Madrid, Spain
USAC Program
Program Focus - Spanish Studies
Email Address - usac@unr.edu
Program Dates
Submit an application before the Application Deadline.
University Affiliation - La Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (enrollment of 10,000)
The Universidad Rey Juan Carlos is a relatively new public university. There are three separate campuses and USAC classes are held at the campus located in the Vicalvaro neighborhood, which is easily accessible via the subway. The majority of the study body are Law and Social Science majors.
USAC Enrollment Limit - 90
GPA Requirement - 2.5 (USAC), 2.75 (Loyola)
Madrid and Spain - Madrid is a city of approximately 4 million inhabitants and is one of the liveliest capital cities of Europe. The capital of Spain since 1562, is locted on the geographic center of the Iberian Peninsula. Due to its central location and high altitude, the climate of Madrid is characterized by warm summers and cool winters. Its location at the center of Spain also makes it a good starting point for any trip to other cities in Spain, such as Cordoba, Seville, Barcelona, or Valencia. There are many buses and trains that connect Madrid with other parts of Spain and neighboring countries: Portugal, Grance and Andorra.
Madrid is a city of great monuments. Among its highlights are the medieval center dating back to the Habsburg Empire and the Prado Museum. The city combines ancient buildings with the most modern skyscrapers designed by world-renowned architects. In the same fashion, you may eat in a century old restaurant or choose a fast food restaurant. Madrid is a melting pot for all regions of Spain and, yet had maintained its own, well-defined character. (Portions taken from the web site www.red2000.com/spain/madrid/index.html,)
Courses - Intensive Language Studies- The intensive approach allows students to fulfill two years of university foreign language coursework in only one semester. Qualified student may meet Spanish minor or major requirements. The courses are grouped into tracks. Students with uncertain levels are tested when they arrive to assure proper placement.
- Track I - Elementary/Intermediate Spanish
- Track II - Intermediate Spanish and Spanish Composition
- Track III - Advanced Spanish and Spanish Composition, Spanish Literature Courses, Business Spanish
- Track IV - Advance Spanish, Literature Courses, Stylistics, Conversation, Business Spanish
Electives - Students may also select elective courses
Spring Semester
- Art History (in Spanish)
- Contemporary Spanish Cinema (in Spanish)
- Folkdance (in English and Spanish)
- Foreign Language Teaching Methodology (in English)
- Government and Politics in Spain (in English)
- History of Spain II (in Spanish)
- Spanish Cuisine (in Spanish)
- Spanish Culture and Civilization (in English or Spanish)
* Summer course offerings focus mainly on Spanish studies, art history and language.
Types of Accommodation
Private Homes - Students may have the local housing director find them a Spanish family to live with in Madrid. Living in a private home cost $550 to $6000 with full board.
Shared Apartments - Students may have the local housing director find them an apartment or they can locate an apartment upon arrival. Most students share apartments with local university students. The average cost of a shared apartment is between $350/$450 /month per student. Inexpensive dining halls are available for lunch.
Program Fees
2008-2009 - $7,680 per semester, $14,860 per year
Summer 2008 - $2,780 per session, $5,460 per both sessions
*Does not include room (housing included for summer session only) and board, personal expenses, textbooks and supplies, housing deposit, transportation and airfare
Loyola Fees - $1000 for semester and year-long programs, $500 for summer programs
Aid Transfer - Federal Stafford Loan, Federal PLUS Loans, Alternative Loans, Federal Pell Grant, IL Monetary Award Program Grant (MAP)
