CIEE Summer Intensive Spanish Language in Alicante, Spain

Name: CIEE Summer Intensive Spanish Language in Alicante, Spain
Brand: CIEE
SKU: 67196
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

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Location

Spain
- Alicante

Term

Summer

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

Spanish

Pricing

Starting Price

5000

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: Mar 25, 2020

Last Reviewed: Jun 27, 2019

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About Program

Improve your language skills in the beautiful coastal city of Alicante, where you’ll immerse yourself in the sounds of Spanish all day long by living with a host family. You’ll get a taste of Spanish life on the Mediterranean coast too. Spend free time having conversations on the beach, watching the palm trees sway, and exploring sea caves.

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Program Highlights

TAKE AN OVERNIGHT EDUCATIONAL LANGUAGE STUDY TOUR to one of the most emblematic cities in Spain.
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE CULTURE by living with a Spanish family.
FIND THE PERFECT LEVEL OF SPANISH instruction for your needs.

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This program was great! The best part about this summer language program is the balance between classes and time for exploring your new city. The language intensive program offers an incredible learning experience for those trying to improve on their Spanish speaking skills. Additionally, you will have numerous opportunities for exploring and traveling freely. CIEE organized multiple excursions and cultural events throughout the program. Alicante itself is a wonderful city full of history and beautiful sights. Who doesn't love the beach? You'll be racing to see everything in Alicante during your 8 weeks here, but CIEE will make it a breeze. The CIEE staff was great during the application process, but once you arrive, you'll realize that the on-site staff is incredible as well. Safety and support while abroad were covered amazingly by the Alicante CIEE staff!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?

The most surprising thing I experienced was the week of the Hogueras. After this incredible week, the firework show on the beach begins and lasts for 5 days!

The eight weeks I spent living in Alicante, Spain with the CIEE Summer Intensive Spanish Language program were some of the best of my life. The city itself is beautiful, surrounded by mountains and beaches, and very easy to navigate. There is also something to do, whether its going to the beach, climbing to the castle, or just trying a new "helado" place. My host family was so generous and welcoming. I got to travel all around Spain with an amazing group of friends. And I did it all while improving my Spanish!!

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Questions & Answers

Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Why did you choose this program?

I wanted a very Spanish-intensive program. Other programs that I looked into either weren't long enough, didn't have homestays, or required that I take non-Spanish classes, but CIEE met all of my requirements. It didn't hurt that Alicante happened to be on the coast either!

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

I did the majority of organizing on my own, but it is not stressful. CIEE makes it a very pain-free process for the participants.

I learned about and applied to CIEE on my own, then only needed Notre Dame's assistance with approving my application. The university also provided me with some abroad insurance and advice. After that, I booked flights, selected classes, etc. on my own.

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

Build a strong relationship with your host family from the start! If they've agreed to do this, then they are excited to have you and eager to help you. Even if you don't think your Spanish is very good, ask about them and their lives, tell them about yourself, and by the time you leave, you'll know you have a second family halfway around the world.

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

My average day consisted of going to class in the mornings, coming home to eat lunch with my host family, meeting up with friends at the beach, and returning for dinner with my host family. I was able to travel every weekend, so those days were always different and fun!

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 was my lack of Spanish skills, and to be honest, it was hard to overcome. Upon arrival, I was still a little hesitant to speak, but that quickly changed as I realized that no one cared if I talked a little slowly or made a grammatical error. It is so much better for me, and more fun, to just practice, practice, practice, not sit on the sidelines timidly.

What was your biggest takeaway from studying abroad?

You can find something in common with/connect with anyone, anywhere. My classmates were from all over the United States, went to various schools, and had completely different backgrounds - but four weeks in, it felt like we had been best friends for years.

My host family and I didn't speak the same (first) language, didn't have the same customs, live half a world apart, and yet we bonded over our loves for tennis and chocolate. This aspect of humanity is a special and amazing thing.

About CIEE

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