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Is this program right for you?

This program is designed for students at any language level with a strong interest in business and economics (classes taught both in English and Spanish). Students who are motivated to develop their Spanish language skills and learn about Spain and Europe through living in the unique and beautiful city of Barcelona will find that this program provides an ideal opportunity.

Program Snapshot

  • Explore how business is done in Spain and the expanding European Union; visit Spanish companies and take advantage of an internship
  • Learn Spanish or build on the language skills you already have
  • Participate in cultural and educational activities, such as lectures, films, and discussion groups to enhance learning; partake in excursions to Girona, Besalú, Empúries, Madrid, Mallorca, Tarragona, the Pyrenees, or Andalusía
  • Let CIEE Guardian Angels guide you through the city and help you feel at home

Subject Areas

  • Accounting
  • Business
  • Economics
  • European Studies
  • Finance
  • History
  • Internship
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Spanish Culture
  • Spanish Language

About Barcelona

Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, a region in northeastern Spain with its own distinctive history, culture, and language. Its metropolitan area has a population of 2.8 million and is set between the mountains and the Mediterranean. Walking though the city, one can observe 2,000 years of architectural history—Roman ruins, the network of narrow streets in the Old Town, the 19th Century Eixample district with its original examples of Modernista architecture—contrasting with the ultramodern showpieces that continue to redesign its skyline.

Where You'll Study

Escola Superior de Comerç Internacional

The Escola Superior de Comerç Internacional (ESCI), created in 1993 by the Catalan government and the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), offers a four-year B.A. in International Trade and a two-year degree in Marketing. Its modern facilities and central location provide an optimal learning environment. ESCI is home to 500 Spanish students and prides itself on individualized learning through the case method and other group-oriented activities. ESCI courses are taught by ESCI and UPF faculty and business practitioners.

Universitat Pompeu Fabra

The Universitat Pompeu Fabra was created in 1990. It offers degrees in law, economics, business, social sciences, communications, humanities, and technology. Features include its highly dedicated teaching staff, small class size, focus on technology, and an international outlook. The University is located throughout Barcelona, with buildings near the Ramblas, the Olympic Village, and the port.

Thoughts From Abroad

A study abroad experience is unique for many reasons. And if it takes place in a city like Barcelona, the experience becomes especially unique. As the capital city of Catalonia, one of Spain’s most economically vibrant regions, and with a great offer of art and architecture, Barcelona brings together ingredients that make it a top choice for an experience abroad. In addition, nestled between the Pyrenees Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona provides countless opportunities for exploring amazing landscapes.

Be prepared for a challenging academic program that allows you to learn about the Spanish and Catalan ways of living and thinking, and at the same time, how business is conducted in Spain and in Europe!

— Clara Rodes, Center Director and Resident Director

Staff Bios

Clara Rodes, Center Director, holds an M.B.A. from DePaul University and has extensive business and academic experience. She has worked in the financial, consulting, and education sectors in the U.S., Argentina, and Spain. Prior to joining CIEE, Clara worked for over eight years at the European campus of The University of Chicago Graduate School of Business, where she held the positions of Academic Advisor and Director of Administration. In addition, she has relevant teaching experience, having taught at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. She currently teaches at Universitat Pompeu Fabra.

Academic Advisor Quynh Phan assists with all aspects of the program, and also teaches International Marketing and the Internship Seminar. She brings to the position many years of experience in marketing, both in the private and educational sectors, including five years as the Marketing Director of the Europe Campus of the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business. Raised in the U.S. and having lived in Barcelona for over fifteen years, Quynh has a very good understanding of the intercultural dimensions associated with a study abroad experience.

Students interact with Nicola Heath, Housing Coordinator; Tali Leizerovitz, Internship Coordinator; Rebeca López, Administrative Coordinator; Elizabeth Pogoloff, Cultural Activities Coordinator; Anna Sánchez and Laura Maestu, Registration and Grades Coordinators; Dionisio Sanchez-Loring, Language Coordinator; Rosalía Tuñón, Cultural Activities Assistant; and Darcy York, Program Assistant.

Recommended Credit

semester: 16 semester/24 quarter hours
academic year: 32 semester/48 quarter hours

Eligibility Requirements

  • Overall 3.0 GPA 
  • 3 semesters of college-level micro- or macroeconomics, accounting, finance, management, marketing, or statistics

Program Dates

Academic Year 2009-109/7/2009 - 4/24/2010
Spring 20101/3/2010 - 4/24/2010
Fall 20109/8/2010 - 12/18/2010
Academic Year 2010-119/8/2010 - TBA

Important! Students should not purchase plane tickets based on these dates. Please check with your Enrollment Officer regarding travel plans.

Application Deadlines

Academic Year 2009-104/1/2009
Spring 201010/15/2009
Fall 20104/1/2010
Academic Year 2010-114/1/2010

Click here to check for deadline extensions.

Duration

Academic Year 2009-1031 weeks
early September - late April
Spring 201016 weeks
early January - late April
Fall 201016 weeks
early September - mid-December
Academic Year 2010-1131 weeks
early September - late April

CIEE Costs

CIEE program fees, inclusions, and estimated additional costs, are outlined below. Please note that CIEE reserves the right to adjust its fees in the event of significant change in exchange rates or other factors beyond its control. The actual cost of the programs may vary slightly for students from different institutions.

For comprehensive fee breakdowns and estimated additional costs, click the costs below:

  • Academic Year 2009-10 $27,200
    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, two meals per day in the homestay option, orientation, organized cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.*No meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Housing and Two Meals Daily (homestay only)*$8,500
    Medical Insurance$74
    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$18,626
    Total$27,200

    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, two meals per day in the homestay option, orientation, organized cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.*No meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Personal Expenses$5,600
    Potential Travel to Consulate for Visa$400
    Visa Fee$100
    Additional Meals (homestay option)**$1,500
    Local Transportation$800
    Books and Supplies$600
    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,300
    Total$10,300

    **Students living in the residencia are responsible for all meals estimated at $2000 per semester.


  • Spring 2010 $15,500
    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, two meals per day in the homestay option, orientation, organized cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits. *No meals are included for students in the Residencia option.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$11,176
    Housing and Two Meals Daily (homestay)*$4,250
    Medical Insurance$74
    Total$15,500

    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, two meals per day in the homestay option, orientation, organized cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits. *No meals are included for students in the Residencia option.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Books and Supplies$300
    Additional Meals (homestay option)**$750
    Transportation (round trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,350
    Local Transportation$400
    Personal Expenses$2,800
    Visa Fee$100
    Potential Travel to Consulate for Visa$400
    Total$6,100

    **Students living in the residencia are responsible for all meals estimated at $2000 per semester.


  • Fall 2010 $15,500
    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, two meals per day in the homestay option, orientation, organized cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits. *No meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Medical Insurance$74
    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$11,076
    Housing and Two Meals Daily (homestay only)*$4,350
    Total$15,500

    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, two meals per day in the homestay option, orientation, organized cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits. *No meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Books and Supplies$300
    Personal Expenses$2,800
    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,300
    Local Transportation$400
    Additional Meals (homestay option)**$750
    Visa Fee$100
    Potential Travel to Consulate for Visa$400
    Total$6,050

    **Students living in the residencia are responsible for all meals estimated at $2000 per semester.


  • Academic Year 2010-11 $29,500
    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, two meals per day in the homestay option, orientation, organized cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits. *No meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option.

    Program Fees

    This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time.

    Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $340 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed below.

    Housing and Two Meals Daily (homestay only)*$8,700
    Medical Insurance$74
    Educational Costs (direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students; including $300 non-refundable Participation Confirmation Fee)$20,726
    Total$29,500

    The CIEE fee includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing, two meals per day in the homestay option, orientation, organized cultural activities, local excursions, field trips, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits. *No meals are included for students staying in the Residencia option.



    Estimated Additional Costs

    The estimated additional costs indicated below are intended to assist students and parents in budgeting for those additional living and discretionary expenses not included in the program fee. Actual expenses will vary according to student interests and spending habits.

    Personal Expenses$5,600
    Potential Travel to Consulate for Visa$400
    Visa Fee$100
    Additional Meals (homestay option)**$1,500
    Local Transportation$800
    Books and Supplies$600
    Transportation (round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure)$1,300
    Total$10,300

    **Students living in the residencia are responsible for all meals estimated at $2000 per semester.


Scholarship Information

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