If you go to college/university in the United States and are interested in this program, check it out on the IES Abroad website—designed for students like you looking to study or intern abroad outside of the United States.
In this full-immersion program, classes are offered by Cursos Internacionales of Universidad de Salamanca, one of the preeminent centers in the teaching of Spanish in the world. Conversation classes are taught by IES Abroad Salamanca faculty.
Your Student Counselor is your study abroad ambassador and supporter. They join your application journey when you’ve confirmed you’re interested in studying abroad. At this point, they guide you through each stage of the application, notify you of the documents you need, let you know when your admission results are in, and walk you through the next steps, including class enrollment and organizing pre-arrival tests.
On the Iberian Peninsula, Spain’s IES Abroad modern Salamanca Center is in a stunning sandstone UNESCO World Heritage City that is over two thousand years old. Make this city your home-from-home as you form lasting friendships and study in the center’s well-equipped computer lab, spacious library, and relaxing student lounge. Nearby, explore the baroque architecture and find your new favorite café at Plaza Mayor and enjoy the beautiful campuses of Universidad de Salamanca and Universidad Pontificia.
Our mission is simple: to provide you with the best study abroad program possible—which includes the highest quality academic and cultural experiences. That is why we partnered with Cursos Internacionales of Universidad de Salamanca. All courses are conducted in Spanish.
From academics to visa requirements, our structured process helps you choose the right program and university for your goals. Complete a strong application, and prepare for success abroad.
Each student has unique academic goals for a study abroad experience. As you think about studying abroad, your SAF Counselor will help you plan for success and support you every step of the way.
Universidad de Salamanca (USAL) currently enrolls approximately 30,000 students annually, 7,000 of which are international students.
USAL is five minutes away from Salamanca’s historic Plaza Mayor and the IES Abroad Center and has numerous departments and university schools spread out among the Salamanca campus.
Courses are taught in Spanish.
If you are at the beginning Spanish level, you enroll in a required vocabulary course as your elective. All other students choose a thematic elective. Past electives have included:
NOTE: This is a list of planned course offerings. After you are accepted, you will see a list of final course offerings. Additionally, SAF and IES Abroad reserves the right to cancel a course due to insufficient enrollment or circumstances beyond our control.
| Course name | Term | Language | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SP 110 - Spanish Conversation Skills: Discovering Spain through Conversation | Summer | Spanish | 1 |
| SP 210 - Spanish Conversation Skills: Discovering Spain through Conversation | Summer | Spanish | 1 |
| SP 310 - Spanish Conversation Skills: Discovering Spain through Conversation | Summer | Spanish | 1 |
| SP 410 - Spanish Conversation Skills: Discovering Spain through Conversation | Summer | Spanish | 1 |
Language Test Score Requirements
To prove your language proficiency, you can use any of the following:
When studying abroad, you will want to consider the time of year and how long you are away. Most programs follow the host university's academic calendar.
The dates shown below are general estimates, and as you get closer to the start of the term, you will get more detailed information from SAF. If you have any questions, your Student Counsellor and Program Specialist are always here to support you and point you to the correct information.
Live with a Spanish family in your own private room and receive three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) 21 meals per week. Laundry is not included. This is the best option for students who wish to fully immerse themselves in Spanish culture. IES Abroad will do our best to accomodate your housing preference. The homestay option carries an additional fee.
In Salamanca’s historic sandstone architecture, a large student population brings a vibrant energy to an elegant Spanish city. IES Abroad Salamanca Center is just a short stroll from the famous Plaza Mayor where baroque architecture frames the square’s many café terraces. Enjoy studying in a city designed around an alfresco lifestyle and explore the nearby cities of Madrid and Toledo, a scenic drive away and full of world-class attractions.
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Even though your adventure starts in Salamanca, our field trips take you beyond the city to discover the culture and traditions of your host country. All trips are included in the program fee unless otherwise noted with ($).
NOTE: IES Abroad field trip destinations, activities, and lengths of stay may vary according to term and availability.
Visit Porto and the beach town of Aveiro, known as the Portuguese Venice. The visit includes a tour guide to Porto’s main sites, a cruise on the Douro River and a wine tasting tour in a famous winery. The fieldtrip also includes an afternoon by the ocean in Aveiro.
The process of studying abroad could quickly feel overwhelming, but we have been doing this for decades and do everything we can to support you through it.
Many SAF staff are alumni and have walked this path. They have real-life experience to draw on as they advise and support you through every step of our comprehensive services. They’re in your corner, taking care of all the details and explaining what you need to do next.
Take the first step in your study abroad journey by scheduling a consultation with your closest Student Counselor. You can discuss your for-credit academic courses and language programs and explore internships, research programs, and study tours. When you know what you want to do, we guide you through the pre-program steps, help you arrange your visa and transport, and finalize your accommodation or digital experience.
From academics to visa requirements, our structured process helps you choose the right program and university for your goals. Complete a strong application, and prepare for success abroad.
Each student has unique academic goals for a study abroad experience. As you think about studying abroad, your SAF Counselor will help you plan for success and support you every step of the way.
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Studying abroad is an unforgettable experience, one that stays with you in your career, your contacts, your future. It can define you. At any of our prestigious university partners, you can build personalized for-credit programs that can last up to a whole year.
