Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Granada, Spain
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

About the Program

Do you want to choose from a variety of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences courses in business, humanities, sciences, or technology? This program allows you to choose electives taught in either English and Spanish at a variety of language levels. If you dream of exploring Spain through its culture, history, and politics in an engaging academic setting, this program is the best fit for you!

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Granada

Dates:

9/23/24 - 12/20/24

Price:

$12,895

Credits:

12

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

5/31/24

Requirements

Complete Application
$95 Online Application Fee
Program Participation Agreement
Transcript - Unofficial

Eligibility

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels, although intermediate may be required for some courses

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Where You'll Study

University of Granada

The University of Granada (UGR) was established in 1531; over the last five centuries, it’s grown into one of Spain’s largest universities. Its influence as a center of social and cultu...

Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Study Room
Study Room
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
University Library
University Library
12

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Each semester, you'll enroll in 4 elective courses. Elective courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits each. You may earn 12 credits (180 contact hours) per semester; if you choose the Early Start option, you may earn 15-17 credits (225-240 contact hours in the spring semester and 260 in the fall semester). Academic year students may earn 28 credits (420 contact hours); if you choose the Early Start option, you may earn 33 credits (up to 500 contact hours).

If you would like to take at least one elective in Spanish, you are required to take a Spanish early start language course and place at the intermediate language level or above. The early start option is optional if you are wanting to take all elective courses in English, although it is recommended for all students since it is designed to help you adjust to the university setting and to your daily life in Granada.

Classes meet on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday; during the intensive language portion of the program, classes meet Monday-Friday. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled on Fridays.

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability and Spanish language level. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. To ensure that you receive credit for the language level you place into, have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for Spain. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

Beginner to Intermediate Level Course Structure

Available Levels

Courses

The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
History of Art in Spain 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Civil Engineering & Territory 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Cross-Cultural Communication 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The Arab World and the West 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Spanish and Latin American Economies 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Social and Demographic Changes in Spain * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Health Science & Public Health in Spain 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
History of Spain 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Strategic Management 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Marketing 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Mathematics and Reality 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Islamic Culture in Spain * 300 En 45 3
Latin American Civilization & Culture * 300 En 45 3
Spanish Civilization & Culture * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Spanish Literature 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Granada. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
September 23
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Granada airport (GRX) on this date from 8am to 6pm in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

September 24 - 26
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA Orientation sessions will be held.

September 24
Placement Exam

Placement Exam for Universidad de Granada will be held on this day.

September 25
Cultural Activity

Visit to the Arabic Granada: the Albaicín neighborhood.

September 27
Cultural Activity

Guided visit to the Alhambra.

October 01
Classes Begin

Fall semester classes begin at Universidad de Granada on this day.

October 04
Excursion

CEA CAPA Daytrip to the Sierra Nevada mountains: the Alpujarra.

October 07
Cultural Activity

Churros con chocolate this week.

October 11
Excursion

CEA CAPA trip to Morocco.

October 14 - 17
Cultural Activity

Belly dance workshop this week.

October 25
Make-Up Class

Make-up class for Monday & Wednesday schedules.

October 28 - 31
Cultural Activity

Visit to the Romani Granada this week.

November 01
Holiday

All Saints national holiday. No classes will be held. School & CEA CAPA office closed.

November 04 - 07
Midterm Exams

Midterm exams will be held at Universidad de Granada.

November 08 - 09
Excursion

CEA CAPA overnight trip to Sevilla & Ronda.

November 11 - 14
Cultural Activity

Flamenco dance workshop this week.

November 22
Excursion

CEA CAPA daytrip to Córdoba.

November 28
Cultural Activity

Thanksgiving event.

December 06
Holiday

Constitution day. No classes will be held. School & CEA CAPA office closed.

December 08
Holiday

Immaculate Conception national holiday. No classes will be held. School & CEA CAPA office closed.

December 12
Classes End

This is the last day of Fall semester classes at Universidad de Granada.

December 13
Farewell Reception

CEA CAPA Farewell Reception will be held.

December 16 - 19
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at Universidad de Granada.

December 20
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day at noon.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$12,895
$12,895
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$900
$1,600
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$325
$325
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$42
$140
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,176
$2,310
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$168
$336
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$105
$1,470
TOTAL EXPENSES $15,611 $19,551