take into account how much you will be buying in the country you are in. It would be a good idea to leave room in your carry-on or leave about 5-10 pounds in your checked bag so you don't have to worry about checking another bag and the fees that would come with that on your trip home.

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

There is always something to look forward to through the weeks of the program. The way my program was set up, they gave us a schedule for the entire four weeks ahead of time. There were excursions weekly and then other events put on with the local university students. These events included shopping, going out for drinks, short bike tours, and local visits to the beaches.

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 initially was transferring from airport to airport and making my connecting flights. This was a very stressful process if the student has not traveled much before. This was my first time overseas, and I was traveling alone. However, after the first few flights, I realized that people at the airport are more than willing to help. Also, the language barrier is something that is easily overcome with workers at tourist information booths who usually speak multiple languages.

How did you overcome the idea of going someplace new alone and not knowing anyone?

The idea of studying abroad was initially on my mind because I wanted to try something outside of my comfort zone. I wanted to expand my horizons and try something new and exciting that would develop me as an individual. I knew that it comes with scary and challenging processes.

I just had to tell myself that everyone was in the same boat as me coming in and that no one knew each other. Thankfully, we all ended up being very good friends. If you just be yourself and put yourself out there, other students will be drawn to the idea that you want to go on the same experience they did. You already have more in common with these people than they think.

About CIEE

A nonprofit, non-governmental organization, CIEE is the world leader in international study and exchange programs. For more than 75 years, CIEE has helped thousands of students, professionals, and educators gain the knowledge and skills necessary to live and work in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world by offering the most...